Pawtucket in Providence County, Rhode Island — The American Northeast (New England)
The Perfect Place
Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park, Slater Mill Historic Site
— National Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior —
When Samuel Slater first came here, the village had everything he needed to succeed. Pawtucket Falls provided ample waterpower. That energy was already powering local machine shops. Those shops were run by skilled mechanics who could assist with Slater's new project.
Finally, the river meant easy shipping of goods to distant markets. To these factors, Slater added his knowledge of spinning mill design. This proved to be a perfect formula. It yielded the first water-powered cotton spinning mill in the United States. That mill helped to trigger the Industrial Revolution.
Erected by National Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Industry & Commerce • Settlements & Settlers • Waterways & Vessels.
Location. 41° 52.603′ N, 71° 23′ W. Marker is in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, in Providence County. Marker is at the intersection of Main Street (Rhode Island Route 15) and Roosevelt Avenue, on the left when traveling east on Main Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 67 Roosevelt Ave, Pawtucket RI 02860, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Water Works (within shouting distance of this marker); Birthplace of American Manufacturing
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Credits. This page was last revised on June 21, 2020. It was originally submitted on June 21, 2020, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 102 times since then and 12 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on June 21, 2020, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
