Revitalizing Seaford: The Nylon Capital Center Project [Video]

Seaford, Delaware has a rich history dating back to the late 1800s, thriving on shipbuilding and agriculture. However, with the advent of nylon by the DuPont Corporation in the 1930s, the community underwent a significant transformation, quickly earning the title of “Nylon Capital of the World.”

This was thanks to the proximity of the DuPont nylon plant for which the location was selected due to access to raw materials and significant markets. While the area thrived for a time, welcoming in skilled and educated individuals as well as the development of The Nylon Capital Shopping Center in 1956 (a significant cultural icon for locals), economic shifts in the early 2000s led to a decline in the region’s industrial prominence, leaving the community at a crossroads.

Enter the Nylon Capital Center project, a beacon of hope for Seaford’s revitalization. Spearheaded by the 9th Street Development Company (9SDC)– and supported by WSFS Bank, another longstanding fixture …