National Register of Historic Places listings in New Jersey facts for kids
New Jersey is home to many amazing historic places! These special spots are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This list helps protect buildings, sites, and objects that are important to American history.
There are over 1,700 historic places in New Jersey on this list. Some of them, 58 to be exact, are even more special. They are called National Historic Landmarks. This means they are super important to the history of the entire United States. Every one of New Jersey's 21 counties has places listed on the National Register.
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New Jersey's Historic Places
What is the National Register?
The National Register of Historic Places is like a special club for old buildings, battlefields, and other important sites. It's run by the United States government. When a place is added to the Register, it means it has a unique story about our past.
Being on the Register helps protect these places. It also makes people more aware of their history. It's a way to make sure these important sites are around for future generations, like you, to learn from and enjoy.
Historic Sites by County
New Jersey has many historic places spread across all its counties. The table below shows how many sites are listed in each county. These numbers are updated often, so they might change a little over time. They help us see which parts of New Jersey have the most historic treasures!
The Margate elephant, Atlantic County
Labor Bank Building, Hudson County
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Ritz Theatre, Camden County
Cape May Historic District, Cape May County
Ship John Shoal Light Station, Cumberland County
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Neshanic Mills, Somerset County
