- Passaic County formed in 1837.
- Named after the Passaic River.
- County seat is Paterson.
- Located in northern New Jersey.
- Population exceeds 500,000 residents.
- Paterson is New Jersey’s third-largest city.
- Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park features a famous waterfall.
- The Great Falls powered early American industries.
- Garret Mountain Reservation offers scenic views.
- Passaic River flows through the county.
- Wayne is the largest municipality by area.
- Home to diverse cultures and communities.
- Manufacturing shaped the county’s history.
- Textiles once dominated local industry.
- West Milford contains extensive forests.
- The county borders New York.
- Major highways cross the county.
- Paterson is nicknamed “Silk City.”
- William Paterson University is located in Wayne.
- Parks provide hiking and recreation.
- Industry and history define Passaic County.