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Colonial Park |
Mettlers
Road Tel:
(908) 722-1200 Colonial Park was once a private farm owned by Udo Fleischmann where he raised and trained horses. The original barn was destroyed by fire and was replaced by a concrete barn, one of the first concrete structures built in the United States. The park offers a spectacular variety of horticultural features, including the Rudolph van der Groot Rose Garden (including a sensory and fragrance garden), perennial garden and arboretum. Recreational facilities include hiking, picnicking, fishing, tennis, playgrounds, paddle boats, putting course and a leash-free dog area. |
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The
Meadows Foundation Tel:
(732) 873-5244 Originally, this building was a Dutch farmhouse built in the early part of the 18th century for the Van Liew family. An addition constructed in 1734 turned it into a tavern that served travelers on the stagecoach route from New York to Philadelphia. In 1752 the tavern became known as the Franklin Inn. During the American Revolution, British General Cornwallis made the house his headquarters for five days while his troops camped nearby in what is now Colonial Park. A large selection of used books is available for sale and the proceeds are used for restoration and maintenance of the Inn. |
The Franklin Inn |
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110. The Blackwells Mills Canal House · HS The
Meadows Foundation Tel:
(732) 873-2133 A Delaware & Raritan Canal bridge tender's house, this two-story, four-room stone building was constructed around 1835. Bridge tenders opened the swing bridge to allow barges carrying lumber and coal, plus other canal boats, to pass. Restored in the 1970s, the house is now used for meetings and public events. |
The Blackwells Mills Canal House |
