Hoffmans, New Jersey facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Hoffmans, New Jersey
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Houses by Hoffman's Crossing Road Bridge and the South Branch Raritan River
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 Hoffmans, New Jersey
Location in Hunterdon County, New Jersey
Hoffmans, New Jersey
Location in New Jersey
Hoffmans, New Jersey
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  New Jersey |
| County | Hunterdon |
| Township | Lebanon |
| Named for | Issac H. Hoffman |
| Elevation | 469 ft (143 m) |
| GNIS feature ID | 877155 |
Hoffmans, also known as Hoffman's Crossing, is a small community in New Jersey. It is found in Lebanon Township, Hunterdon County. You can find it along Hoffman's Crossing Road and the South Branch Raritan River. It's about 1.5 miles from Califon. A main road, County Route 513 (High Bridge-Califon Road), goes through the community. The Hunterdon County Educational Services Commission (HCESC) has a school campus here.
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A Look Back: Hoffmans' History
Hoffmans gets its name from Issac H. Hoffman. He lived from 1862 to 1959. Issac was a farmer, a banker, and a businessman. He ran a sawmill and a factory that made peach baskets right here.
In 1876, a train line called the High Bridge Branch started running through Hoffmans. This was part of the Central Railroad of New Jersey (CNJ).
Cool Places to Explore in Hoffmans
The Columbia Trail
The Columbia Trail is a great path that goes right through Hoffmans. It connects to the beautiful Ken Lockwood Gorge nearby. It's perfect for walking, biking, or just enjoying nature.
Hoffman's Crossing Road Bridge
The Hoffman's Crossing Road Bridge is a special bridge built in 1898. It is a type of bridge called a Pratt thru truss. This bridge is so important that it was added to the New Jersey Register of Historic Places in 1999.
Hunterdon Art Museum Programs
The Hunterdon Art Museum offers fun and creative programs in Hoffmans. These programs focus on "Earth Based Arts" and "Nature-Themed" activities. They take place at the HCESC campus in Hoffman's Crossing.
