The Swansea Mall leaves fond memories for many in the Fall River area through its rise and decline.
The mall was developed by Arlen Realty and Development Corporation, which sought to expand its regional mall presence in Southeastern Massachusetts after the success of the North Dartmouth Mall in 1971 which continues to this day.
The mall opened in 1975 with Sears and Edgar Department Stores as its original anchor tenants, along with a 4-screen movie theater. The location was ideal as it was near Fall River and Providence and right off both Route 6 and I-195…