Slater Mill Historic Site

Slater Mill Historic Site in Rhode Island is a preserved 18th-century textile mill that marks the birth of America's industrial revolution. Built in 1793 by Samuel Slater, it was one of the first successful factories to turn cotton into cloth using water-powered machinery. The site includes restored buildings, working mill machinery, and exhibits that showcase early American manufacturing. It offers visitors a glimpse into the history of industrial innovation, labor, and community development during the early days of factory-based production. Today, it serves as a museum dedicated to preserving and interpreting this important chapter of American industrial history.