Overview
Slater Mill is a historic mill on the Blackstone River and part of a national historical park.
History
Samuel Slater built the mill in 1793, the first successful water-powered cotton spinning mill in the United States.
Today
Visitors tour the mill and learn how the Industrial Revolution began in America.
Compiled October 2026. History is summarized for general interest; check primary sources for research. This landmark is local context, not an employer or job listing.