Wilburtha, New Jersey facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Wilburtha, New Jersey
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Homes at the intersection of Blackwood Drive and Wilburtha Road in the Wilburtha section of Ewing, New Jersey
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 Wilburtha, New Jersey
Location in Mercer County, New Jersey
Wilburtha, New Jersey
Location in New Jersey
Wilburtha, New Jersey
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  New Jersey |
| County | Mercer |
| Township | Ewing |
| Elevation | 62 ft (19 m) |
| GNIS feature ID | 881825 |
Wilburtha is a small community located in Ewing Township, which is in Mercer County, New Jersey. It's not a separate town, but a part of Ewing Township. Wilburtha is special because it's one of the oldest places in Ewing Township.
It grew up around the Delaware and Raritan Canal, a historic waterway. For a long time, a bridge called the Yardley–Wilburtha Bridge connected Wilburtha to Yardley, Pennsylvania, across the Delaware River.
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Discovering Wilburtha
Wilburtha is found where Wilburtha Road crosses the Delaware and Raritan Canal. This canal was very important in the 1800s for moving goods. The community developed because of the canal's construction.
How Wilburtha Got Its Name
Before 1883, this area was known by a different name: Greensburg. In 1883, the community officially changed its name to Wilburtha. This new name has been used ever since.
Wilburtha's Past Connections
In the past, Wilburtha was a busy place for transportation. The Belvidere Delaware Railroad used to run through the village. This railroad helped connect Wilburtha to other towns and cities.
The Yardley–Wilburtha Bridge was another important link. It allowed people and goods to travel between New Jersey and Pennsylvania. This bridge was a key part of the community's history.
Life in Wilburtha Today
Today, Wilburtha is mostly a quiet place where people live. You'll find many single-family homes here. Most of these houses were built between the 1950s and the early 1980s.
Even though many homes are newer, you can still see older houses. Some homes in Wilburtha are built in the Georgian and Federal styles. These styles are known for their classic and grand designs.
