78 stories, landmarks & places within ~20 miles — the same local lore RoadyGoat plays as you drive through.
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Grimes Homestead
· 2.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This unassuming farmhouse has a powerful story to tell. The Grimes Homestead, built in the late 1700s, wasn't just a home; it served as a crucial stop on the Underground Railroad. Runaway slaves seeking freedom found…
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Boonton Iron Works
· 3.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wonder what helped build early America? Look around, because right here, the Boonton Iron Works forged the very nails and bars that shaped a young nation. Around 1770, Samuel Ogden and his family set up shop along…
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Baker Building
· 4.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine a night out in Dover in the late 1880s, gas lamps flickering, the excitement of live performance filling the air. This is the Baker Building, once known as Baker's Opera House, a grand vaudeville theater built…
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Speedwell Ironworks
· 5.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever imagine a world without instant communication? You're about to see where that world changed forever. This is Speedwell Ironworks, where the electric telegraph was perfected. Back in the 1830s, Samuel Morse and…
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Morristown and Erie Railroad Whippany Water Tank
· 5.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This century-old water tank stands as a reminder of the vital role railroads played in the industrial development of northern New Jersey. Back in 1904, the Morristown and Erie Railroad built this water tank right here…
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Davenport–Demarest House
· 5.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb
These walls have seen centuries of change. This is the Davenport–Demarest House, a testament to early Dutch settlement in New Jersey. Built in stages, the oldest section of this stone farmhouse dates back to sometime…
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United States Army 4039
· 5.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine a world powered by steam, where trains were vital to national defense. That's the story of U.S. Army 4039, a locomotive built right here in 1942 for World War II. ALCO, the American Locomotive Company, churned…
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Van Duyne–Jacobus House
· 6.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over for a sec - this old stone house has seen some things! It's the Van Duyne–Jacobus House, dating back to the mid-1700s. The oldest part of the house was built sometime between 1761 and 1778. It was a working…
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Fosterfields
· 6.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This isn't just another old farm; it's a portal to a simpler time. Fosterfields, as it's known today, shows what life was like on a working farm back around 1920. Before it was Fosterfields, it was owned by Joseph…
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Morris County Courthouse (New Jersey)
· 6.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This courthouse, built in 1827, has witnessed countless legal battles and historical moments in Morris County. It stands proudly on Washington Street in Morristown, a silent observer to the ebb and flow of justice.…
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Morristown National Historical Park
· 6.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine the biting wind and the gnawing hunger – this very ground was once a crucial winter encampment for George Washington's Continental Army. Twice, in the winters of 1777 and 1779-1780, Washington chose Morristown…
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Morristown District
· 6.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine being at the heart of a revolution – that's essentially what Morristown was during the fight for American independence. During the Revolutionary War, General George Washington and the Continental Army 1777 and…
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Thomas Nast Home
· 7.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over for a minute and imagine the pen that shaped American politics and our holidays! This is where Thomas Nast, the legendary political cartoonist, lived for many years. Nast moved into this house on MacCulloch…
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Whippany Burying Yard
· 8.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Step back in time as you approach the Whippany Burying Yard, the oldest cemetery in northwest New Jersey. This isn't just a place of rest; it's a tangible link to the earliest settlers of this region. Dating back to…
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Lotta Crabtree Cottage
· 8.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Look left! This isn't just any old cottage; this gorgeous lakeside home was designed by a famous architect for a celebrated actress of the late 1800s. It’s a true slice of Gilded Age glamour tucked away in Mount…
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Morristown National Historical Park
· 9.1 mi · Historical Marker
The Continental Army's winter encampment at Morristown in 1779-1780 was harder than Valley Forge, with record snowfall and near-mutiny.
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John Dods House and Tavern
· 9.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over here and picture this: weary travelers in the 1700s, kicking up dust on the road, drawn to the promise of rest and refreshment at John Dods' Tavern. This wasn't just a place for a drink; it was a vital stop on…
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Jockey Hollow
· 9.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine enduring a winter so brutal it's still talked about today. That's what Continental Army soldiers faced right here at Jockey Hollow. During the Revolutionary War, Jockey Hollow served as a winter encampment for…
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Tempe Wick Road–Washington Corners Historic District
· 9.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Believe it or not, this quiet stretch of road played a part in the Revolutionary War! The Tempe Wick Road–Washington Corners Historic District reminds us of rural life centuries ago. The road is named for Temperance…
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Fairfield Dutch Reformed Church
· 10.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over for a sec, because this unassuming church tells a story of early settlers in New Jersey. The Fairfield Dutch Reformed Church congregation was established way back in 1720 by Dutch families who'd made their…
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New Jersey Brigade Encampment Site
· 10.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine the harsh conditions faced by Continental Army soldiers as you stand on the site where the New Jersey Brigade encamped during the Revolutionary War. During the winter of 1779-1780, approximately 1,300 men of the…
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Pompton Plains station
· 10.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This unassuming spot was once a vital link connecting Pompton Plains to the bustling world beyond. The Pompton Plains station served passengers traveling along the Erie Railroad's Greenwood Lake Division. It shuttled…
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Grover Cleveland Birthplace, Caldwell
· 11.1 mi · Historical Marker
The 22nd and 24th President of the United States, Grover Cleveland, was born in this Caldwell manse on March 18, 1837.
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Grover Cleveland Birthplace
· 11.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wonder where one of America's only two-time presidents got his start? This unassuming house is it. Stephen Grover Cleveland was born right here in Caldwell on March 18, 1837. His father, Richard Falley Cleveland,…
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Battle of Short Hills
· 12.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Right here, near Scotch Plains and Edison, New Jersey, a small but crucial battle helped save the Continental Army from disaster. In June of 1777, British General Howe marched his troops into central New Jersey, hoping…
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Dey Mansion
· 12.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wonder where George Washington planned some of his most important moves during the Revolutionary War? It was right here at the Dey Mansion. Colonel Theunis Dey built this impressive home in the 1770s. It became…
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Montclair Art Museum
· 14.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine a place dedicated to art, open to everyone, way back when that wasn't the norm. That's the Montclair Art Museum. This museum opened in 1914 as the very first in New Jersey specifically dedicated to art and…
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Carnegie Library (Montclair, New Jersey)
· 14.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This unassuming building holds a story of ambition, philanthropy, and access to knowledge. In 1904, this structure opened as the Montclair Public Library, funded in part by a grant from Andrew Carnegie. Carnegie, a…
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Thomas Edison National Historical Park
· 14.5 mi · Historical Marker
Thomas Edison's West Orange laboratory complex was the world's first industrial research facility, producing over half of his 1,093 patents.
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Cliffside Hose Company No. 4
· 14.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine relying on horses and hand-pulled equipment to fight fires! That was the reality when the Cliffside Hose Company No. 4 was built. Back in 1901, this firehouse was constructed to protect the northern part of…
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Waterloo Village, New Jersey
· 14.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine a bustling 19th-century canal town, a vital rest stop for weary travelers and hardworking mules. That's Waterloo Village. During its heyday, Waterloo Village served as roughly the halfway point along the Morris…
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Yogi Berra Museum and Learning Center
· 14.7 mi · Local history
You are at the Yogi Berra Museum and Learning Center on the campus of Montclair State University in Little Falls, New Jersey. Yogi Berra played eighteen seasons with the New York Yankees, caught Don Larsen's perfect…
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Thomas Edison National Historical Park
· 14.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Get ready to step back in time to the place where innovation was practically a daily event! This is Thomas Edison's laboratory and estate, a hub of invention for over 40 years. In 1887, Edison moved his operations here…
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Sterling Hill Mining Museum
· 14.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Prepare to be amazed, because beneath your feet lies a world of glowing rock and industrial history! This is the Sterling Hill Mining Museum, a former zinc mine famous for its incredible fluorescent minerals. Mining…
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Edison Storage Battery Company Building
· 14.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wonder where the first batteries for electric vehicles were mass-produced? You're near the Edison Storage Battery Company Building. Thomas Edison, yes, *that* Edison, developed a nickel-iron battery in 1901. This…
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Reaction Motors Rocket Test Facility
· 14.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This unassuming spot in New Jersey played a vital role in helping Allied planes take to the skies during World War II. Here, at the Reaction Motors Rocket Test Facility, engineers developed and tested jet-assisted…
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Lackawanna Terminal (Montclair, New Jersey)
· 14.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine the bustling train travel of the early 1900s at this beautifully preserved terminal. This is Lackawanna Terminal, built in 1913. It served as the western end of the Montclair Branch for the Delaware, Lackawanna…
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Bell Labs (Nokia Bell Labs), Murray Hill
· 15.0 mi · Historical Marker
Bell Labs in Murray Hill produced some of the 20th century's most important inventions, including the transistor, the laser, and Unix.
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Nathan Cooper Gristmill
· 15.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over here – this old mill tells a story of early industry in New Jersey. Built around 1828 by Nathan Cooper, this gristmill used the power of the Black River to grind grain into flour. For decades, local farmers…
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Baltusrol Golf Club
· 15.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Get ready to drive past golf history! Baltusrol Golf Club has hosted some of the sport's most memorable moments. Founded in 1895, Baltusrol quickly became a premier golfing destination. Its two courses, both designed by…
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Pietro and Maria Botto House
· 15.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This unassuming house played a pivotal role in the fight for workers' rights in America. In 1913, the city of Paterson, New Jersey, was the site of a massive silk workers' strike. Facing hardship and lacking a central…
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Great Falls (Passaic River)
· 15.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Feel the spray – this is the Great Falls of the Passaic River, a natural powerhouse that birthed a city! In 1791, Alexander Hamilton chose this very spot to establish Paterson, one of America's first planned industrial…
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Stone House by the Stone House Brook
· 15.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine a time when this land was brand new, claimed but not yet tamed. That's the era of the Stone House by the Stone House Brook, one of the oldest buildings still standing in New Jersey. Built before 1680, this house…
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Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park
· 15.6 mi · Historical Marker
Alexander Hamilton chose the Great Falls of the Passaic River as the site for America's first planned industrial city in 1792.
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East Orange VA Medical Center
· 15.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This VA hospital complex has been serving veterans since 1952. It was built to provide medical care and support to veterans, particularly those returning from World War II and the Korean War. Over the years, it has…
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Paterson, NJ
· 16.0 mi · Local history
Paterson, New Jersey, a city forged in industry and resilience, owes its name to a prominent figure of the early republic: William Paterson. He was the governor of New Jersey, a signer of the Constitution, and an…
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Lyons VA Medical Center
· 16.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This isn't just another building; it's a place of healing and honor, dedicated to those who served our country. The Lyons VA Medical Center opened its doors in 1930, becoming a crucial part of the VA New Jersey Health…
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Arch Street Bridge
· 16.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This bridge isn't just steel and concrete; it's a survivor, a testament to Paterson's resilience in the face of nature's fury. The Arch Street Bridge you see here was built in 1907 after floods wiped out the previous…
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Stanley Theater (Newark, New Jersey)
· 16.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Right up ahead, you're near a place that was once a doorway to another world: the Stanley Theater. For decades, this building offered Newark residents an escape into the magic of the movies. Opened on May 26, 1927, the…
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Holsten's — The Sopranos' Cut-to-Black Diner
· 16.6 mi
Holsten's Brookdale Confectionery sits at 1063 Broad Street in Bloomfield, an old-fashioned ice cream parlor and candy shop that has been making its own chocolate and ice cream since 1939 (and is still open). It earned…
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Stage House Inn
· 17.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over here for a second – this old building has seen a *lot*. Built in 1737, the Stage House Inn has been a landmark in Scotch Plains for nearly three centuries. Back in the day, this was a key stop on the Old York…
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Church Street School (Nutley, New Jersey)
· 17.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine learning your ABCs in a building that's stood for generations – that's the story of the Church Street School. Built in 1875, this one-room schoolhouse served the children of Nutley for many years. It's a simple…
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Rutt's Hut
· 17.5 mi · Things to Do
Deep-fried hot dogs called rippers since 1928. The Ripper will change your hot dog life forever.
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Garretson Forge and Farm
· 18.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine owning the same plot of land for over 300 years! That's the story of Garretson Forge and Farm. The Garretson family has continuously owned this farm in Fair Lawn, New Jersey since 1719. The Peter Garretson…
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Passaic, NJ
· 18.4 mi · Local history
Passaic, New Jersey sits squarely on the Piedmont plateau, a band of ancient, rolling hills that stretches from the Appalachians to the coastal plain. The bedrock here is mostly Precambrian gneiss, some of the oldest…
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Old Essex County Jail
· 18.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wonder what life was like behind bars over a century ago? This spot marks the location of the old Essex County Jail, a place that witnessed over a century of American prison history. Construction on the complex…
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Bethany Baptist Church (Newark, New Jersey)
· 18.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb
You're near a place that marks the beginning of a powerful community. Bethany Baptist Church started with just a handful of people who wanted a place to call their own. In 1870, a group of about 26 African Americans,…
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Eberhardt Hall, New Jersey Institute of Technology
· 18.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This unassuming building has sheltered generations of Newark's children, from orphans to college students. Originally the Newark Orphan Asylum, it was built in 1856 and 1857 to provide a home for children in need. For…
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Kenney Memorial Hospital
· 19.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine a time when Black doctors struggled to find places to treat their patients. That's why this spot is so important. Dr. John A. Kenney Sr. founded Kenney Memorial Hospital right here in 1927. It was located at 130…
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American Insurance Company Building
· 19.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Check it out, that's the old American Insurance Company Building! It was once a shining symbol of Newark's powerful insurance industry. Built in 1925, this neo-classical skyscraper at 15 Washington Street served as the…
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John Ballantine House
· 19.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine living in the lap of luxury, fueled by the success of a brewing empire. That's exactly what the John Ballantine House represents. Built in 1884, this stunning mansion was home to John Holme Ballantine, son of…
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St. James' A. M. E. Church (Newark, New Jersey)
· 19.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Did you know this unassuming corner holds a story of faith, resilience, and community? St. James' A.M.E. Church, originally built in 1850, has been a landmark here for over a century. Designed by architect John Welch,…
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Indian and the Puritan
· 19.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Did you know that the sculptor of Mount Rushmore also created this monument right here? It's called Indian and the Puritan, and it stands in Harriet Tubman Square in Newark.The monument, crafted by Gutzon Borglum,…
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Equestrian statue of George Washington (Newark)
· 19.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This statue of George Washington marks the spot where history and art converged. Crafted by Scottish-American sculptor J. Massey Rhind, the equestrian statue portrays General Washington bidding farewell to his…
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Glencoe (Newark, New Jersey)
· 19.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wonder about the grand estates that once dotted Newark? You're near the former site of Glencoe, also known as the Coe Mansion. Built in 1871, Glencoe was a significant example of late 19th-century architecture in…
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Clark Thread Company Historic District
· 19.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Get ready to glimpse a bygone era of industrial dominance! This spot was once the beating heart of the Clark Thread Company, the undisputed king of sewing thread worldwide. Construction began here in 1875. The Clark…
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Newark Female Charitable Society
· 19.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Did you know this area was once home to the oldest social organization in New Jersey? The Newark Female Charitable Society, later known as the Newark Day Center, was founded by prominent women of Newark in 1803. These…
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Newark, NJ
· 19.3 mi · Local history
Newark, a vibrant city built on a relatively flat landscape only 54 feet above sea level, has always hummed with a particular energy. Established in 1666 and named for Newark-on-Trent, England, its strategic location…
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First National State Bank Building
· 19.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This spot whispers of early 20th-century grandeur, a time when banks built cathedrals to commerce. Designed by the renowned architect Cass Gilbert, the First National State Bank Building rose here in 1912. Gilbert,…
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Old First Presbyterian Church (Newark, New Jersey)
· 19.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
These grounds whisper tales of Newark's earliest settlers and their unwavering faith. The First Presbyterian Church, now known as First Church Newark, has stood here for centuries, witnessing the city's growth and…
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Military Park Building
· 19.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Once the tallest building in Newark, the Military Park Building offers a glimpse into the city's architectural past. Designed by Polhemus & Coffin, the Military Park Building was completed in 1926. It stood as the…
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National Newark Building
· 19.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Dominating the Newark skyline, this neo-classical skyscraper was once the tallest building in the city. Built in 1931, the National Newark Building, formerly the National Newark and Essex Bank Building, quickly became a…
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Newark Symphony Hall
· 19.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over for a second, and picture this: a grand theater, once known as The Mosque, buzzing with music and life. Newark Symphony Hall was built in 1925, quickly becoming a cultural hub. For years, this was home to the…
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Crocker-McMillin Mansion
· 19.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine living in a house so grand, it felt like a self-contained world. That's the story of the Crocker-McMillin Mansion, right here in Mahwah. Built between 1903 and 1907, this 75-room mansion was originally…
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Woodruff House (Hillside, New Jersey)
· 19.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over a second, you're passing a real piece of New Jersey history! This is the Woodruff House, built way back in 1735. It’s a tangible link to the lives of early settlers in this area. The Woodruff family were among…
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Liberty Hall (New Jersey)
· 19.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Step back in time at Liberty Hall, home to New Jersey's first governor and a gathering place for influential figures throughout history. William Livingston, the first governor of New Jersey, built this fourteen-room…
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Murphy Varnish Works
· 19.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Believe it or not, this area was once dominated by varnish! In 1865, Franklin Murphy founded Murphy Varnish Works, which became the largest varnish producer in Newark. Murphy himself went on to become a New Jersey…
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Elizabeth and Gershom Frazee House
· 19.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine coming face-to-face with a British General during the Revolutionary War! That's exactly what happened right here. After the Battle of the Short Hills in 1777, British General Charles Cornwallis stopped at the…