World War II Veterans Memorial State Park

World War II Veterans Memorial State Park
Map showing the location of World War II Veterans Memorial State Park
Map showing the location of World War II Veterans Memorial State Park
Location in Rhode Island
LocationWoonsocket, Rhode Island, United States
Coordinates42°00′31″N 71°30′37″W / 42.00861°N 71.51028°W / 42.00861; -71.51028[1]
Area14 acres (5.7 ha)[2]
Elevation138 ft (42 m)[1]
Established1960 [3]
AdministratorCity of Woonsocket
WebsiteWorld War II Veterans Memorial State Park

World War II Veterans Memorial State Park is a public recreation area located in the city of Woonsocket, Rhode Island.[4] The park occupies land known as the Social flatlands where textile mills operated along the banks of the Mill River until the early years of the 20th century. Since 1979, the park has hosted the three-day Autumnfest celebration held annually on Columbus Day Weekend.[3][5]

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