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If you go to
Blackstone Valley
By Mary Hurley, Globe Correspondent
Getting there:
The valley runs from Worcester to Providence and is accessible from routes 122, 146, and 16 and interstates 95, 295, and 495.
Resources:
The Blackstone Valley Tourism Council of Rhode Island, which offers a list of ''chicken family-style'' restaurants, is at 171 Main St., Pawtucket, across the street from Slater Mill; 800-454-BVTC.
Other visitors centers are at the Museum of Work and Culture, River Bend Farm, and Purgatory Chasm.
The Blackstone Valley Visitors Bureau of Massachusetts publishes a visitors guide and list of farm stands: Box 502, Whitinsville, MA 01588; 800-851-0919.
The Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor Commission has brochures on ranger programs, canoe guides, and walking tours: One Depot Square, Woonsocket, R.I. 02895; 401-762-0440.
