Operating Hours & Seasons

Old Slater Mill National Historic Landmark District

Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park is made up of six unique sites that tell the story of the American Industrial Revolution. You'll want to start your visit to the park at Old Slater Mill National Historic Landmark (67 Roosevelt Avenue, Pawtucket, RI). At this site you can tour the mill, read exhibits that talk about the history of the park, and watch an 8 minute introductory video. You can also grab Junior Ranger books, pamphlets, maps, and get your passport book stamped.

From there you can visit any number of the park's other sites spread across the Blackstone Valley. Learn more about all there is to see and do, hours of operation, and other important information below.

To learn how best to spend your time at Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park check out this article on the Top 10 Tips for visiting. To see what other places you can visit, check out our Passport Stamp program.

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Old Slater Mill

67 Roosevelt Avenue, Pawtucket, RI
Come visit the birthplace of the American Industrial Revolution. Slater Mill, constructed in 1793, was the first successful water-powered cotton spinning mill in North America. The wooden mill, now named Old Slater Mill, houses a visitor contact station with exhibits. Tours are also offered of the mill by Park Rangers.

The site is also home to the Wilkinson Mill and Sylvanus Brown House. At this time, both of these facilities are closed to the public.

The grounds surrounding these three historic buildings are open daily from dawn to dusk year round. Interpretive panels spread across the grounds explain the site's history and importance.

Winter Schedule (December 15 - April)

Visitor Information Station: Closed

Park Grounds: Open (Dawn - Dusk)

Please Note: Although the mill is regularly closed to the public during the winter months, special tour groups, field trips, and special programs can still be scheduled. Please see our education page to schedule a specialty trip or field trip or check out our park calendar for upcoming events.

Spring/Summer 2025 Schedule Coming Soon

Please check back to this page for updates on Old Slater Mill's operating schedule in 2025.

Please Note: For visitor safety, tours of Old Slater Mill will be modified or canceled if the heat index is above 87 degrees Fahrenheit. A shortened 10 minute Ranger talk will be offered at the normal tour times. Visitors will have a brief period of access to the main part of the mill. For the latest weather information, call 401-725-8638.

If you are looking to book a special group tour of Old Slater Mill or are a teacher or student check out our education page for more information.

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Blackstone River State Park and the Kelly House Museum of Transportation

The park grounds are open daily from dawn to dusk. You can walk, bike, or snowshoe (weather permitting) along the Blackstone Bikeway and explore the natural beauty of the Blackstone Valley. Check out the NPS Mobile App for a self-guided walking tour of the site. Restrooms and drinking water are currently not available at this site.

The Captain Wilbur Kelly Museum of Transportation is closed. It will reopen Spring 2025.

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Park Administrative Office

The Park's administrative office is located in the Wilkinson Mill at the Slater Mill complex. It is open Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM The office is located at:

67 Roosevelt Avenue
Pawtucket, RI 02860
401-725-8638