Events
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Your calendar for Rhode Island Events in Blackstone Valley! Use the community pulldown to find events in that community.
August 2018
Drop in & Weave!
A free, family-friendly weaving program. Drop by Slater Mill for a fun make-it-and-take-it weaving workshop. Great for beginners, or those who want to try their hand…
Find out more »Sam’s Mill Fest
Sam's Mill Fest celebrates the innovative and entrepreneurial spirit of manufacture, the arts, and creative enterprise of all kinds at the place where modern America was…
Find out more »October 2018
Mills & Mysteries Paranormal Investigation
Join renowned New England paranormalist and Old Slater Mill interpreter Carl L. Johnson for a guided, after-dark investigation of the historic 1793 Old Slater Mill factory,…
Find out more »May 2019
National Brewers League Beer Fest
This new beer festival in Blackstone Valley will feature live music, contests where you may win prizes, beer sampling, and photo ops in the Official Pace…
Find out more »August 2019
Drop-in & Weave
FREE weaving drop-in every Saturday in August, at Old Slater Mill. Suitable for ages 5 and up, from children thru adult. Try your hand on cardboard…
Find out more »Walkabout Series – Wildlife in an Urban Landscape
You might not think there is much wildlife in the middle of a city, but if you look hard enough, animals are all around.
Find out more »September 2019
River Bend East Songwriters Festival
RIVER BEND EAST returns Saturday, September 7 as a full fledged songwriters' festival featuring national, regional and local acts from near and far. This year RBE…
Find out more »October 2019
Group Tarot Reading
As part of Pawtucket's MILL CITY HAUNTS programming, Old Slater Mill presents an opportunity to have a 90-minute tarot card reading in the 1758 Sylvanus Brown…
Find out more »Portal & EVP Paranormal Investigation
As part of Pawtucket's MILL CITY HAUNTS programming, Old Slater Mill presents and opportunity to observe/participate for 2 hours in a research paranormal investigation utilizing portal…
Find out more »Pumpkin Patch Party & Jack O’Lantern Talk
Pick, decorate, and take home a small pumpkin. There will also be a special visit from The Pumpkin King himself, Jack Skellington!! Meanwhile, the University of…
Find out more »Gentle, Beneficial Bats! A Wildlife Talk by the National Park Service
Bats don't want "to suck your blood" or get stuck in your hair. And contrary to popular belief, bats are not "blind." These fascinating creatures play…
Find out more »November 2019
Harvest Dinner at Old Slater Mill with David Macaulay
The Harvest Dinner at Old Slater Mill, with special guest, the world renowned author and illustrator David Macaulay, is a fundraiser for the Old Slater Mill…
Find out more »January 2020
Slater Mill Knitting Weekend and Fiber Arts Marketplace
Over twenty fiber farmers and producers, representing all six New England states, show and sell their wares during this annual two-day fiber marketplace. Introducing knitwear designer…
Find out more »Cousins Maine Lobster at Slater Mill
Make your lunch extra special by joining Cousins Maine Lobster at the Slater Mill Historic Site On January 12th, between 11am to 2pm, enjoy a lobsterlicious…
Find out more »March 2020
International Women’s Day Celebration
A free community event celebrating International Women's Day and the start of Women's History Month, held annually at Old Slater Mill in downtown Pawtucket, RI. Doors…
Find out more »SOLD OUT – Paranormal Investigation
On Friday the 13th of March join renowned New England paranormalist and Old Slater Mill interpreter Carl L. Johnson for a guided, after-dark investigation of the…
Find out more »August 2021
Healing Arts In the Parks
This August, RI Music Hall of Famer Mark Cutler will be leading collaborative songwriting workshops on Thursday evenings at Slater Mill. No musical talent, or previous…
Find out more »National Park Service – Founders Day Celebration at Slater Mill
Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor and Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park are hosting a special celebration for Founders Day, the 105th birthday of the…
Find out more »September 2021
River Bend East Songwriters Festival
Working in partnership with the City of Pawtucket, Slater Mill, and the National Park Service, River Bend East Songwriters Festival will serve as a featured event,…
Find out more »October 2021
The 1670 Jenks Settlement – Free Guided Walking Tours
Walking tours return in October! Led by veteran interpreter Joshua Choiniere, learn about Pawtucket before and after the settlement of Joseph Jenks II. They're FREE! Come…
Find out more »April 2022
Slater Mill Reopens for the Season
Free tours of Old Slater Mill will be available at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. April 22-23 and April 29-30 Stay tuned for a tour schedule…
Find out more »May 2022
The 1670 Jenks Settlement Free Guided Walking Tours
May is Historic Preservation Month! OSMA is offering free guided walking tours in downtown Pawtucket. Meet Joshua Choiniere at Old Slater Mill, light rain or shine.…
Find out more »The 1670 Jenks Settlement Free Guided Walking Tours
May is Historic Preservation Month! OSMA is offering free guided walking tours in downtown Pawtucket. Meet Joshua Choiniere at Old Slater Mill, light rain or shine.…
Find out more »First Strike Festival
Join Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park for a celebration of human rights, spring, and work. The festival will honor the memory of the 1824 worker's…
Find out more »Contemplative Dance Practice
On select Saturdays through fall 2022, Metamorphosis Dance Co. Will be presenting free meditation and movement workshops at Old Slater Mill National Historic Landmark. Join them…
Find out more »June 2022
Contemplative Dance Practice
On select Saturdays through fall 2022, Metamorphosis Dance Co. Will be presenting free meditation and movement workshops at Old Slater Mill National Historic Landmark. Join them…
Find out more »Contemplative Dance Practice
On select Saturdays through fall 2022, Metamorphosis Dance Co. Will be presenting free meditation and movement workshops at Old Slater Mill National Historic Landmark. Join them…
Find out more »Contemplative Dance Practice
On select Saturdays through fall 2022, Metamorphosis Dance Co. Will be presenting free meditation and movement workshops at Old Slater Mill National Historic Landmark. Join them…
Find out more »July 2022
Contemplative Dance Practice
On select Saturdays through fall 2022, Metamorphosis Dance Co. Will be presenting free meditation and movement workshops at Old Slater Mill National Historic Landmark. Join them…
Find out more »Ranger Walkabouts – Hidden Labors – Slater Mill
Who built the city of Pawtucket? Learn about the construction of Old Slater Mill and the growth of surrounding industrial buildings in the 18th and 19th…
Find out more »Blackstone River National Historical Park Summer Concert & Screening of Run of the Mill
Join us for music and film under the stars! Visit Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park for a special Summer Screening. On Thursday, July 14, 2022,…
Find out more »Contemplative Dance Practice
On select Saturdays through fall 2022, Metamorphosis Dance Co. Will be presenting free meditation and movement workshops at Old Slater Mill National Historic Landmark. Join them…
Find out more »Contemplative Dance Practice
On select Saturdays through fall 2022, Metamorphosis Dance Co. Will be presenting free meditation and movement workshops at Old Slater Mill National Historic Landmark. Join them…
Find out more »Contemplative Dance Practice
On select Saturdays through fall 2022, Metamorphosis Dance Co. Will be presenting free meditation and movement workshops at Old Slater Mill National Historic Landmark. Join them…
Find out more »Sunday Fundays in the National Park – World Ranger Day
Come by Old Slater Mill in Pawtucket, RI for World Ranger Day! Explorers of all ages can earn a Junior Ranger badge. Canine companions can take…
Find out more »August 2022
Contemplative Dance Practice
On select Saturdays through fall 2022, Metamorphosis Dance Co. Will be presenting free meditation and movement workshops at Old Slater Mill National Historic Landmark. Join them…
Find out more »Ranger Walkabouts – Layers of the Past – Slater Mill
In 1921, a group of businessmen formed the Old Slater Mill Association to preserve and protect an important link to Pawtucket’s past. This walkabout will consider…
Find out more »Run of the Mill Concert and Film
Visit Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park for a special Summer Screening. On Thursday, August 11, 2022, following the evening walkabout, enjoy a night of film on the…
Find out more »Contemplative Dance Practice
On select Saturdays through fall 2022, Metamorphosis Dance Co. Will be presenting free meditation and movement workshops at Old Slater Mill National Historic Landmark. Join them…
Find out more »Contemplative Dance Practice
On select Saturdays through fall 2022, Metamorphosis Dance Co. Will be presenting free meditation and movement workshops at Old Slater Mill National Historic Landmark. Join them…
Find out more »Contemplative Dance Practice
On select Saturdays through fall 2022, Metamorphosis Dance Co. Will be presenting free meditation and movement workshops at Old Slater Mill National Historic Landmark. Join them…
Find out more »September 2022
It’s About Time: Labor Day Festivities – Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park
Programs and events will be happening throughout the weekend (Friday September 2 - Sunday September 4) during operating hours. The mill will be closed on Monday,…
Find out more »Contemplative Dance Practice
On select Saturdays through fall 2022, Metamorphosis Dance Co. Will be presenting free meditation and movement workshops at Old Slater Mill National Historic Landmark. Join them…
Find out more »River Bend East Songwriters Workshop
A pre-festival Songwriters Workshop will be held on site at Slater Mill National Park on Thursday, September 8 from 6:30 - 8 pm led by RI…
Find out more »Great Blackstone River Revival! – A ZAP 50 Celebration with River Bend East Songwriters Festival
Join us on Saturday, September 10th outside at Slater Mill along the banks of the beautiful Blackstone River! FREE EVENT!! Bring a chair/blanket. Hosted by the…
Find out more »Contemplative Dance Practice
On select Saturdays through fall 2022, Metamorphosis Dance Co. Will be presenting free meditation and movement workshops at Old Slater Mill National Historic Landmark. Join them…
Find out more »Press Play Pawtucket
Come Relive the Past! Free Event - silent films and live music. See historical footage of Pawtucket parades, dances, pet show, archeological digs, river clean ups,…
Find out more »Contemplative Dance Practice
On select Saturdays through fall 2022, Metamorphosis Dance Co. Will be presenting free meditation and movement workshops at Old Slater Mill National Historic Landmark. Join them…
Find out more »Kittacuck Speaks: Outdoor Screening
If the Blackstone River could speak to us today, what would it say? Join the Friends of the Blackstone for a special film screening at “Kittacuck…
Find out more »Contemplative Dance Practice
On select Saturdays through fall 2022, Metamorphosis Dance Co. Will be presenting free meditation and movement workshops at Old Slater Mill National Historic Landmark. Join them…
Find out more »October 2022
Contemplative Dance Practice
On select Saturdays through fall 2022, Metamorphosis Dance Co. Will be presenting free meditation and movement workshops at Old Slater Mill National Historic Landmark. Join them…
Find out more »2nd Annual Archive Remix Film Festival Premiere
The Rhode Island Historical Society will premiere its 2nd Annual Archive Remix Film Festival on Saturday, October 1 at 7pm at the Old Slater Mill in…
Find out more »Contemplative Dance Practice
On select Saturdays through fall 2022, Metamorphosis Dance Co. Will be presenting free meditation and movement workshops at Old Slater Mill National Historic Landmark. Join them…
Find out more »Contemplative Dance Practice
On select Saturdays through fall 2022, Metamorphosis Dance Co. Will be presenting free meditation and movement workshops at Old Slater Mill National Historic Landmark. Join them…
Find out more »Contemplative Dance Practice
On select Saturdays through fall 2022, Metamorphosis Dance Co. Will be presenting free meditation and movement workshops at Old Slater Mill National Historic Landmark. Join them…
Find out more »Contemplative Dance Practice
On select Saturdays through fall 2022, Metamorphosis Dance Co. Will be presenting free meditation and movement workshops at Old Slater Mill National Historic Landmark. Join them…
Find out more »Be the Voice of the Kittacuck – Bring Herring Back to the Blackstone River
Be the voice of Kittacuck, bring herring back to the Blackstone River. Join us for an Intertribal gathering hosted by the Narragansett Tribe in collaboration with…
Find out more »April 2023
Two Guys Project: Breathing Fresh Air
Join the park for a Stories and Poems event celebrating national parks, starring Christopher Johnson and Mark Binder, two of Rhode Island's best-known wordsmiths. Between story…
Find out more »May 2023
Old Slater Mill Tours
Old Slater Mill Tours with Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park open for the Season on May 11 and continue Thursdays - Sundays through December 2.…
Find out more »Old Slater Mill Tours
Old Slater Mill Tours with Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park open for the Season on May 11 and continue Thursdays - Sundays through December 2.…
Find out more »Old Slater Mill Tours
Old Slater Mill Tours with Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park open for the Season on May 11 and continue Thursdays - Sundays through December 2.…
Find out more »First Strike Festival
Join the Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park for a community celebration and commemoration of the first industrial worker's strike in the United States. Hosted at…
Find out more »Old Slater Mill Tours
Old Slater Mill Tours with Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park open for the Season on May 11 and continue Thursdays - Sundays through December 2.…
Find out more »Old Slater Mill Tours
Old Slater Mill Tours with Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park open for the Season on May 11 and continue Thursdays - Sundays through December 2.…
Find out more »Old Slater Mill Tours
Old Slater Mill Tours with Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park open for the Season on May 11 and continue Thursdays - Sundays through December 2.…
Find out more »Old Slater Mill Tours
Old Slater Mill Tours with Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park open for the Season on May 11 and continue Thursdays - Sundays through December 2.…
Find out more »Old Slater Mill Tours
Old Slater Mill Tours with Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park open for the Season on May 11 and continue Thursdays - Sundays through December 2.…
Find out more »Old Slater Mill Tours
Old Slater Mill Tours with Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park open for the Season on May 11 and continue Thursdays - Sundays through December 2.…
Find out more »Old Slater Mill Tours
Old Slater Mill Tours with Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park open for the Season on May 11 and continue Thursdays - Sundays through December 2.…
Find out more »Old Slater Mill Tours
Old Slater Mill Tours with Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park open for the Season on May 11 and continue Thursdays - Sundays through December 2.…
Find out more »Old Slater Mill Tours
Old Slater Mill Tours with Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park open for the Season on May 11 and continue Thursdays - Sundays through December 2.…
Find out more »June 2023
Old Slater Mill Tours
Old Slater Mill Tours with Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park open for the Season on May 11 and continue Thursdays - Sundays through December 2.…
Find out more »Old Slater Mill Tours
Old Slater Mill Tours with Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park open for the Season on May 11 and continue Thursdays - Sundays through December 2.…
Find out more »Old Slater Mill Tours
Old Slater Mill Tours with Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park open for the Season on May 11 and continue Thursdays - Sundays through December 2.…
Find out more »Old Slater Mill Tours
Old Slater Mill Tours with Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park open for the Season on May 11 and continue Thursdays - Sundays through December 2.…
Find out more »Old Slater Mill Tours
Old Slater Mill Tours with Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park open for the Season on May 11 and continue Thursdays - Sundays through December 2.…
Find out more »Old Slater Mill Tours
Old Slater Mill Tours with Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park open for the Season on May 11 and continue Thursdays - Sundays through December 2.…
Find out more »Old Slater Mill Tours
Old Slater Mill Tours with Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park open for the Season on May 11 and continue Thursdays - Sundays through December 2.…
Find out more »Old Slater Mill Tours
Old Slater Mill Tours with Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park open for the Season on May 11 and continue Thursdays - Sundays through December 2.…
Find out more »Old Slater Mill Tours
Old Slater Mill Tours with Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park open for the Season on May 11 and continue Thursdays - Sundays through December 2.…
Find out more »Old Slater Mill Tours
Old Slater Mill Tours with Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park open for the Season on May 11 and continue Thursdays - Sundays through December 2.…
Find out more »Old Slater Mill Tours
Old Slater Mill Tours with Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park open for the Season on May 11 and continue Thursdays - Sundays through December 2.…
Find out more »Old Slater Mill Tours
Old Slater Mill Tours with Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park open for the Season on May 11 and continue Thursdays - Sundays through December 2.…
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