A Revolutionary Idea

Cotton and silk fabrics; steam locomotives; continuous rolls of paper; airplane engines. What do these things have in common? They were all manufactured in the same place - Paterson, NJ.

In 1792, Paterson was established, 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 United States.

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This video provides you views of Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park. NPS Video / Nayeli Garcia Rojas

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Last updated: April 9, 2023

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72 McBride Avenue Extension
Paterson, NJ 07501

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973-523-0370

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