apr 1, 1876 - Opening of Menlo Park
Description:
Menlo Park, New Jersey, became the site of Thomas Edison's research and development facility in 1876, where he established the world's first industrial research lab. This facility became famous for its production of major technological innovations, most notably the phonograph and the practical electric light bulb, heralding a new era of technological advancement.Added to timeline:
Date:
apr 1, 1876
Now
~ 149 years ago