Passaic River Collection

Newark, N.J. from the Passaic, 1879. Creator: Mary Nimmo Moran
Newark, N.J. from the Passaic, 1879

USA, New Jersey, Newark, railroad bridge, Passaic River

USA, New Jersey, Newark, city skyline from Passaic River

Little Falls of the Passaic River (oil on canvas on cardboard lining)
7081809 Little Falls of the Passaic River (oil on canvas on cardboard lining) by Frerichs, William Charles Anthony (1829-1905); 90.2x151.1 cm; North Carolina Museum of Art, Raleigh

Passaic Falls, 1890-1901 (b / w photo)
779264 Passaic Falls, 1890-1901 (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Detroit Publishing Co.); American, out of copyright

Lake George and the Village of Caldwell, mid 19th century. Creator: Thomas Chambers
Lake George and the Village of Caldwell, mid 19th century

Passaic Falls, 1874. Creator: A. Measom
Passaic Falls, 1874. Waterfall on the Passaic River, New Jersey, USA. At the Great Falls, the river rolls smoothly to the verge, and then plunges boldly, in one unbroken column

The Passaic, Below Little Falls, 1874. Creator: John J. Harley
The Passaic, Below Little Falls, 1874. Wooden covered bridge and stone aqueduct over the Passaic River, New Jersey, USA. At Little Falls the Morris Canal crosses the river by a handsome stone

The Passaic Below the Falls, 1874. Creator: Alfred Harral
The Passaic Below the Falls, 1874. Footbridge over the Passaic River, New Jersey, USA. The river here flows pleasantly past many thriving towns and hamlets

Source of the Passaic Falls, New Jersey, 1855. Illustration from the History and Topography of the United States of North America, Volume II, by John Howard Hinton, published by Samuel Walker

Paterson, New Jersey, USA in the 1890 s. From the book The United States of America - One Hundred Albertype Illustrations From Recent Negatives of the Most Noted Scenes of Our Country

Passaic Falls
1859: A man looking at the waterfall on the Passaic River near Paterson, New Jersey. (Photo by William England/London Stereoscopic Company/Getty Images)

Plan of Newark, New Jersey. Wood engraving, 1876
MAP: NEWARK, 1876. Plan of Newark, New Jersey. Wood engraving, 1876

NEW JERSEY: PASSAIC FALLS. The Great Falls of the Passaic River, New Jersey. Wood engraving, 19th century

NEW JERSEY: BELLEVILLE. Eastern view of Belleville, New Jersey. Wood engraving, 1844

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The Passaic River, flowing through the state of New Jersey in the USA, holds a rich history and stunning natural beauty. From its humble beginnings to its majestic falls, this river has witnessed the growth and development of Newark and other nearby cities. One iconic feature is the railroad bridge that spans across the Passaic River in Newark. This structure not only serves as a vital transportation link but also offers an impressive sight against the backdrop of the city skyline. Artists have been captivated by the allure of this river for centuries. "Little Falls of the Passaic River" depicts a serene scene on canvas, showcasing nature's tranquility. Meanwhile, "Passaic Falls" captured in black and white photography transports us back to 1890-1901 when these falls were at their prime. Lake George and Village Caldwell paint a picture from mid-19th century life along this waterway. The work by Thomas Chambers showcases both natural beauty and human settlements coexisting harmoniously. Other artists like A. Measom, John J. Harley, and Alfred Harral immortalized different perspectives of Passaic Falls below Little Falls or above them with their artistic talents during 1874. Historical photographs take us further back in time; one such image from 1855 reveals where it all begins - at the source of Passaic Falls in New Jersey. Paterson cityscape from the late 1800s reminds us how important this river was for industrialization during that era. It served as a lifeline for Paterson's booming textile industry depicted vividly in published illustrations from 1893. Passaic Falls still stands today as a testament to nature's power and grace while serving as an enduring symbol for those who call this region home.