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EXPERIENCE OVER FIVE CENTURIES OF AMERICA’S HISTORY AND SOCIAL CULTURE WITH ACTIVE WEEKEND HAPPENINGS 

Over the October 3-4 weekend don’t miss out on exploring captivating locations interpreting the historic and social development of Rhode Island’s Blackstone River Valley.

Close to home in Southern New England, Blackstone River Valley is ideal for residents and visitors to discover people and places that influenced the transformation of the Northern Rhode Island region from farms to factories in becoming the actual birthplace of our country’s Industrial Revolution.

Also, celebrate the rich ethnic diversity found in the communities, villages and neighborhoods of the Blackstone River Valley, which is so integral to today’s social and economic growth.

Pathways of heritage

Autumn is perfect for families and friends to explore what the Blackstone River Valley is all about. And, people will have more time to see the all the heritage, cultural, natural and recreational attractions.

All month long in October, attend the 4^th Annual Footsteps in History occurring throughout the entire Blackstone River Valley from Northern Rhode Island and nearby Central Massachusetts.

This annual public familiarization event showcases over 200 sites, attractions, destinations and places of interest, each explaining their role in the Valley’s five-century heritage.

Participate in public open houses, programs and activities at farms, museums, historic homes, nature trails and other significant historical and cultural locations. 

For a complete and updated schedule of month long events call toll free at 1-800-454-2882 or go to the web at www.footstepsinhistory.com

Where the making of America began

An important facet of American history often forgotten is our industrial legacy, begun over two centuries ago, in Pawtucket, RI, where Samuel Slater built his now famed historic site manufacturing textiles that ushered in our Industrial Revolution.

Sunday afternoon, October 4, from 12 noon-5 pm, in honor of National Spinning & Weaving Week, Slater Mill, 67 Roosevelt, Avenue, in Downtown Pawtucket, presents a FREE Spin Weave Knit Quilt at their Community Guild Studios.

This is a great opportunity for everyone to see, learn and share a variety of traditions and techniques with fiber artists. See handworks and live demonstrations in textile spinning, weaving, knitting, dyeing, quilting, felting and basket making.

For details on this event call Slater Mill at 401-725-8638 or go online at www.slatermill.org

German cultural connections

The colorful autumn season also brings with it the traditions of Germany, most notably Octoberfest celebrations, which began in that country in 1810, honoring the marriage of Bavarian Crown Prince Ludwig to Saxon Princess Therese. 

Through the years, this celebration has evolved as festive gatherings featuring extravagant food, drink, dancing and costume. 

Friday-Sunday, October 2-4, participate in a local German October Fest at Sal’s German Club, 78 Carter Avenue, Pawtucket, RI. Enjoy a variety of German beers, foods and live ethnic entertainment.

Octoberfest runs October 2^nd 6-11 pm, October 3^rd 12 noon-11 pm, and October 4^th 12 nnon-6 pm.

Call for more information at 401-726-9873 or on the web at http://GACSRI.org

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