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Museum of Work and Culture

 An interactive Museum operated by the Rhode Island Historical Society that presents the compelling story of the French Canadians who left the farms of Quebec for the factories of the New England area. It showcases the remarkable story of a people's preservation of their faith, language and customs and their acculturation into the working class of America. the Museum's intriguing exhibits recreate the unique Woonsocket experience while also telling a national story of hope, struggle and perseverance.

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    Museum of Work and Culture

    42 South Main St
    Woonsocket, RI 02895

    Phone: 401-769-WORK   |   Official Website

    Admission:

     Admission Adults $7.00 Seniors & Students $5.00 Children under 10 FREE with adult/ RIHS members Free

    Hours:

    Tuesday - Friday 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM Saturday - 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday - 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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      02/10/12- Ongoing

      Museum Of Work & Culture Museum of Work and Culture Museum Of Work & Culture Presented by Rhode Island Historical Society at Museum of Work and Culture February 10, 2012 - Ongoing The Museum of Work & Culture is a true community museum, managed by the Rhode Island Historical Society, supported by volunteers, the city of Woonsocket, and the John H. Chafee Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor Commission. It exhibits the culture of the French-Canadian residents of the area, the broad story of the other ethnic communities of the Valley, and the role that work and organized labor played in the shaping of these Rhode Islanders’ lives. The museum...

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  • Current Events

    02/10/12- Ongoing

    Museum Of Work & Culture Museum of Work and Culture Museum Of Work & Culture Presented by Rhode Island Historical Society at Museum of Work and Culture February 10, 2012 - Ongoing The Museum of Work & Culture is a true community museum, managed by the Rhode Island Historical Society, supported by volunteers, the city of Woonsocket, and the John H. Chafee Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor Commission. It exhibits the culture of the French-Canadian residents of the area, the broad story of the other ethnic communities of the Valley, and the role that work and organized labor played in the shaping of these Rhode Islanders’ lives. The museum...

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    There are no upcoming events at this time.

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  • Past Events

    04/07/13	A Salute to Spring/Bounjour Printemps Museum of Work and Culture
    03/24/13	Ranger Day Lecture Series Museum of Work and Culture
    03/10/13	Ranger Day Lecture Series Museum of Work and Culture
    02/24/13	Ranger Day Lecture Series Museum of Work and Culture
    02/10/13	Ranger Day Lecture Series Museum of Work and Culture
    01/27/13	Ranger Day Lecture Series Museum of Work and Culture
    01/13/13	Ranger Day Lecture Series Museum of Work and Culture
    11/20/12- 12/15/12	A Hand in Time: The Art of Ben Butler Museum of Work and Culture
    11/07/11- 01/15/12	Exhibition by Members of the Photographic Society of Rhode Island Museum of Work and Culture
    08/30/11- 10/30/11	Warren Mills Project Museum of Work and Culture
    06/19/11- 08/28/11	Stephen Tierney Exhibit Museum of Work and Culture
    10/26/10- 01/10/11	Exhibit Opening: The Preservation Movement Then and Now, Woonsocket Museum of Work and Culture
    09/09/10- 10/23/10	"Let There Be Light" Museum of Work and Culture
    09/06/10	12th Annual Labor Day Open House Museum of Work and Culture