About 43,000 people.

Woonsocket grew up around the mills along the Blackstone River in the northern corner of Rhode Island. It has a rich French-Canadian heritage and a proud working history.
You can visit the Museum of Work and Culture, watch the river rush through downtown, and explore trails in the Blackstone River Valley.
The Museum of Work and Culture tells the story of the families who came to work in the mills, with hands-on exhibits.
The Blackstone River winds through town, and nearby greenway trails are great for walking and spotting wildlife.