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We Built This City: NJMML Community Artists Honor (Im)Migrant Labor in Northern NJ

March 7, 2026
through April 10
Paterson Museum

About this Event

North Jersey NJMML community artists share the powerful stories of Northern NJ (im)migrants and their labor, through artworks inspired by the region’s community dialogues. This exhibit employs visual art, poetry, photography, music, and streetwear to honor the people who built Northern NJ.

Exhibit, visitors also have the opportunity to view designs by NJMML monument artist, Michelle Angela Ortiz, for the monument installation that will be installed in front of Paterson City Hall in the summer of 2026.

The Paterson Museum
2 Market Street
Paterson, New Jersey 07501

Monday – Friday, 9:30AM – 4:00PM

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About NJMML

NJ Monuments To Migration And Labor is a three-year initiative honoring immigrants’ contributions to the state. Through public events, and monument installations, it celebrates their resilience, hard work, and cultural impact, blending art, history, and storytelling to inspire reflection and appreciation.

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