Harbourton, New Jersey facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Harbourton, New Jersey
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Old village store in Harbourton.
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 Harbourton, New Jersey
Location in Mercer County, New Jersey
Harbourton, New Jersey
Location in New Jersey
Harbourton, New Jersey
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  New Jersey |
| County | Mercer |
| Township | Hopewell |
| Elevation | 331 ft (101 m) |
| GNIS feature ID | 876941 |
Harbourton is a small, quiet community in Hopewell Township, Mercer County, New Jersey. It's not a big city or town, but a special kind of community called an unincorporated community. You can find it along County Route 579. A big part of Harbourton is its Historic District, which was recognized as important in 1974.
Exploring Harbourton's History
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Harbourton Historic District
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| Location | Junction of Harbourton/Rocktown and Harbourton/Mt. Airy Roads |
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| Area | 7 acres (2.8 ha) |
| Architectural style | Carpenter Gothic |
| NRHP reference No. | 74001167 |
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| Added to NRHP | December 31, 1974 |
The Harbourton Historic District is a special area that covers about 7 acres. It includes the community where Harbourton/Rocktown and Harbourton/Mt. Airy Roads meet. This district was added to the National Register of Historic Places on December 31, 1974.
Why is it Historic?
The district is important for a few reasons. It shows how people lived and worked in the past. This includes how they farmed (agriculture), the style of their buildings (architecture), and how they bought and sold goods (commerce).
Important Buildings
The historic district has seven buildings that help tell its story.
- The Old Village Store: The oldest part of this store was built way back in 1768! It was a busy store until 1962. Now, it's a private home.
- The Baptist Church: This church has a unique building style called Carpenter Gothic. It looks a bit like older, grander churches but is made with wood, giving it a charming, detailed look.
