Everything Freehold is known for
Songs written about the waterways and highways that run near Freehold.
Asbury Park has a rich connection to some of America's most celebrated artists. The legendary Frank Sinatra himself referenced the city in song, wondering if a beautiful sight was Granada or Asbury Park.
The Stone Pony opened in 1974 and became the launching pad for Bruce Springsteen and the Jersey Shore sound.
The Battle of Monmouth on June 28, 1778 was one of the largest battles of the Revolution and gave rise to the legend of Molly Pitcher.
On May 6, 1937, the German airship Hindenburg caught fire while landing at Lakehurst, killing 36 people and ending the age of passenger airship travel.
At his Menlo Park laboratory, Thomas Edison invented the practical incandescent light bulb and the phonograph, earning the nickname the Wizard of Menlo Park.
30 stories, landmarks & places within ~20 miles — the same local lore RoadyGoat plays as you drive through.
Imagine this quiet field filled with the chaos of battle – this is Monmouth Battlefield, where a key turning point in the Revolutionary War unfolded. On a sweltering day in 1778, General George Washington's Continental…
Imagine life before tractors and supermarkets. That's what you'll find at Longstreet Farm. This farm, whose farmhouse was built between 1790 and 1810, shows what farm life was like in Monmouth County in the mid-19th…
Get ready to be amazed by the Bell Labs Holmdel Complex! This seemingly ordinary office park was once a hotbed of innovation, a place where technological miracles were practically an everyday occurrence. Between 1962…
Imagine life in New Jersey before the United States even existed! That's what the Holmes–Hendrickson House represents. Built around 1754, this farmhouse offers a tangible connection to the pre-Revolutionary era. The…
The Battle of Monmouth on June 28, 1778 was one of the largest battles of the Revolution and gave rise to the legend of Molly Pitcher.
Right over there, a discovery was made that helped prove the Big Bang theory! In 1965, Arno Penzias and Robert Wilson were using the Holmdel Horn Antenna for radio astronomy research at Bell Labs. They were trying to…
Pull over, friend, because this unassuming spot was once at the bleeding edge of military technology, helping to win World War II. This is Camp Evans, where scientists developed crucial radar technology for the U.S.…
Before it was the Count Basie Center, this performing arts center opened in 1926 as the Carlton Theater. It was a glamorous movie palace, bringing the magic of Hollywood to Red Bank. Fast forward to 1973, and the…
Admire the elegance of this 1870 house, now the Woman's Club of Red Bank, showcasing Victorian-era architecture. The house was built for Anthony Reckless and completed around 1870 in Red Bank, New Jersey. The Anthony…
Pull over for a second – you're driving past a place that’s witnessed centuries of New Jersey history! This is the Parker Homestead, and its main house dates all the way back to 1720! The Parker Homestead, located right…
Asbury Park has a rich connection to some of America's most celebrated artists. The legendary Frank Sinatra himself referenced the city in song, wondering if a beautiful sight was Granada or Asbury Park.
Prepare to be wowed by this stunning mansion, a testament to the Gilded Age and the legacy of one of America's most influential families. This is the Murry Guggenheim House, now the library for Monmouth University.…
Get ready for a blast from the past! This area was once home to Palace Amusements, a legendary indoor amusement park and a symbol of Asbury Park's glory days. Palace Amusements opened way back in 1888. For decades, it…
The Stone Pony opened in 1974 and became the launching pad for Bruce Springsteen and the Jersey Shore sound.
Step back in time as you approach the Paramount Theatre, a shimmering beacon of Asbury Park's golden age. The Paramount Theatre opened in 1930, a dazzling centerpiece alongside the Convention Hall on the boardwalk.…
Ever wonder what secrets these old walls could tell? This is the Seabrook-Wilson House, also known as the Spy House, and it's got a past steeped in local lore.Built sometime before 1720, the house sits overlooking…
That lonely sentinel out on Raritan Bay? That's the Great Beds Light, and it's more than just a pretty picture. It's a symbol of resilience. The Great Beds Light Station was built to mark a large shoal, known as the…
On May 6, 1937, the German airship Hindenburg caught fire while landing at Lakehurst, killing 36 people and ending the age of passenger airship travel.
Imagine floating across the Atlantic in the largest aircraft ever built, only to meet a fiery end just steps from your destination. That was the fate of the Hindenburg zeppelin, and this massive structure, Hangar No. 1,…
Imagine a last-ditch effort to avoid war, right here on Staten Island. In 1776, as the Revolutionary War raged, representatives of the British Crown and the American colonies met at the Conference House, then owned by…
You're passing the only proprietary governor's mansion from the original Thirteen Colonies still standing! It's called Proprietary House. Construction started in 1762 and wrapped up in 1764. Initially, it wasn't even…
Pull over for a minute! This old mill has been grinding grain here for over 150 years, playing a vital role in the local economy. The Allentown Mill, as it's known today, was built in 1855. But there's been a mill on…
This unassuming patch of land was once a crucial early warning system against Soviet bombers. During the Cold War, Highlands Air Force Station was on constant alert, scanning the skies for any sign of attack. The…
For over a century, these twin lighthouses kept ships safe as they navigated into New York Harbor. Built in 1862, the Navesink Twin Lights replaced two older, less powerful beacons. Their innovative design made them…
Pull over for a second and imagine a Staten Island far removed from the city – a place of sprawling farms and elegant estates. This is the Seguine Mansion, a window into that bygone era. Joseph H. Seguine built this…
Step into Willow Grove Cemetery, where New Brunswick's past whispers from beneath the headstones. This seemingly quiet place holds stories of lives lived, lost, and legacies left behind. Originally a burial ground for…
At his Menlo Park laboratory, Thomas Edison invented the practical incandescent light bulb and the phonograph, earning the nickname the Wizard of Menlo Park.
Get ready for a chilling tale – this is the Kreischer House, a place synonymous with tragedy and whispers of the paranormal. Built in the 1880s, it was intended as a symbol of success for the Kreischer family, German…
This sandy spit of land witnessed over a century of artillery innovation. Fort Hancock and the Sandy Hook Proving Ground tested the limits of American weaponry for generations. Construction on Fort Hancock began in…
Standing since 1764, this is the oldest working lighthouse in the United States, a beacon of maritime history. Designed by Isaac Conro, the Sandy Hook Lighthouse was built to guide ships safely through the treacherous…