Paterson Museum

“Excellent museum and preservation effort to highlight how Paterson NJ was a key hub for America's growth and successes. The effort put into collecting intricate machines for creating the industry drivers of the silk weaving industry, locomotives, mineral and electrical transmission wires is impressive. The expanded history portion on Alexander Hamilton highlighted just how critical his contributions to Paterson, New Jersey and the newly founded country were. After you have visited take a short walk or drive to the Great Falls that acted like a magnet to attract industry to this city by supplying energy from the hydroelectric power plant nearby. It's a mini-Niagra Falls. Notes: no snacks/food here but there is a Burger King on the corner. Free parking in the lot. No admission charge but donations welcome. Outside of the industrial building needs some work but inside is a preserved factory, floor-to-ceiling!”

“Fantastic place to visit to learn about the history of the Silk City, Paterson, NJ. I've known about this museum forever, and I have driven past it so many times, but I had never gone in. I finally entered with my camera in hand and was glad I did so. Not only was the inside interesting, but the exterior as well. I'd definitely recommend for you to visit it. There's free parking on location and the entrance is also free.”

“A great little museum, the exhibits are interesting and very educational. It's a great way to learn some of the history of the town of Paterson, including some of the influencees on popular culture, sports, and indigenous history. I'm glad I spent a little more than an hour there.”

“I have not been to a lot of museums but some. This is the most interesting museum ever! I really love the displays and love the history of the Paterson. This really amazed me! I highly recommend you to have a visit there! They maintain very nicely and kudos to them!”