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Fall River Heritage State Park. Address. Davol Street, Fall River, MA 02720. Directions. Phone. (508) 675-5759. Dogs Allowed. Ongoing Exhibits & Programs May Programs. Get Directions. Details. Overview. Take a walk along the Taunton River or enjoy a picnic in the large meadow. You can also see World War II battleships at Battleship Cove. Hours.
- Davol Street, Fall River, 02720, MA
Fall River Heritage State Park is a history-themed public recreation area on the Taunton River in Fall River, Massachusetts. The state park encompasses 14 acres (5.7 ha) beside the Charles M. Braga Jr. Memorial Bridge on Battleship Cove, home of the World War II battleship USS Massachusetts.
- 14 acres (5.7 ha)
- Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation
- 1985
Fall River Heritage State Park - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (2024) United States. Massachusetts (MA) Fall River. Things to Do in Fall River. Fall River Heritage State Park. 10 reviews. #11 of 37 things to do in Fall River. State Parks. Write a review. What people are saying. By Northern_Traveler00. “ A very nice walk on a cold day ”
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- Davol St., Fall River, 02720, Massachusetts
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Fall River Heritage State Park is Bicentennial Trail and Boardwalk, which has a 4.4 star rating from 187 reviews. This trail is 2.2 mi long with an elevation gain of 19 ft.
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- Massachusetts, United States
- Battleship Cove
- Lizzie Borden House
- Maritime Museum at Battleship Cove
- Fall River Historical Society
- Fall River Heritage State Park
- Portuguese Cuisine
- Quequechan River Rail Trail
- Kennedy Park
- Freetown-Fall River State Forest
- Oak Grove Cemetery
Fall River’s main attraction is an outdoor museum on the Taunton River made up of the world’s largest collection of U.S. Navy vessels from World War II. Five of these vessels have been designated National Historic Landmarks, and the star exhibit is the USS Massachusetts (BB-59). This South Dakota-class fast battleship was launched in 1941 at Quincy...
If you have a taste for the macabre, the scene of that unsolved double murder will surely pique your interest. The Lizzie Borden House (230 2nd St) has been a museum and bed and breakfast since 1996 and changed owners in 2021. Ninety-minute house tours take place daily, 10am – 4pm, and for those intrigued by reports of supernatural activity around ...
Complementing the fleet moored close by is a museum that does a deep dive on Fall River’s maritime heritage. The permanent exhibit, Sails, Paddles & Screws, begins with the Age of Exploration and touches on whaling, ocean liners, warships and the story of United Fruit, which emerged from the Boston Fruit Company, and used Fall River’s port. One int...
Established for more than a century now, the Fall River Historical Society has many rich collections, covering decorative arts, costume, textiles, paintings, maritime memorabilia, manuscripts and ephemera, for a comprehensive picture of life in the city. One personality that inevitably looms large is Lizzie Borden, and the museum at this granite-bu...
In the shadow of the Charles M. Braga Jr. Memorial Bridge, the Fall River Heritage State Park encompasses 14 acres of waterfront by Battleship Cove. One of the park’s highlights is its mile-long stretch of accessible boardwalk, with marvelous views across the Taunton River, especially if you come at sunset. There’s also a visitor center with museum...
Around a third of the city’s residents have Azorean ancestry, and this heritage is especially visible when it comes to food in Fall River. For one thing, some of the best Portuguese bakeries in the United States are located here. One local star is Barcelos Bakery and Cafe (695-699 Bedford St), loved for its pastéis de nata (custard tarts), massa (s...
A previously hidden side of Fall River has been opened up to the public along an abandoned railroad corridor. Linking two neighborhoods, the Quequechan River Rail Trail was completed in 2017 and follows the river for about 1.7 miles. The trail uses a mix of rehabilitated railroad architecture and new structures, including seven boardwalks. Directio...
On a long plot, pitching steeply to the bay, this park took shape in the late 1860s as a green buffer against the textile mills that were taking over the city. Kennedy Park (then South Park) was initially landscaped by Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux, and was later updated at the turn of the 20th century by Frederick’s sons, the Olmsted Brot...
In the very north of Fall River there’s more than 5,000 acres of publicly owned forest, mainly used for hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, dirt biking and cross-country skiing in winter. The Freetown-Fall River State Forest is the largest component of the Southeastern Massachusetts Bioreserve spreading across 13,600 acres. Within the forest...
Founded in 1859, Fall River’s most prestigious cemetery is on 120 hilly acres and has a flowing layout inspired by the influential rural garden style of Mount Auburn Cemetery in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Oak Grove Cemetery is the resting place of many Fall River notables, including important merchants, mill owners, inventors, sports stars and polit...
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4 days ago · FALL RIVER — The warmer weather is beckoning. Now is the perfect time to get outside and explore the city's waterfront, and Heritage State Park. The Visitor Center is located at 100 Davol St ...
Explore the beauty of Massachusetts at Fall River Heritage State Park. Engage in a variety of outdoor activities such as hiking, picnicking, and more. Discover the rich historical sites and heritage of Fall River. Enjoy family-friendly attractions like the antique carousel and Marine Museum.
