Flemington Historic District facts for kids
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Flemington Historic District
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Interior Hunterdon County Courthouse
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 Location in Hunterdon County, New Jersey
Location in New Jersey
Location in the United States
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| Location | Roughly bounded by NJ 12, NJ 31, N. Main, Shields, and Hopewell Aves., Flemington, New Jersey |
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| Built | 1756 |
| Architect | Multiple |
| Architectural style | Late Victorian, Greek Revival, Cottage |
| NRHP reference No. | 80002493 |
| Added to NRHP | September 17, 1980 |
The Flemington Historic District is a special area in Flemington, New Jersey, in Hunterdon County, New Jersey. It's like a time capsule! This district has many old buildings and places that are important to history. These places help us remember what life was like long ago.
This historic district was officially recognized in 1980. It was added to both the New Jersey Register of Historic Places and the National Register of Historic Places. Being on these lists means the district's history and buildings are protected. It helps make sure these important places last for many more years.
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Exploring Flemington's Historic Buildings
The Flemington Historic District is home to several "contributing properties." These are buildings or sites that add to the district's historical importance. Let's take a closer look at some of them.
The Union Hotel
The Union Hotel is a very old building in downtown Flemington. It started as a place where stagecoaches would stop way back in 1814. Imagine horse-drawn carriages pulling up to this spot! The building you see today was built in 1877. For many years, it was a popular hotel and restaurant. It closed in 2008, but it remains an important part of Flemington's past.
Hunterdon County Courthouse
The Hunterdon County Courthouse is another key building in the district. This historic courthouse has seen many important events over the years. It's a grand building where many legal decisions were made. Today, it is still used for county offices. It stands as a symbol of justice and local government in Hunterdon County.
Samuel Fleming House (Fleming Castle)
The Samuel Fleming House, also known as Fleming Castle, is the very first house built in Flemington. It's located at 5 Bonnell Street. This house was built by Samuel Fleming, who was one of the first people to settle in the area. In 2005, the Borough of Flemington bought the house. Now, a group called the Friends of Fleming Castle runs it as a historical museum. You can visit and learn about the early days of Flemington!
