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Woonsocket is a city in Providence County, Rhode Island with a population of 41,246 as of the 2020 census. Woonsocket lies directly south of the state's capital and largest city, Providence.

History

Woonsocket was first settled in the 1670s and originally part of Providence Plantations. The early settlement was destroyed during King Philips War in 1676. After the war ended, the area was resettled in the 1680s. Woonsocket was incorporated as a town in 1867 and then as a city in 1888.

For more on the history of Woonsocket, visit the Woonsocket Wikipedia page.

Attractions and Landmarks

Woonsocket Museum of History

The Woonsocket Museum of History highlights the history of the city as well as Rhode Island's industrial revolution. The museum is located in the historic 1856 Bernon Mill building.

Address: 54 Post Office Square, Woonsocket, RI 02895

Phone: (401) 769-9675

Stadium Theatre

The Stadium Theatre is a historic performing arts venue located on Main Street. It was built in 1926 and hosts live entertainment and films.

Address: 28 Monument Square, Woonsocket, RI 02895

Phone: (401) 762-4545

Woonsocket River Island Park

River Island Park is a 48-acre park along the Blackstone River. It features walking paths, athletic fields, playgrounds, and river access for boating and fishing.

Address: 99 River Island Rd, Woonsocket, RI 02895

Economy and Businesses

Historically, Woonsocket's economy relied on textile manufacturing. In the 20th century, manufacturing declined and the city faced economic challenges. Today, top employers include:

• Landmark Medical Center - Hospital
• Thundermist Health Center - Health Clinic
• Woonsocket School Department - Public Schools
• Walmart - Retail Store
• Worcester Envelope Company - Envelope Manufacturing

For more on businesses and economic development in Woonsocket, visit the City of Woonsocket's website.

Sports

Woonsocket's professional baseball team is the Woonsocket Wonders who play at Barry Field and are part of the Futures Collegiate Baseball League.

Visit the Woonsocket Wonders website.

Public Transportation

Public transportation is provided by the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA). Bus routes connect Woonsocket to Providence and other Rhode Island communities.

Learn more at the RIPTA website.

Education

Public education in Woonsocket is provided by Woonsocket Education Department. Schools include:

• Woonsocket High School
• Villa Novan Elementary School
• Bernon Heights Elementary School
• Cole Elementary School

Visit the Woonsocket Education Department website.

Woonsocket is also home to Mount St. Charles Academy, a private Catholic school.

Website: mounties.org

Additional Resources

Woonsocket City Government Website: woonsocketri.org

Phone: (401) 767-9223

Address: 169 Main St # D, Woonsocket, RI 02895

Woonsocket Chamber of Commerce Website: woonsocketchamber.com

Woonsocket Tourism Facebook: DestinationWoonsocketRI

Woonsocket resides in Providence County:

Website: providenceri.gov/government/county

Address: 1 Dorrance Plaza, Providence, RI 02903

Phone: (401) 222-3080