Warren County, New Jersey
Allamuchy Freight House
Allen, Jacob C., House
Asbury Historic District
Beattystown
Belvidere Historic District
Blair Presbyterial Academy
Blairstown Historic District
Bowerstown Historic District
Centenary Collegiate Institute
Delaware Historic District
Fairview Schoolhouse
Finesville-Seigletown Historic District
First Methodist Episcopal Church
Great Meadows Railroad Station
Hixson-Mixsell House
Hixson-Skinner Mill Complex
Hope District
Hunt, George, House
Imlaydale Historic District
Johnsonburg Historic District
Kennedy House and Mill
Lander-Stewart Mansion and Stites Building
Miller Farmstead
Mount Bethel Methodist Church
Oxford Furnace
Oxford Industrial Historic District
Perry-Petty Farmstead
Phillipsburg Commercial Historic District
Pleasant Valley Historic District
Port Colden Historic District
Port Murray Historic District
Ramsaysburg Homestead
Richey, John, House
Roseberry, John, Homestead
Rutherford Hall
Seigle Homestead
Shippen Manor
Spring Valley Christian Church Site
St. James Lutheran Church and Cemetery
St. Luke's Episcopal Church
Van Nest-Hoff-Vannatta Farmstead
Vass Farmstead
Warrington Stone Bridge
Washington Railroad Station
A World Class Ecosystem
Allamuch Freight House
Beattystown Historic District
Belvidere
Blair Academy
Blairstown Historic District
Blairstown Hotel
Blue Ridge Post 164 World War I Memorial
Bluestone Sidewalks
Branigans Pharmacy
Bullman Street Stairway
Carpentersville
Civil War Mortar
Coles Grist Mill
Company Store
County Park
Court House
Dale Estate
Delaware Village Historic District
Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Railroad
Dr. John C. Johnson Residence
Early Industry
Edison Portland Cement Company
Edward R. Bodogh Sr.
Eugene Gannon
Famous Milestone
Finesville
First Methodist Episcopal Church
First Presbyterian Church of Blairstown
First Presbyterian Church of Oxford
Flatiron Building
Foundry
Franklin Township Veterans Monument
General William Maxwell
Greenwich Township Veterans Monument
Grist Mill
Hackettstown Civil War Monument
Hackettstown Vietnam Memorial
Historic Second Presbyterian Church
Honor Roll
Hughesville
Hunts Meadow
Inclined Plane / Morris Canal Inclined Plane No 9 West
James Campbell
Jersey Central Lines
John Nicoll
Johnsonburg
Kenneth I. Mace
Kenneth "Red" Vandegrift
Kittatinny Point
Korean War Memorial
Lander-Stewart Mansion
Logg Gaol
Lt. and Mrs. Robert Wilson
Mansfield Township Veterans Monument
Mary Catherine Phillips
McCullough House
Memorial Hall
Methodist Church of Asbury
Morris Canal
Morris Canal
Morris Canal - Lock 10 West
Morris Canal Bread Lock No 7 West
Morris Canal Bridge No. 2
Morris Canal Greenway
Musconetcong River Valley Double Lime Kiln
Old Academy
Old Greenwich Cemetery
Old Presbyterian Burial Ground
Oxford Furnace
Oxford Furnace #1
Oxford Furnace Memorial
Oxford House / Wall Street
Phillipsburg
Phillipsburg & South Main Street
Phillipsburg Civil War Memorial
Pioneer Methodist Bishop Francis Asbury
Pohatcong
Pohatcong Township Veterans Monument
Pohatcong Township Vietnam Memorial
Presbyterian Manse
Revolutionary Army Route
Revolutionary Artillery Site
Riegelsville Historic District
Roys Hall
Rutherfurd Hall
S.A. Comstock Building
Sea Wolf
Seigletown
Shackletown
Shippen Manor
Simeon Cook Residence
Springtown
St. Rose of Lima R.C. Church
Stites - Thomas Store
Stites-Lander Townhouse
Sunfish Pond
The Concrete Mile
The Mill
The Old Mill
The Plenge Archaeological Site
The Rainbow Confectionery
The Shoe Tree
The Water Works
Timberswamp Farm
U.S.S. Maine Memorial
Union Cemetery Memorial to the Unknown Dead
Union Square Hotel
Veterans Memorial
Vietnam Conflict Memorial
Vietnam Memorial
Warren County Purple Heart Monument
Warren County Veterans Monument
William Henry Walters
Winter & Co.
World War I Memorial
World War II Memorial
World War II Memorial
During the Revolutionary War, Warren County played a significant role in shaping the outcome of the conflict. The area witnessed several key battles and skirmishes, including the infamous Battle of Monmouth in 1778. Many important figures from the revolution, such as George Washington and Alexander Hamilton, traversed through the county during this time. The war left a lasting impact on the region, with numerous historic sites and landmarks still standing today.
The 19th century saw the rise of industry in Warren County, particularly in the form of iron mining and manufacturing. The county became renowned for its vast iron ore deposits and numerous ironworks. This industrial boom led to population growth and the establishment of towns such as Phillipsburg and Hackettstown. However, as the demand for iron declined in the late 19th century, the county's economy began to shift towards agriculture and tourism.
In the 20th century, Warren County experienced periods of both growth and decline. The construction of major highways, such as Route 78 and Route 80, brought increased accessibility to the region, leading to a surge in suburban development in the post-World War II era. However, this growth also brought challenges like urban sprawl and loss of rural landscapes. Yet, Warren County has managed to preserve its natural beauty and historical significance, attracting visitors with its outdoor recreational opportunities and historic sites. Today, Warren County continues to evolve, combining its rich past with a vision for the future.
Brief timeline of the history of Warren County, New Jersey:
- Prehistoric times - Native Americans, including the Lenape tribe, inhabit the area
- 1694 - The first European settlement is established in what is now Warren County
- 1753 - Warren County is officially formed as part of Hunterdon County
- 1824 - Warren County becomes its own separate county
- 1839 - The Morris Canal, an important transportation route, reaches its terminus in Warren County
- Late 19th century - The iron industry becomes a major part of the county's economy
- Early 20th century - Agriculture and tourism continue to grow, with attractions like the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area becoming popular
- 1950s - 1970s - Urbanization and industrialization lead to significant population growth in the county
- Present - Warren County is known for its mix of rural charm and modern amenities, attracting residents and visitors alike
This timeline provides a glimpse into the major events and milestones that have shaped the history of Warren County, New Jersey.