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Woonsocket, Rhode Island

Located in Providence County, Rhode Island, Woonsocket was established in 1867. CVS Health was founded and headquartered in Woonsocket. Strong French-Canadian heritage community.
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Founded 1867 | Population 44,000 | Peak 44,000 (2024) | County Providence County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Woonsocket, Rhode Island

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1867 Founded: Woonsocket was founded as a maritime community in Providence County.
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1867 Incorporated: Blackstone River city.
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1920 Textile Mills: Major textile center.
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2010 Modern Era: Woonsocket continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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Complete Historical Timeline

1867 Culture
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1867 Government
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1920 Industry
Textile Mills
2010 Culture
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Did You Know?

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CVS Health was founded and headquartered in Woonsocket.
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Strong French-Canadian heritage community.
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Historic textile mill city on the Blackstone River.
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Woonsocket is located in Providence County, Rhode Island.
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Woonsocket was founded in 1867.

Famous People from Woonsocket, Rhode Island

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Bryan Berard
Ice Hockey Player · Born Mar 5, 1977 · Age 48
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Brian Boucher
Ice Hockey Player · Born Jan 2, 1977 · Age 49
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J. Howard McGrath
Lawyer, Politician · Born Nov 28, 1903 · Died Sep 2, 1966 (age 62)
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Gabby Hartnett
Baseball Player · Born Dec 20, 1900 · Died Dec 20, 1972 (age 72)
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Nap Lajoie
Baseball Player · Born Sep 5, 1874 · Died Feb 7, 1959 (age 84)

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