Explore the first of three lessons in this series examining the environmental impact of the Gorham Manufacturing Company on Mashapaug Pond and the surrounding areas.

The Gorham Manufacturing Company’s legacy extends beyond the production of intricate silverwork and includes the destruction of the surrounding environment. Toxic byproducts from production can still be found in the land, as well as nearby Mashapaug Pond. Explore the effects of industry on local communities and how they organized for change, and learn how this case study is similar to the outcomes of similar industrial sites. 

Discover the next lesson in the Mashapaug Pond: Environmental (In)Justice series— Community Impact.