Miller Farmstead (Penwell, New Jersey) facts for kids
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Miller Farmstead
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Main farmhouse
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| Area | 108 acres (44 ha) |
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| Architectural style | Greek Revival |
| NRHP reference No. | 88002118 |
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| Added to NRHP | September 11, 1989 |
The Miller Farmstead is a special place in New Jersey. It's called a historic district, which means it's an area with important old buildings and structures. This farmstead is located on Route 57, near Watters Road. It stretches across two counties: Warren County and Hunterdon County.
The farmstead is close to the town of Penwell. It sits high up, looking over the Musconetcong River. This historic area was added to the National Register of Historic Places on September 11, 1989. It's important because of its history in farming, its unique buildings, and its connection to old transportation routes. The farmstead covers about 108 acres (44 hectares). It includes eight main buildings and seven other important structures.
Exploring the Miller Farmstead Buildings
The main farmhouse is a great example of Greek Revival style. This means it looks a bit like ancient Greek temples, with strong, simple shapes. It was probably built a long time ago, in the 1830s or 1840s. You can find this farmhouse right where Route 57 and Watters Road meet.
The Historic Stone Bridge
One of the most interesting parts of the Miller Farmstead is an old stone bridge. It's called the Old Turnpike Road bridge. This bridge has three arches and crosses into Lebanon Township. It was built in 1860 by two people named J.C. Miller and J.A. Skinner. You can even see their names on a marble plaque on the bridge!
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Triple Arch Stone Bridge over the Musconetcong River
