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Museum of Work and Culture

45 South Main Street, Woonsocket, RI 02895
401-769-9675
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Ranked #1 of 6 attractions in Woonsocket
5.0 of 5 stars 5 Reviews
Owner description: Located in a 1915 textile mill, the museum is dedicated to the political and cultural lives of the working class. It also serves as a visitors center... more » Owner description: Located in a 1915 textile mill, the museum is dedicated to the political and cultural lives of the working class. It also serves as a visitors center for the Blackstone Valley National Corridor. « less
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North Smithfield
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“A 3-D History Lesson”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2012

This museum has recreated Woonsocket from its beginnings. A must see for anyone interested in Rhode Island's history.

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Rhode Island
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24 reviews 24 reviews
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
“Unique Museum”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2012
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Well done and interactive look at the days of mill workers and child labor in New England. Quite a pro union slant.

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BLACKSTONE,MA
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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“good day out”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2012

great look back in time at the industrial era and family life of french canadiens

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Rhode Island
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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“Fantastic interactive history.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 October 2011
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I went ten years ago, then again in October 2011 and was very impressed with the new displays. The museum gives a "slice of life" perspective on the immigrant workers of the industrial revolution in Rhode Island, applicable to all workers of that era. Cleverly designed walk through exhibits with narration, seating, games, and touch friendly artifacts made this very... More

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Fall River, MA
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“A walk in the past!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 August 2003
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I visited the Museum with my sister and brother, on Sunday August 17th, 2003. We received a cordial greeting fom the couple who manage the facility. We also spoke at length with the gentleman in charge, who had much to tell us about Woonsocket's rich heritage in Mill History, and Union Development. The exhibit itself, is a walk through history.... More

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