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Three Centuries of Perth Amboy
1930s - 1940s
Depression, War & a Changing City
Perth Amboy experiences the hardships of the Great Depression and the demands of World War II. Public works projects and wartime industry leave lasting marks on the city and its waterfront.
Today
Preserving the Next Chapter
Perth Amboy remains a living historic city, one whose buildings, neighborhoods, waterfront, and people continue to tell an evolving story. Preserving that history ensures that the city’s past remains part of its future.
1950s - 1970s
An Industrial City in Transition
As American industry changes, Perth Amboy experiences the decline and closure of many longtime factories while new generations of residents continue to reshape its neighborhoods and identity.
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