Siloam, New Jersey facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Siloam, New Jersey
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Intersection of CR 527 and Ely Harmony Road
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Country | United States |
State | New Jersey |
County | Monmouth |
Township | Freehold |
Elevation | 144 ft (44 m) |
Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
• Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
Area code(s) | 732/848 |
GNIS feature ID | 880593 |
Siloam is an unincorporated community located within Freehold Township in Monmouth County, New Jersey, United States. Siloam was once the site of a school serving a district in the township until 1936. County Route 527 passes through the center of Siloam. Exit 21 on Interstate 195 provides access to Siloam from the south. Except around the center of the settlement at the junction of CR 527 and Ely Harmony Road, the area consists of forests comprising the northernmost reaches of the Pine Barrens. The homes in the area are smaller in size and are found only along the aforementioned roads.
Images for kids
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Moore's Tavern in the historic district of West Freehold. A mainstay in the township since 1787
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This 18th Century home, also known as the Craig House, was quartered by British troops during the Battle of Monmouth
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Manasquan River flows through the township
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During the autumn months, hayrides and apple picking (as pictured here) are among many popular recreational activities for township residents, along with nearby residents traveling from North Jersey and New York
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The West Freehold neighborhood of Freehold Township
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Rhea-Applegate Farmhouse on Monmouth Battlefield, 2021
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Jewish Heritage Museum at Mounts Corner, 2021
See also
In Spanish: Municipio de Freehold (Nueva Jersey) para niños