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General Electric Research Laboratory

General Electric Research Laboratory is a historic place in Schenectady, Schenectady County, New York, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on May 15, 1975, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 75001227.

Schenectady, Schenectady County, New YorkListed May 15, 1975NRIS #75001227★ National Historic Landmark
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What is General Electric Research Laboratory?

General Electric Research Laboratory was the first industrial research facility in the United States. Established in 1900, the lab was home to the early technological breakthroughs of General Electric and created a research and development environment that set the standard for industrial innovation for years to come. It developed into GE Global Research that now covers an array of technological research, ranging from healthcare to transportation systems, at multiple locations throughout the world. Its campus in Schenectady, New York was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1975.

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Listing details

Name
General Electric Research Laboratory
City
Schenectady
County
Schenectady County
State
New York
Listed on the National Register
May 15, 1975
NRIS reference number
75001227
Resource type
building
National Historic Landmark
Yes
Coordinates
42.80956, -73.95351
When was General Electric Research Laboratory listed on the National Register?

General Electric Research Laboratory was added to the National Register of Historic Places on May 15, 1975.

Where is General Electric Research Laboratory located?

General Electric Research Laboratory is located in Schenectady, Schenectady County, New York at approximately 42.80956, -73.95351. See the map above.

Is General Electric Research Laboratory a National Historic Landmark?

Yes. General Electric Research Laboratory is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.

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