Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor
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In Detail
Geology Nature & Science The John H. Chafee Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor covers over 500 square miles. It lies within the watershed of the Blackstone River that runs from Worcester, Mas ... read more.
History HISTORY & CULTURE Birthplace of the American Industrial Revolution President Andrew Jackson: âI understand you taught us how to spin, so as to rival Great Britain in her manufactures; you s ... read more.
In A Nutshell Visitor Centers Finding your way around the Blackstone Valley and figuring out what sites you want to see can be a difficult task. To help you out, the Heritage Corridor Commission has helped to crea ... read more.
Just For Kids For Teachers Educator's Guide to the Blackstone Valley The Blackstone River Valley provides a unique opportunity to explore a living landscape where the story of the American Industrial Revolution ca ... read more.
Preservation Cultural Attractions Bringing Heritage to Life The preservation of the folk and cultural traditions of the Blackstone River Valley are important to retaining a true sense of who we are and celebratin ... read more.
Sights to See Lincoln LINCOLN There are many treasures to be found in Lincoln. From the historic colonial houses along Great Road to the rare plants found in the Lime Rock Preserve and the mill workerâs homes ... read more.
Things To Do Cultural Sites Listings Cultural Sites Listings These are just some of the cultural sites in the Blackstone River Valley. Higgins Armory Museum 100 Barber Avenue Worcester, MA 01606 (508) 853-2444 ww ... read more.
Blackstone In Depth
News from the Parks
Frommer's Top 5 Parks for Cozy Camping
November 21, 2008 - 10:01am
I always look forward to getting my Frommer's newsletter every week. Not only are they budget travel saavy, they inspire me to get out there no matter the weather! Here are their top five picks for cozy camping.
November 21, 2008 - 10:01am
I always look forward to getting my Frommer's newsletter every week. Not only are they budget travel saavy, they inspire me to get out there no matter the weather! Here are their top five picks for cozy camping.
Park to Reopen Today after Crews Repair Road, Channel Kautz Creek
November 21, 2008 - 9:56am
The Nisqually Road in Mount Rainier National Park will reopen today, a day earlier than expected. The road, and the park, have been closed since Nov. 12 when Kautz Creek jumped its banks and flooded the main road into the park.
November 21, 2008 - 9:56am
The Nisqually Road in Mount Rainier National Park will reopen today, a day earlier than expected. The road, and the park, have been closed since Nov. 12 when Kautz Creek jumped its banks and flooded the main road into the park.
Jenna Otter Returns to Scene of Grizzly Bear Attack
November 21, 2008 - 9:55am
Reporting from Glacier National Park -- No one knew what to expect on the trail to Grinnell Glacier one late summer morning, but a second bull moose less than an hour out was hardly a good sign. During September and October -- mating season -- it's always best to give the spindly-legged animals plenty of room.
November 21, 2008 - 9:55am
Reporting from Glacier National Park -- No one knew what to expect on the trail to Grinnell Glacier one late summer morning, but a second bull moose less than an hour out was hardly a good sign. During September and October -- mating season -- it's always best to give the spindly-legged animals plenty of room.
Expected Rule Change Would Benefit Bicycling in National Parks
November 21, 2008 - 9:07am
An upcoming National Park Service (NPS) rule change could greatly benefit mountain bicycling by improving the administrative process for opening trails to bicycles. IMBA has been asking the agency to revise its policies since 1992, because the current "special regulations" process is needlessly cumbersome and treats bicycles like motorized vehicles.
November 21, 2008 - 9:07am
An upcoming National Park Service (NPS) rule change could greatly benefit mountain bicycling by improving the administrative process for opening trails to bicycles. IMBA has been asking the agency to revise its policies since 1992, because the current "special regulations" process is needlessly cumbersome and treats bicycles like motorized vehicles.
Things Slow At Hawaii's National Parks
November 21, 2008 - 8:55am
On our recent trip to Hawaii we had a feeling that things were less busy than usual. Now there are some numbers to back up our hunch: The national parks in the state saw a drop in attendance of more than 50,000 visitors during the month of October.
November 21, 2008 - 8:55am
On our recent trip to Hawaii we had a feeling that things were less busy than usual. Now there are some numbers to back up our hunch: The national parks in the state saw a drop in attendance of more than 50,000 visitors during the month of October.
