8 Tanner Street (1740) - Haddonfield, NJ
N 39° 53.847 W 075° 02.040
18S E 497093 N 4416375
Large, 3-story box of a building located on a small side street, just across from the town's public library. Today it houses a clock repair shop. Originally, this was a private residence, then it became a tavern, then other commercial uses.
Waymark Code: WM8G65
Location: New Jersey, United States
Date Posted: 03/28/2010
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This house is marked by the historical society as Estaugh Tavern, 1740. Most early to mid-18th century homes are located along Kings Highway. This old home is off the main drag and represents one of the few colonial homes on side streets.
For a more detailed and informed physical description of this site, I have added information from the original nomination form sent to me by John P. Byrne, National Register Database Manager (John_Byrne@nps.gov), Department of the Interior. This narrative was created March 16, 1979, mailed in to Washington, D.C. and evaluated April 18, 1980 and finally approved on July 21, 1982. Thanks to this designation and the efforts of the community to stop developers in the early 70s, Haddonfield is permanently protected and is one of the best example of an intact Colonial America, this area not withstanding.
Historic structure, formally Estaugh Tavern, built about 1740, marked by Historical Society. Front part added about 1850 and is a handsome 3-story frame square house with a large overhang cornice and brackets. Original narrow wood siding, windows have 4 over 4 lights in second and third floors, but bulk windows with divided lights have been added on first floor for shop. Original heavy double paneled entrance door. Tastefully restored and especially compatible with fine antique shop which occupies the building. The 1740 structure may still be seen in the rear with original colonial details intact. --- National Register of Historic Places Inventory -- Haddonfield Historic District Nomination Form
If you have half a mind to explore this waymark and the hundreds of others in this historic area, go to this WEBSITE, you will see where all the free parking in town is located as well as all the other historical areas. There are meters on the west side of the street and for some reason, parking is always available. The streets here are narrow so exercise caution.
If you are interested in learning more about this well-preserved historic district, you are encouraged to visit their WEBSITE.
