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Historic Places in New Jersey

New Jersey's historic places are numerous. The states past is rich with stories to tell. This is evident in the historic homes, landscapes and battlefields where Washington and the Continental Army spent almost half of the American Revolutionary War. Many places have been preserved or recreated that date back to the Revolutionary War.
 

 

New Jersey historic sites can be enjoyed on a day trip, or perhaps extend it by staying in a lovely bed and breakfast nearby or by enjoying a visit to an histric sites on a weekend getaway.

We have collected information on many historic sites in New Jersey that are deep rooted in history of New Jersey and the United states that we feel are worthy of a visit.

  • Popular New Jersey Historic Places

  • Hunterdon Historical Museum – The location of the “Old Red Mill”

  • Millbrook Village – Restored village in the Delaware River Valley

  • Waterloo Village – Restored 18th-19th village, recreated Lenape Indian Village

  • Allaire Village – Restored 19th century village in Monmouth County

  • Batsto Village - Visitors can learn the key role that Batsto played in the industrial development of the United States over two centuries ago.

  • Wheaton Village - Demonstrations of glass blowing, pottery, woodcarving, tin and other historic attractions.

  • Historic Bridgeton - New Jersey's largest historic district.

  • Monmouth Battlefield State Park - One of the largest battles of the American Revolution took place in the fields and forests that now make up Monmouth Battlefield State Park. A reenactment of the June 1778 battle is held every year with authentically dressed troops camped out in the park and situated in the fields for fighting.

  • Glassboro Heritage Glass Museum - An historical museum dedicated to preserving and perpetuating the heritage of the glass industries of the region.

  • The Country Living Museums. Experience living in rural New Jersey during the early twentieth century? With two museum locations, visitors can see many of the tools used by farmers and craftsman during the turn of the century, as well as appliances like washing machines, laundry tubs, and other items from the World War II era.


    New Jersey also has many historic restaurants that date back as early as 1706 with connections to the revolutionary war and other historic events. They offer a variety of dining experiences in an historic setting.

 

 



 

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