On Sunday May 15 at 2:00 PM, the Christine Nowak Lecture series will present Donna Houle of the Blackstone Valley Tourism Council. Houle will give a talk on Slater Park entitled “A Visual Presentation of the History of Slater Park – A Perfect Union of Art and Nature.”

In the late 1890s, the city of Pawtucket purchased the area around what was then known as the Daggett Farm. Several years later, work began on this swampy and wooded area, transforming it into the oldest and largest park in Pawtucket. The park is named after Samuel Slater, the famous industrialist who created America’s first textile mill.

Houle encourages all who attend her lecture to bring photos or memorabilia they may wish to share during a question-and-answer period following the presentation. She will also display Slater Park keepsake items, which are for sale, including Christmas ornaments, coasters and trivets.