6 Special New England Mill Towns

Many former New England mill towns have been forced to reinvent themselves — sometimes with wonderful results. Here’s a look at six special mill towns, including Harrisville, New Hampshire, where custom-built Ducati motorcycles make an appearance in the third season of Weekends with Yankee.

By Joe Bills|Apr 11 2019| Print icon

A cream-colored building sits beside a flowing river with a small waterfall. Trees with autumn foliage line the riverbank under a clear blue sky.

Color is Coming On Strong Across Rhode Island, and the Scene at Slater Mill Should Peak This Weekend

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