Location: 42.0178352, -71.5411133
Location
Blackstone is a Worcester County town on the Rhode Island border, centered on the Blackstone River. It forms part of the Blackstone River Valley, a nationally recognized historic corridor.
History
The river powered the region’s early mills and canal era, shaping village centers and worker housing that remain part of the town’s character. Mill heritage sites and canal remnants connect Blackstone to America’s industrial story.
Community
Parks, ballfields, and the Blackstone River Greenway offer outdoor options, while schools and local organizations support a friendly, small-town lifestyle within reach of Providence and Worcester.