Silk cloth and steam locomotives; textiles and continuous paper rolls; firearms and aircraft engines. What do these things have in common? All were manufactured in the same place - Paterson, NJ.
In 1792, Paterson was established as America's first planned industrial city, centered around the Great Falls of the Passaic River. From humble mills rose industries that changed the face of the nation.
Learn how people, place, & product came together to bring the Industrial Revolution to the United States
We offer educators opportunities to link subject matter across the entire curriculum spectrum - American history, geology, and more!
Come and join us as one adventures in the wonders of Paterson Great Falls NHP and become a Junior Ranger.
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Last updated: April 15, 2024
