Towpath Talks

Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park

  • Every week on Saturday at 10:00 AM from June 06, 2026 to August 29, 2026
  • Free

Join a Park Ranger for a walk along the historic Blackstone Canal Towpath. Walks last between 45 - 60 minutes. Rangers offer talks on the history of the Blackstone Canal, transportation, and industrial landscapes. Programs might also be on environmental topics such as geology, birding, wildlife, natural landscapes, and pollution.

These programs are offered on Saturdays in the months of June, July, August, and September. Walks start in front of the Captain Wilbur Kelly House Transportation Museum at 10:00 A.M. 

In case of inclement weather, Towpath Talks will be held inside of the Kelly House Barn. The Barn is located about 100 yards down the walking trail past the Kelly House Museum of Transporation.

Fees

This event is free to attend.

Location

1075 Lower River Road, Lincoln, RI. Tours meet at the Kelly House Transportation Museum

Latitude and Longitude 41.937299, -71.433944

Schedule

Days:

Every week on Saturday

Dates:

June 06, 2026 to August 29, 2026

Time:

10:00 AM

Duration:

1 hour

Contact Information

Mark Mello
401-318-4489
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Event Type

  • Guided Tour
  • Walk