Ranger-led "Programs at the Park" offer students a site-based exploration of Paterson's nature & history
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Field Trips - Programs at the Park
The National Park Service preserves and protects places of importance. Visit our site to explore the nature and history of Paterson, and learn how the ecological, industrial, and social changes here connect with stories and themes from around the country to around the world.
Explore the full history of Paterson with a ranger-guided tour
NPS
Program Offerings:
A Stroll Through History - The Paterson Great Falls Orientation Walking Tour
Appropriate for families, elementary, middle school, high school, and college/adult groups. Please specify age range and focus when reserving so we may best match your curriculum and visitation needs.
The story of Paterson and its Great Falls demonstrates that the natural and cultural diversity of the area helped fuel the economic and social growth of a young nation. Join a staff member for this 45-minute to 1-hour, 1-mile walk to discover how the natural world inspired a founding father, entrepreneurs, immigrants, poets and artists to build the nation's first industrial city and changed the world.
Please wear comfortable and weather-appropriate clothing/shoes. The walk will be on along paved and unpaved paths with uneven footing. Guided tours led by the National Park Service, or its designees, can follow paved, wheelchair-accessible routes (assistance may be required, especially along narrow city sidewalks). If you have any concerns or questions, please review our safety guidelines, explore our accessibility resources, and contact the park with additional queries.
Reservation Information
If you would like to request a reservation for any of these education programs, please fill out our Program Reservation Request Form as soon as possible to ensure your place in the queue.
