Friesburg, New Jersey facts for kids
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Friesburg, New Jersey
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Philip Fries House, listed on the NRHP
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 Friesburg, New Jersey
Location in Salem County, New Jersey
Friesburg, New Jersey
Location in New Jersey
Friesburg, New Jersey
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  New Jersey |
| County | Salem |
| Township | Alloway |
| Founded | 1748 |
| Named for | Jacob Fries |
| Elevation | 108 ft (33 m) |
| GNIS feature ID | 876535 |
Friesburg is a small, historic community located in Alloway Township. It is part of Salem County in the state of New Jersey. This area is known as an unincorporated community. This means it is a place with a shared identity but without its own separate local government.
What is Friesburg?
Friesburg was established a long time ago, in 1748. In its early days, it was a busy little hub. It had important places like a post office where people sent letters. There was also a creamery for dairy products. A general store sold everyday items. The community also had a sawmill and a blacksmith shop. These businesses were very important for people living there.
Who was Friesburg named after?
The community of Friesburg got its name from a man named Jacob Fries. He was an important person in the early history of the area. Jacob Fries generously donated the land for the Emanuel Lutheran Church. This church became a central part of the community. Jacob Fries is also buried on the church grounds.
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The Philip Fries House, a historic building in Friesburg.
