Lansdowne, New Jersey facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Lansdowne, New Jersey
Unincorporated community
Historic house Lansdown
Lansdowne, New Jersey Location in Hunterdon County, New Jersey Show map of Hunterdon County, New Jersey Lansdowne, New Jersey Location in New Jersey Show map of New Jersey Lansdowne, New Jersey Location in the United States Show map of the United States
Country	United States
State	New Jersey
County	Hunterdon
Township	Franklin
Elevation	167 ft (51 m)
GNIS feature ID	877671

Lansdowne (sometimes spelled Landsdown or Lansdown) is a small, unincorporated community. It is located within Franklin Township in Hunterdon County, New Jersey. An "unincorporated community" means it's a place that doesn't have its own separate local government. Instead, it's part of a larger township.

A Look at Lansdowne's History

Lansdowne got its name from a place called Lansdown in England. This community has a rich history tied to some important early residents.

Important People and Places

• Judge Samuel Johnston (1706–1785) was an important person who owned a large estate here. He was a judge, which means he helped make legal decisions.
• His daughter, Mary Oakley Johnston (who passed away in 1771), married Charles Stewart (1729–1800).
• Charles Stewart was a notable politician from New Jersey. He lived in the beautiful mansion called Lansdown. This mansion was built on Judge Johnston's large estate.
• The historic house, Lansdown, is so important that it is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means it's recognized as a special place worth preserving because of its history and architecture.