Liberty Corner, New Jersey facts for kids
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Liberty Corner, New Jersey
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 Liberty Corner, New Jersey
Location in Somerset County, New Jersey
Liberty Corner, New Jersey
Location in New Jersey
Liberty Corner, New Jersey
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  New Jersey |
| County | Somerset |
| Township | Bernards |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.93 sq mi (5.00 km2) |
| • Land | 1.92 sq mi (4.98 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.02 km2) |
| Elevation | 236 ft (72 m) |
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| • Total | 1,877 |
| • Density | 976.59/sq mi (377.00/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−05:00 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−04:00 (EDT) |
| ZIP Code |
07938
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| Area code(s) | 908 |
| FIPS code | 34-40140 |
| GNIS feature ID | 877746 |
Liberty Corner is a small community in New Jersey, located in Somerset County. It's part of Bernards Township. This area is known as an "unincorporated community" and a "census-designated place" (CDP). This means it's a recognized area for gathering population data, but it doesn't have its own separate local government like a town or city.
Liberty Corner is about 3.75 miles south of Bernardsville. It has its own post office with the ZIP code 07938. A special part of the community, called the Liberty Corner Historic District, was recognized for its historical importance in 1991.
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Community Population Facts
In 2020, the population of Liberty Corner was 1,877 people.
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| 2020 | 1,877 | — | |
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Exploring Liberty Corner's Past
How Liberty Corner Got Its Name
Back in 1722, this area was first known as "Annin's Corner." It was named after a main landowner, John Annin. During the American Revolution, the name was changed to "Liberty Corner." This new name showed the strong desire for freedom during that time.
French Army Camp in Liberty Corner
On August 29, 1781, an important event happened here. The First Brigade of the French Army, called the Expédition Particulière, camped in Liberty Corner. They stayed near Bullion's Tavern. This army was led by the French general Comte de Rochambeau.
They were on their way to Yorktown, Virginia, for a major battle. The very next day, they continued their march to a campground in Millstone. The American Continental Army also marched nearby, helping with this important joint effort.
Bonnie Brae School: A Place for Boys
The Bonnie Brae School for boys is located in this area. It started in 1916 as a "working farm" for boys. It was originally an orphanage, providing a home and education. Today, the school helps boys who have faced emotional challenges.
Liberty Corner Historic District
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Liberty Corner Historic District
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Eclectic Revival style house
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| Location | Roughly, junction of Church Street and Valley and Lyons Roads, and area West and Southwest |
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| Area | 142.3 acres (57.6 ha) |
| Built | 1869 |
| Built by | James A. Goltra |
| Architectural style | Colonial Revival, Italianate, Queen Anne |
| NRHP reference No. | 91001477 |
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| Added to NRHP | October 11, 1991 |
The Liberty Corner Historic District is a special area in the village. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places on October 11, 1991. This district is important because it shows how the community developed. It also features interesting architecture from 1865 to 1935.
Education in Liberty Corner
Liberty Corner is home to Liberty Corner Elementary School. This school was built around 1904. It is the oldest school in the Bernards Township School District. It used to teach students from first to eighth grade. In 2018, it taught about 550 students from kindergarten to fifth grade.
Places to Visit in Liberty Corner
- The United States Golf Association and the USGA Museum are located here. This is a great place to learn about the history of golf!
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Historic district
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Eclectic Revival style house
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Liberty Corner Elementary School
Famous People from Liberty Corner
Some notable people have lived in or are connected to Liberty Corner:
- The Kienast quintuplets were born in 1970. They lived in Liberty Corner from shortly after their birth until at least 1984.
- William Henry Johnson, also known as Zip the Pinhead, was born here sometime before 1858.
