Rock of Ages Quarry

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In 1962, Rock of Ages built a 2,800-square-foot Visitors Center to accommodate the growing tourism rate. By 1967, more than 100,000 visitors were …

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Oct 29, 2024
Really cool to see the process from start to finish. Great area for a couple hours to enjoy with family/friends. Make sure to watch the videos for more information. Full review by mccafch
Oct 27, 2024
So much exciting information was stuffed into a great experience. Getting to tour the factory at our own pace was wonderful but the informational tour at the top of the quarry was excellent. Full review by Deanna S
Oct 20, 2024
We enjoyed this tour very much. It was informative and really interesting to see beginning to end how a headstone is made. I could have watched the factory workers for hours, they are talented artist… Full review by KelleyB14

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I might only have a short time to visit the quarry. Looks like the tour may take 45 minutes. Is it possible to visit without a …
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I might only have a short time to visit the quarry. Looks like the tour may take 45 minutes. Is it possible to visit without a tour? If we visit without a tour, what could we self tour on our own?
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Because it is an active quarry site, the only way to visit the quarry is with a guide. We offer 4 tours daily, Monday through Friday at 10:15am, 11:15am, 1:15pm and 2:15pm. …
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Because it is an active quarry site, the only way to visit the quarry is with a guide. We offer 4 tours daily, Monday through Friday at 10:15am, 11:15am, 1:15pm and 2:15pm. Another great option to consider is Millstone Trails, the trail system takes you by non-active and historic trails, great walk and beautiful scenery.
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Answer by Ruthie A · Aug 11, 2021
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Is any of it wheelchair accessible
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Yes, the visitor center is wheelchair accessible and also the bowling alley. Call to see if the van is able to take wheelchairs and if there is a ramp or elevator to the production viewing …
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Yes, the visitor center is wheelchair accessible and also the bowling alley. Call to see if the van is able to take wheelchairs and if there is a ramp or elevator to the production viewing area, as I'm not sure.
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Is this also the quarry that people call the grotto
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I honestly do not know.
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When is it open and how much is the tour
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Thank you for your inquiry. Our tours of the quarry begin on Friday, May 22nd and operate M-Sat., 9:15-3:35 (Closed July 4th). From Sep. 1 - Oct. 18, the tours operate M-Sun. The …
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Thank you for your inquiry. Our tours of the quarry begin on Friday, May 22nd and operate M-Sat., 9:15-3:35 (Closed July 4th). From Sep. 1 - Oct. 18, the tours operate M-Sun. The cost is $6 per adult, $5.50 per senior adult, $2.75 for children 6-13. Children 5 and under are admitted for free. In addition, you may tour the factory M-F, 8:00-3:30, see the video, exhibits and gift shop, bowl on the outdoor granite lane and pick up your free sample of granite. I hope you will be able to visit us this season.
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