Holland Township, New Jersey facts for kids
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Holland Township, New Jersey
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Holland Presbyterian Church, built 1849
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Location of Holland Township in Hunterdon County highlighted in yellow (right). Inset map: Location of Hunterdon County in New Jersey highlighted in black (left).
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Census Bureau map of Holland Township, New Jersey
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 Holland Township, New Jersey
Location in Hunterdon County, New Jersey
Holland Township, New Jersey
Location in New Jersey
Holland Township, New Jersey
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
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| State |  New Jersey |
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| County |  Hunterdon |
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| Incorporated | April 13, 1874 | |
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| • Type | Township | |
| • Body | Township Committee | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 23.97 sq mi (62.08 km2) | |
| • Land | 23.47 sq mi (60.78 km2) | |
| • Water | 0.50 sq mi (1.30 km2) 2.09% | |
| Area rank | 116th of 565 in state 10th of 26 in county |
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| Elevation | 381 ft (116 m) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 5,177 | |
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5,208 | |
| • Rank | 372nd of 565 in state 7th of 26 in county |
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| • Density | 220.6/sq mi (85.2/km2) | |
| • Density rank | 498th of 565 in state 17th of 26 in county |
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| Time zone | UTC−05:00 (Eastern (EST)) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−04:00 (Eastern (EDT)) | |
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| Area code(s) | 908 | |
| FIPS code | 3401932460 | |
| GNIS feature ID | 0882185 | |
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Holland Township is a community in Hunterdon County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey. It's called a "township," which is a type of local government area. In 2020, about 5,177 people lived here.
Holland Township is in the northwestern part of Hunterdon County. The Delaware River forms its border with Pennsylvania. The Musconetcong River creates its border with Warren County. The township was first formed on April 13, 1874. It was named by Dutch settlers, after their home country, Holland.
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Exploring Holland Township's Geography
Holland Township covers about 23.97 square miles (62.08 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water.
Neighboring Towns and Rivers
The township shares borders with several other towns. In Hunterdon County, it borders Alexandria Township, Bethlehem Township, and Milford. It also borders Pohatcong Township in Warren County. Across the Delaware River in Pennsylvania, it borders Bridgeton Township, Durham Township, Nockamixon Township, and Riegelsville.
Local Communities in Holland Township
Within Holland Township, you'll find several smaller communities and places. These include Amsterdam, Finesville, Hughesville, Little York, Mount Joy, Riegel Ridge, Spring Mills, and Warren Paper Mills.
Population and People of Holland Township
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 1,886 | — | |
| 1890 | 1,704 | −9.7% | |
| 1900 | 1,652 | −3.1% | |
| 1910 | 1,699 | 2.8% | |
| 1920 | 911 | * | −46.4% |
| 1930 | 994 | 9.1% | |
| 1940 | 1,150 | 15.7% | |
| 1950 | 1,341 | 16.6% | |
| 1960 | 2,495 | 86.1% | |
| 1970 | 3,587 | 43.8% | |
| 1980 | 4,593 | 28.0% | |
| 1990 | 4,892 | 6.5% | |
| 2000 | 5,124 | 4.7% | |
| 2010 | 5,291 | 3.3% | |
| 2020 | 5,177 | −2.2% | |
| 2023 (est.) | 5,208 | −1.6% | |
| Population sources: 1880–1920 1880–1890 1890–1910 1910–1930 1940–2000 2000 2010 2020 * = Lost territory in previous decade. |
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In 2010, there were 5,291 people living in Holland Township. This population was spread across 1,972 households. Most people (97.62%) identified as White. About 2.68% of the population was of Hispanic or Latino background.
Age Groups in the Township
The population includes people of all ages. About 24.1% of the people were under 18 years old. About 16.0% were 65 years old or older. The average age in the township was 44.5 years.
Parks and Outdoor Fun
Holland Township offers a great place for outdoor activities.
Musconetcong Gorge Nature Preserve
The Musconetcong Gorge Nature Preserve is a large park covering 523 acres. It's managed by the Hunterdon County Parks and Recreational System. This preserve has steep, wooded hills overlooking the Musconetcong River. You can find many spring-fed streams, different kinds of plants, and wildlife here. Some trails are challenging, but new ones are being made for easier hikes.
Education in Holland Township
Students in Holland Township attend public schools managed by two different school districts.
Holland Township Elementary School
Younger students, from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade, go to Holland Township Elementary School. This school is part of the Holland Township School District. In the 2018–19 school year, there were 530 students and about 57 teachers. This means there were about 9 students for every teacher.
Delaware Valley Regional High School
For high school, students in ninth through twelfth grades attend Delaware Valley Regional High School. Students from nearby towns like Alexandria Township, Frenchtown, Kingwood Township, and Milford also go to this school. In 2018–19, the high school had 721 students and about 68 teachers.
Vocational School Options
Eighth-grade students in Hunterdon County can also apply to the Hunterdon County Vocational School District. This district offers special programs for careers and technical skills. These programs are at campuses in Raritan Township and at some local high schools. Students do not have to pay tuition to attend these programs.
Getting Around Holland Township
Holland Township has many roads that help people travel.
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As of 2010, the township had about 62.58 miles of roads. Most of these roads (45.73 miles) are kept up by the township itself. The county maintains the other 16.85 miles.
Main Roads
The main road that goes through Holland Township is County Route 519. For faster travel, the closest major highway is Interstate 78/U.S. Route 22. This highway is in the neighboring town of Pohatcong Township in Warren County.
Famous People from Holland Township
People who have lived in or are connected to Holland Township include:
- Connie Myers (born 1944): A politician who served in the New Jersey General Assembly. She represented the 23rd Legislative District from 1996 to 2006.
Interesting Places to Visit
Holland Township is home to a unique landmark.
Volendam Windmill Museum
The Volendam Windmill Museum is a special working windmill. It uses wind power to grind raw grain into flour. This impressive structure is 60 feet (18 meters) tall and has seven stories. Its sail arms stretch 68 feet (21 meters) from tip to tip. Paul and May Jorgenson designed and built the windmill in 1965. They got their ideas from windmills they saw in Denmark and the Netherlands. The windmill is located on the 127-acre Charlie Brown Christmas Tree Farm.
See also
In Spanish: Municipio de Holland (Nueva Jersey) para niños
