Welcome to Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park!
The Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park was established on December 19, 2014; the 402nd unit of the National Park Service. Working with local communities, government agencies, and other stakeholders, the boundary of the park was finalized on July 27, 2021. Work is currently in progress on the planning and construction of additional facilities and exhibits.
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The park grounds are open from Sunrise to Sunset.
The headquarters are located at Slater Mill
67 Roosevelt Ave
Pawtucket, RI 02860
401-521-7266
Summer temperatures range from 56-83F. Fall temperatures range from 30-70F. Winter temperatures range from 20-45F. Spring temperatures range from 30-70F.
Entrance Fee-free
This site is fee-free year-round. No entrance fee or pass is required.
The Visitor Information Center at Old Slater Mill is operated seasonally. Please see active exceptions to ensure that the visitor contact station is open for your visit.
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Current Hours (Winter Closure)
December 1–April 24
Every Day:Closed
Standard Hours
Sunday:10:00 AM–4:00 PM
Monday-Wednesday:Closed
Thursday-Saturday:10:00 AM–4:00 PM
The visitor contact station at Old Slater Mill is open late April - November and is closed early December - early April. Park grounds are open daily from dawn to dusk year-round.
Closures & Seasonal Exceptions
April 25, 2025 - May 17, 2025
April 25–May 17
Sunday-Thursday:Closed
Friday and Saturday:10:00 AM–4:00 PM
Visitor Information Station:
Open: Friday - Saturday, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Guided Tours: Friday - Saturday, 10:30 AM, 12:30 PM, and 2:30 PM
May 18, 2025 - November 1, 2025
May 18–November 1
Sunday:10:00 AM–4:00 PM
Monday-Wednesday:Closed
Thursday-Saturday:10:00 AM–4:00 PM
Visitor Information Station:
Open: Thursday - Sunday, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Guided Tours: Thursday - Sunday, 10:30 AM, 12:30 PM, and 2:30 PM
November 2, 2025 - November 29, 2025
November 2–November 29
Sunday-Thursday:Closed
Friday:10:00 AM–4:00 PM
Saturday:10:00 AM–4:00 AM
Visitor Information Station:
Open: Friday - Saturday, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Guided Tours: 10:30 AM, 12:30 PM, 2:30 PM
November 2, 2025 - November 29, 2025
November 2–November 29
Sunday-Thursday:Closed
Friday:10:00 AM–4:00 PM
Saturday:10:00 AM–4:00 AM
Visitor Information Station:
Open: Friday - Saturday, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Guided Tours: 10:30 AM, 12:30 PM, 2:30 PM
Winter Closure
December 1–April 24
Every Day:Closed
Holidays
2025–2026
New Year's Day
January 1, 2026
Closed
Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr.
January 19, 2026
Closed
Washington's Birthday
February 16, 2026
Closed
Memorial Day
May 26, 2025
Closed
Juneteenth National Independence Day
June 19, 2025
10:00 AM–4:00 PM
Independence Day
July 4, 2025
10:00 AM–4:00 PM
Labor Day
September 1, 2025
Closed
Columbus Day
October 13, 2025
Closed
Veterans Day
November 11, 2025
Closed
Thanksgiving Day
November 27, 2025
Closed
Christmas Day
December 25, 2025
Closed
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Public WiFi is not available.
In Pawtucket, RI, cellular service is widely available, and visitors can generally expect reliable coverage from most major carriers. However, please note that the Old Slater Mill Visitor Information Station does not offer public Wi-Fi. For internet access, many nearby businesses, cafes, and public spaces in the downtown area may provide free Wi-Fi for visitors. We recommend checking with local establishments or using mobile data for connectivity during your visit.
