Eayrestown, New Jersey facts for kids
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Eayrestown, New Jersey
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Bridge Road in Eayrestown
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 Eayrestown, New Jersey
Location in Burlington County, New Jersey
Eayrestown, New Jersey
Location in New Jersey
Eayrestown, New Jersey
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  New Jersey |
| County | Burlington |
| Township | Lumberton |
| Elevation | 52 ft (16 m) |
| Time zone | UTC−05:00 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−04:00 (EDT) |
| GNIS feature ID | 876080 |
Eayrestown is a small, historic place in New Jersey. It is an unincorporated community. This means it's a recognized area, but it doesn't have its own separate local government. Eayrestown is part of Lumberton Township. It is located in Burlington County.
Discovering Eayrestown's Past
Eayrestown has a long and interesting history. It was named after Richard and Elizabeth Eayres. They were the very first settlers to arrive here in the 1600s. This makes Eayrestown the oldest settlement in what is now Lumberton Township.
Early Life and Industries
Life in early Eayrestown was busy. The community grew along the South Branch Rancocas Creek. This creek was important for many reasons. It provided water power for different types of mills.
- Sawmills: These mills used water power to cut logs into lumber. This lumber was used to build homes and other structures.
- Gristmills: Gristmills ground grains like corn and wheat into flour. This flour was essential for making bread and other foods.
Besides the mills, Eayrestown also had a popular picnic grove. People from all around the area would come to enjoy the outdoors. It was a fun spot for families and friends.
Eayrestown Today
Today, Eayrestown looks a bit different. You can still see many farms in the area. These farms help provide food for people nearby. There are also new housing developments. These are neighborhoods where people live. Eayrestown continues to be a quiet and important part of Lumberton Township.
