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Address: Stone St and College Ave, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
With branches in New Brunswick/Piscataway, Camden, and Newark, the State University of New Jersey is an educational powerhouse. It began as a college in 1766 and enveloped other universities through the years to become the centralized institution it is today. Along with its many degree programs, high-quality...
Six Flags Great Adventure & Wild Safari
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Address: 1 Six Flags Blvd, Jackson, NJ 08527
This favorite theme park boasts 72 rides, the most of any park in the world. Don't miss the incredible Kingda Ka, a hydraulic-launch rollercoaster that accelerates riders to speeds over 100mph in mere seconds. Extended seasonal hours may apply, so call ahead for details.
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Address: 158 Nassau St, Princeton, NJ 08542
This Georgian home, built in the late 18th-century, now houses the Historical Society of Princeton. The ordered, architecturally-rich brick structure charts the history of Princeton through artifacts, artwork, and informative displays. A library and photographic archives also track the region's past, and a gift shop...
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Address: 354 Stockton St, Princeton, NJ 08542
Built in 1835, this Greek Revival mansion was built by Charles Olden, then-governor of New Jersey. Many years later, after extensive renovations, the structure again serves as the governor's official home. Docent-conducted tours highlight Drumthwacket's architecture, artwork, and grounds. Volunteers also explain how...
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Address: Snowden Ln, Princeton, NJ 08540
Alive with nature and seasonal beauty, this arboretum grants an inviting measure of quiet. The 142-acre site includes a stand of pine woods, along with more than thirty different species of trees. These, of course, are in addition to a wealth of shrubs, wildflowers, and their attendant wildlife. A variety of...
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Address: Washington and Faculty Rds, southern edge of Princeton University, Princeton, NJ 08540
Made possible by the generosity of industrialist Andrew Carnegie, this lake was a boon to Princeton University. When the Delaware & Raritan Canal proved unsatisfactory for the sport, two brothers from the class of 1876 implored Carnegie to create a rowing venue for undergraduates. A dam across Millstone River resulted...
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Address: Lovers Ln, Princeton, NJ 08540
These seventeen acres were private land for many decades until forward-thinking heirs donated them to the city for a public park. The site is a mix of open fields and wooded parcels, ideal for exploring on sunny days. Paved walkways provide access, and picnic areas, a ball field, and a playground add a family-friendly...
McCarter Theatre Center for the Performing Arts
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Address: 91 University Pl, Princeton, NJ 08542
Considered one of the nation's top regional theaters (and with the Tony to prove it!), the McCarter thrives in Princeton's inquisitive, academic atmosphere. Artistic director Emily Mann advocates a two-pronged approach to theater: nurturing new works and reinvigorating classics. The latter often includes updated...
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Address: 55 Stockton St, Princeton, NJ 08542
This mid-18th century Georgian home was originally the home of Richard Stockton, one of the signers of the Declaration of Independence. Stockton's wife, Annis, named the home after a legendary Gaelic kingdom. At one time, Morven was also the residence of New Jersey governors. Restorations completed in 2004 returned...
Princeton Battlefield State Park
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Address: 500 Mercer St, Princeton, NJ 08540
Site of the Battle of Princeton in 1777, this park is now recognized as a national historic landmark. American victories here helped raise spirits for the cause of independence, and General George Washington proved his leadership abilities to the fledgling nation. The Mercer Oak, which gave Princeton Township its...
