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Nashua is a city in Hillsborough County, New Hampshire, United States. The second-largest city in the state after Manchester.
The historic Slaters Mill in Pawtucket Rhode Island.
the old historic Sparhawk Mill located on the Royal River on a sunny blue sky day in Yarmouth Maine.
dells mill wisconsin in fall
Historic landmark grist mill sporting a red wooden wheel, in Sudbury, Massachusetts, that is still in operation, producing cornmeal and wheat flour
Abandoned paper mill in Holyoke, Massachusetts, USA
Historic cotton mill building with a tall brick chimney on the banks of the river in the old Nashua Industrial Park and its reflection in the Nashua River. New Hampshire, USA
The old mills and canals in Lowell, Massachusetts, hold significant historical and cultural importance as a focal point of the Industrial Revolution in the United States. In the early 19th century, Lowell emerged as a thriving industrial center, pioneering the integration of water-powered textile mills and intricate canal systems. This innovative combination facilitated large-scale textile production and contributed to the transformation of the American economy and society.\n\nThe mills of Lowell, powered by the Merrimack River and its network of canals, represented a shift from agrarian-based economies to industrial ones. The development of these mills marked a pivotal moment in American history, showcasing how technological advancements and factory systems could revolutionize manufacturing processes. This shift also led to the influx of laborers, primarily young women from rural areas, who sought employment in the mills, leading to significant social and demographic changes.\n\nThe canals themselves, such as the Pawtucket Canal and the Merrimack Canal, played a crucial role in transporting raw materials and finished products, making Lowell a transportation hub and facilitating the growth of the textile industry. The efficient flow of goods and resources through these canals helped connect Lowell to broader markets and played a role in shaping trade networks.\n\nToday, the old mills and canals in Lowell are preserved as a historic district, offering insight into the nation's industrial heritage. The Lowell National Historical Park encompasses these landmarks, allowing visitors to explore the preserved mills, learn about the technological innovations of the time, and gain a deeper understanding of the societal changes that emerged during the Industrial Revolution. The significance of Lowell's mills and canals extends beyond their industrial contributions, highlighting the intertwined narratives of technology, labor, urbanization, and progress in American history.
Exeter is a town in Rockingham County, New Hampshire
Colorful autumn scene at historic 19th-century textile mill town in Monadnock region of New Hampshire. Picturesque village of Harrisville with reflection of sky and red brick buildings on water.
The red brick roofline of an old textile mill converted to modern offices in North Andover Massachusetts. Smoke stack and mill building details with brilliant blue sky background with room for copy.
working water mill with a red wheel. Old stone grist mill in Sudbury, MA
A green Christmas wreath decorated with starfish and pine cones adorns the old Dexter Grist Mill in Sandwich, Massachusetts
Lowell, MA USA - August 1, 2022: Buildings of Boott Cotton Mills (1835-70) along a ruined canal. part of Lowell National Historical Park run by U.S. National Park Service.
Abandoned paper mill in Holyoke, Massachusetts, USA
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Methuen is a city in Essex County, Massachusetts
Old Collins axes and machetes factory in the town of Canton, Connecticut.
An old textile mill is being refurbished and converted into modern housing and office space. The sun was low on the horizon and created a beautiful reflection in the river in front of the mill. The ripples in the water create an interesting pattern in the reflection.
Night photo old mill and bridge over running water near rogers arkansas
new england gristmill waterwheel
Yarmouth, Maine, USA.  October 17, 2017. Old red brick millhouse in Yarmouth, Maine. This mill formerly produced cotton yarn, cloth and grain bags. The mill produced fabrics from the mid 1800's to 1950's.  It's waterfront views are enjoyed today by commercial and professional businesses and entrepreneurs that rent the building.
Rich springtime colors emerge at the old Dexter Grist Mill (1637)  in Sandwich, Massachusetts on a bright May morning.
the old historic Sparhawk Mill located on the Royal River on a sunny blue sky day in Yarmouth Maine.
Old mill. Lowell, Massachusetts
Amesbury is a city in Essex County, Massachusetts, located on the left bank of the Merrimack River
The Old Mill Jericho, VT
The Wayside Inn Grist Mill with water wheel and cascade water fall in Autumn at sunrise, Sudbury Massachusetts USA
Weathered old water wheel against a stone wall at a disused mill in the picturesque small town of Prince Albert in the heart of the Karoo semidesert region in the Western Cape, South Africa, about five hours' drive from Cape Town.
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