Blackstone River Greenway Visitor Center at Worcester

09/05/2026

WWII in the Blackstone Valley: A History Open House to Highlight the Region’s Wartime Contributions

[Worcester, MA - September 13, 2026 ] The Blackstone Valley’s critical role in the Allied victory during World War II will take center stage at WWII in the Blackstone Valley: A History Open House, bringing together reenactors, authors, historians, local organizations, and community members to explore the people and places that contributed to the war effort.

The open house will focus on the remarkable transformation that took place across the Blackstone Valley after the United States entered World War II. Manufacturers throughout the region rapidly shifted from civilian production to wartime manufacturing, producing the equipment, materials, and supplies needed to support American troops and the broader Allied war effort.

But the story of wartime production is also the story of the people behind it.

Through displays, presentations, living history, and opportunities to meet local historians and organizations, the event will highlight the factories, workers, veterans, and communities that played a part in mobilizing the region for war.

The event will provide visitors with an opportunity to learn more about the Valley’s wartime history while connecting with organizations and individuals preserving these stories today.

WWII in the Blackstone Valley: A History Open House will take place Sunday, September 13, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Blackstone River Greenway Visitor Center at Worcester, 3 Paul Clancy Wy, Worcester, MA 01607. The event is FREE open to the public.

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About 3-5-0 Girls

3-5-0 Girls is a women-veteran-led public history project dedicated to preserving and sharing the stories of women who served in the American Armed Forces. Through living history, lectures, exhibits, and its Traveling Women’s Museum, 3-5-0 Girls works to ensure that the contributions of women veterans are recognized as part of the larger American military story.

08/29/2026

Our September program calendar is now live!

Stop in for an exhibit tour every Saturday at 11 a.m. or for one of our alternating Saturday afternoon programs at 2 p.m.

07/09/2026

📍 Now Open: Blackstone River Greenway Visitor Center at Worcester

The Blackstone River Greenway Visitor Center in Worcester is open! This interpretive, recreational, and cultural amenity serves as a gateway to the City of Worcester and to the entire National Heritage Corridor.

It's conveniently located on Route 146, just moments from the Mass Pike, Routes 20, I-90, I-290, and I-395.

The facility is managed and operated by the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation.

📍 3 Paul Clancy Way, Worcester, MA 01607
📞 508-373-7056

Hours:
Sunday: 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Monday: 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Thursday: 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Friday: 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m.–3 p.m.

Stop by and check it out!

07/05/2026

The Blackstone River Greenway Visitor Center at Worcester will re-open tomorrow, Monday July 6, after several months of repairs and renovations!

The facility will be open to the public 9am-3pm every day except for Tuesday.

Attached is this month’s Saturday program calendar.

Come on down this coming weekend for…

“Wharf-rats and Irishies”: The Blackstone Canal and the Story of the Irish in Worcester
Saturday, July 11
2 – 3 p.m.

This July is the bicentennial of the arrival of Worcester’s first Irish immigrants, a small band of canal laborers. Discover how they overcame prejudice to build a community that would leave a lasting impression on the city and its culture.

Appropriate for ages 12 and up. For more information please call (508) 373-7056.

ADA/Reasonable Accommodations:
Cell: 617-645-0358 Email: [email protected]

04/25/2026

12/14/2025

Come join us on our First Day Hike down the Greenway!
Thursday, January 1, 10:00 - 11:30 a.m.
Celebrate the New Year at the Blackstone River Greenway Visitor Center in Worcester on our First Day Hike! Trek from the Visitor Center to the Millbury Street satellite parking lot and back, with minimal elevation changes on a paved, accessible bikeway. Enjoy views of the Blackstone River and keep your eyes peeled for both urban wildlife and evidence of the area’s industrial past. At the turnaround point (Millbury St. lot), you will find the northernmost intact segment of the Blackstone Canal. The hike is 3 miles, about 1.5 hours in duration. Dress for the weather and leashed dogs are welcome to join.
Space is limited; registration is required. Registration begins at 9:30 a.m. and hike begins at 10:00 a.m. Join us afterwards at the Visitor Center for hot chocolate. For more information, call (508) 373-7056.
For information on accessibility and reasonable accommodations, call (617) 645-0358 or email [email protected].
Visit www.mass.gov/dcr or www.stateparks.org for more information.
The Blackstone River Greenway Visitor Center at Worcester is located at 3 Paul Clancy Way, Worcester, MA 01609.

12/04/2025

Every Saturday this December and January at the Blackstone River Greenway Visitor Center at Worcester!