view gallery |  Dr. Moses Bloomfield House - Woodbridge NJ
in New Jersey Historical Markers NJ Provincial Representative, US Army surgeon in Rev. War, Freed his slaves in 1783, Father of Gov. Joseph Bloomfield. Circa mid-1700s posted by: Don.Morfe location: New Jersey date approved: 8/2/2020 last visited: never |
view gallery |  Barron Estate - Woodbridge NJ
in New Jersey Historical Markers The Barron name is an important one in Woodbridge, as the family was one of the first to settle here in the late 17th century. The Barron family, noted patriots and philanthropists, made many contributions to the town. posted by: Don.Morfe location: New Jersey date approved: 8/2/2020 last visited: never |
view gallery |  Barron Arts Center-Barron Library - Woodbridge NJ
in New Jersey Historical Markers Dedicated in 1877, as the Barron Library, it was the first library in Middlesex County. Donated by Thomas Barron, an entrepreneur and philanthropist who considered Woodridge his native town, this building served as a library until 1977. posted by: Don.Morfe location: New Jersey date approved: 8/2/2020 last visited: never |
view gallery |  Site of Governor William Franklin’s Home - Willingboro NJ
in New Jersey Historical Markers William Franklin, son of Benjamin Franklin, and last royal governor of New Jersey, had his country home here and owned the property from 1770-1785. posted by: Don.Morfe location: New Jersey date approved: 8/2/2020 last visited: never |
view gallery |  Melville Mill 1794 - Whippany NJ
in New Jersey Historical Markers Site of the known beginning of the continuous paper-making industry in Hanover Township. Started by Charles Marre, who came from England in 1791. posted by: Don.Morfe location: New Jersey date approved: 8/2/2020 last visited: never |
view gallery |  Village of Whippany 1676 - Whippany NJ
in New Jersey Historical Markers Located along the banks of the Whippanong River. Whippany played an active role in the Revolutionary War and in the 19th century was an important milltown. posted by: Don.Morfe location: New Jersey date approved: 8/2/2020 last visited: never |
view gallery |  Ford – Faesch Manor House - 1768 - Rockaway NJ
in New Jersey Historical Markers Manor house built by Jacob Ford, Jr. subsequently home of John Jacob Faesch who directed the iron mining operations which provided the Continental Army with ammunition and ordinance. posted by: Don.Morfe location: New Jersey date approved: 8/2/2020 last visited: never |
view gallery |  Morris Canal 1824-1924 - Wharton NJ
in New Jersey Historical Markers National Register Landmark. Information-Canal crossed here Plane No. 5-East was east of here posted by: Don.Morfe location: New Jersey date approved: 8/2/2020 last visited: never |
view gallery |  Port Oram Community 1860-1895 - Wharton NJ
in New Jersey Historical Markers Settlement, established as port on Morris Canal and Depot on Morris and Essex Railroad. Fostered development of Wharton Furnace. Borough name changed to Wharton in 1902. posted by: Don.Morfe location: New Jersey date approved: 8/2/2020 last visited: never |
view gallery |  Saint Mary’s Church - Wharton NJ
in New Jersey Historical Markers Noted architect Jeremiah O’Rourke designed this 1873 Gothic church. Built of local rough-cut stone, it features an open timber roof and jewel-toned stained glass. posted by: Don.Morfe location: New Jersey date approved: 8/2/2020 last visited: never |
view gallery |  Kate McFarlane and Josephine Swann-Women’s Heritage Trail - Kingston NJ
in New Jersey Historical Markers Kate McFarlane and Josephine Swann, determined to save Rockingham, organized a group of concerned citizens and rescued this significant historical site which played an important role in the Revolutionary War. posted by: Don.Morfe location: New Jersey date approved: 8/2/2020 last visited: never |
view gallery |  Harold Corry - Atlantic City, NJ
in New Jersey Historical Markers Marker recounting the life of Harold Corry, long-time active community leader. posted by: jiggs11 location: New Jersey date approved: 8/2/2020 last visited: never |
view gallery |  Christopher Joseph Ford - Atlantic City, NJ
in New Jersey Historical Markers One of many state markers in Atlantic City. posted by: bluesnote location: New Jersey date approved: 8/2/2020 last visited: 10/12/2019 |
view gallery |  Paul "Skinny" D'amato - Atlantic City, NJ
in New Jersey Historical Markers One of many state markers in Atlantic City. posted by: bluesnote location: New Jersey date approved: 8/2/2020 last visited: 10/12/2019 |
view gallery |  The Brick Store - West Caldwell NJ
in New Jersey Historical Markers Store site in Horseneck by 1798. Brick structure erected by Nath. Douglass, turnpike promoter with I. Crane, 1819, first Caldwell (Franklin) post office, J. Hudson P.M. posted by: Don.Morfe location: New Jersey date approved: 8/2/2020 last visited: never |
view gallery |  Victory Gardens Borough - Victory Gardens, NJ
in New Jersey Historical Markers Youngest and smallest municipality in Morris County. Incorporated in 1951 after separation from Randolph Township. Originated as Federal Housing Project for local defense workers during World War II. posted by: Don.Morfe location: New Jersey date approved: 8/2/2020 last visited: never |
view gallery |  The Bloomfield Avenue School - Verona, NJ
in New Jersey Historical Markers The original brick building was constructed in 1881 and designed by Paul Botticher. Within the center of the front façade was positioned the brownstone "Verona Public School" tablet. posted by: Don.Morfe location: New Jersey date approved: 8/2/2020 last visited: never |
view gallery |  Elizabeth Sculthorp Force-Women's Heritage Trail - Toms River NJ
in New Jersey Historical Markers Elizabeth Schulthorp Force (1902-2007) brought national fame to Toms River Schools and community with courses in Family Relationships and Social Behavior, designed and taught by her to local high school students from 1942 to 1957. posted by: Don.Morfe location: New Jersey date approved: 8/2/2020 last visited: never |
view gallery |  Prelude to Victory - Titusville (Hopewell Township) NJ
in New Jersey Historical Markers You might well imagine that General George Washington stood where you are now stand as he patiently watched his force of 2400 troops march up from the boats on the river over the road in the immediate foreground. posted by: Don.Morfe location: New Jersey date approved: 7/9/2020 last visited: never |
view gallery |  Johnson Ferry House - Titusville (Hopewell Township) NJ
in New Jersey Historical Markers This farmhouse is the only existing structure within the park that witnessed the Crossing of the Continental troops on December 25-26, 1776. posted by: Don.Morfe location: New Jersey date approved: 7/9/2020 last visited: never |
view gallery |  Skirmish at Swedesboro - Swedesboro, NJ
in New Jersey Historical Markers A Revolutionary War skirmish occurred near this site on April 4, 1778. About 300 Loyalist and British troops marched from Fort Billings (near present-day Paulsboro) to Swedesboro, hoping to capture local militiamen. posted by: Don.Morfe location: New Jersey date approved: 7/9/2020 last visited: never |
view gallery |  Marjorie Cranstoun Jefferson-Women’s Heritage Trail - Summit NJ
in New Jersey Historical Markers Did you know that Marjorie Cranstoun Jefferson: *Was a leader in the Little Theater Movement in the United States? *Co-founded this community theater in 1918? *Directed more than 130 productions in this theater? posted by: Don.Morfe location: New Jersey date approved: 7/9/2020 last visited: never |
view gallery |  Florence Spearing Randolph-Women’s Heritage Trail - Summit NJ
in New Jersey Historical Markers Florence Spearing Randolph, born in Charleston, South Carolina on August 9, 1866 was an African-American A.M.E. Zion (Methodist) minister and social activist. She served as Pastor of Wallace Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church, Summit City, from 1925 to 1946. posted by: Don.Morfe location: New Jersey date approved: 7/9/2020 last visited: never |
view gallery |  Uranium Ore - Raven Rock, NJ
in New Jersey Historical Markers Uranium Ore-Found here in 1956 near Raven Rock. Mining company formed by prospectors responding to the cold war craze was never commercially viable. posted by: Don.Morfe location: New Jersey date approved: 7/9/2020 last visited: never |
view gallery |  Bay Avenue Night Life - Somers Point NJ
in New Jersey Historical Markers Gateway Casino, Tony Mart’s Bay Shores, Steel’s Ship Bar were all located at this end of Bay Avenue. posted by: Don.Morfe location: New Jersey date approved: 7/9/2020 last visited: never |
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