Buckelew Mansion facts for kids
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Ensley-Mount-Buckalew House
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 Location in Middlesex County, New Jersey
Location in New Jersey
Location in the United States
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| Location | Buckalew Avenue Jamesburg, New Jersey |
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| Built | 1685 |
| Architectural style | Federal |
| NRHP reference No. | 79001507 |
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| Added to NRHP | September 12, 1979 |
The Buckelew Mansion, also known as Lakeview, is a really old and important house in Jamesburg, Middlesex County, New Jersey. Today, it's a museum where you can learn about local history. It's also the main office for the Jamesburg Historical Association.
A Glimpse into History
This amazing house started out very small. In 1685, it was just one single room! Over many years, people kept adding to it. Slowly, it grew into the large 23-room mansion you see today.
A man named James Buckelow moved into the house in 1829 with his new wife. He wanted a bigger home for his growing family. He also wanted it to show his important place in the community. So, he expanded the house, making the single-story building into two stories. Later, in the 1870s, a third story was added, making it even taller.
Because of its long history and special architecture, the mansion was officially recognized in 1979. It was listed on both the New Jersey Register of Historic Places and the National Register of Historic Places. On these lists, it's known as the Ensley-Mount-Buckalew House.
Visiting the Mansion Today
If you visit the Buckelew Mansion, you can step back in time. It's now a museum that shares the stories of Jamesburg and the people who lived there. The Jamesburg Historical Association works hard to preserve this special building and teach others about its past.
