Vibrant, Healthy, free-flowing Waterways in the Blackstone Valley, Treasured by All

Welcome to the

Blackstone River Watershed Association


The Blackstone River Watershed Association (BRWA) was established in 1969 and has since played an instrumental role in cleaning up what was described as an “industrial river” in the 19th and 20th centuries. Although still threatened by industrial and increasingly residential pollution sources, the health of the Blackstone's river system continues to improve.

The BRWA’s mission is to engage, educate and advocate for improved water quality in the Blackstone River watershed.

Earth Day Cleanup 2024:We are hosting a cleanup of the Blackstone River Bikeway between Millbury and Worcester on Saturday April 20, 2024, from 9:00 a.m. to Noon. The cleanup will begin with refreshments, a short safety meeting and an opportunity to fill out volunteer forms. Register Here.
Minors attending the cleanup without a parent/guardian must bring this volunteer form filed out and signed by a parent/guardian.

Annual Project Update

© The Blackstone River Watershed Association, 2013