The Providence and Worcester Railroad is Incorporated
- Date Range
- March 12, 1844 – 1844
- Title
- The Providence and Worcester Railroad is Incorporated
- What occurred
- The Providence and Worcester Railroad began operation in 1844 and dramatically decreased shipping time and costs for goods between Worcester and Providence. This form of transportation was much more efficient than the use of waterways, so the Providence and Worcester Railroad was able to replace the recently built Blackstone Canal which was previoudly used to transport goods between the two cities. This railroad allowed for quicker travel between Massachusetts and Rhode Island, but it also led to increased consumption of fossil fuels and contributed to the industrial pollution of New England during this time.
- Location
- 633 Millbury Street, Worcester MA, 01607
- Image Citation
- https://ghostsofwallstreet.com/products/providence-and-worcester-rail-road-company
- Student name(s)
- Jackie Anderson