Today in History: Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire

Today in History—March 25—the Library of Congress features the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire. On this date in 1911, nearly 150 workers, many of whom were young, recent immigrants, lost their lives in this tragic incident. The tragedy did, however, help spur countless workers to organize for greater safety protections. Learn more by visiting the Today in History section, then follow the links below to related primary and secondary sources.

Topics in Chronicling America – Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire timeline and select newspaper articles

More newspaper coverage related to the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire 1911-12

Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire image set

With these hands 1950 film includes a dramatization of a union worker’s memories of pre-union life, the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire, and the improvements that came with unionization.

The Triangle Shirtwaist Fire background

A Factory, a Fire, and Worker Safety Inside Adams

The Triangle Shirtwaist Factory In the Muse

The Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire: Exploring Tragedy and Reform with Primary Sources Teaching with Primary Sources

Casemaker Challenge: Worker Protections and the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire learning activity