UPDATES: 7/2010: In 2004, the Rotary Club of Fanwood-Scotch Plains assumed responsibility for the restoration of the house in 2004, which is still underway. The restoration has relied upon several different sources of funding. A $22,824 NJ Historic Trust grant funded archeological testing, the ... » Learn More about Betty Frazee House
2000 Ten Most Endangered Historic Places in NJ
Hackett-Strang House
DESCRIPTION: This three-story brick house was built in 1864 for the Joseph R. Hackett family, owners of a large farm. It is an important local example of the home of a mid nineteenth-century prosperous farmer. It stands in an agricultural area of more than 2000 acres that the Salem County ... » Learn More about Hackett-Strang House
Morris – Saltar – Hartshorne – Tredwell House
DESCRIPTION: This house is one of only two 18th century buildings left in Rumson, but more importantly, it represents Rumson’s and Monmouth County’s history, as well as important links to significant 18th and 19th century NewYork City families. Architecturally the house still retains a high degree ... » Learn More about Morris – Saltar – Hartshorne – Tredwell House
Washington Road Elm Allee
DESCRIPTION: Acting as an entrance to Princeton Township and Borough, the completion of Elm Allee occurred after finishing man-made Carnegie Lake. The roadway was lined with American Elms and is recognized today as one of the finest examples of planned town entrances. The Alley is threatened by the ... » Learn More about Washington Road Elm Allee
Hudson and Manhattan Railroad Powerhouse
UPDATES: 03/04 The Powerhouse was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in November 2001. Preservation advocates continue to lobby for its listing on the New Jersey Register and also for the owners to undertake a restoration with a suitable adaptive use for this property which retains ... » Learn More about Hudson and Manhattan Railroad Powerhouse
Piersons Mill
UPDATES: 4/00 Garden State Press report that Architect Mark Carelli, Maplewood resident, and partners signed contract to purchase and pledge to preserve exterior appearance; contingent upon approval of property subdivisions to expand space around mill; plans for mill to become architect's office ... » Learn More about Piersons Mill
Ferracute Machine Company
UPDATES: 5/2000: The city of Bridgeton has hired United Architects to examine Ferracute and other sites; Tri-County Community Action interested in building new senior housing on the Ferracute site; city will receive $1.5 million from NJ Demolition Fund (Hugh McCauley, United Architects); ... » Learn More about Ferracute Machine Company
Sears Roebuck and Company Building
UPDATES: 01/04 The building was purchased for $2.5 million, by a developer who is keen to rehabilitate the property. 02/07 Campbell Soup Co. has expressed interest in expanding its facilities in South Jersey and has been approved by the New Jersey Economic Improvement Authority for millions of ... » Learn More about Sears Roebuck and Company Building
Lustron Homes in New Jersey
UPDATES: 2003: The owner of the Harold Hess Lustron House in Closter has announced plans to demolish the house and subdivide the property into two lots. The Closter HPC has applied for local designation of the Hess House, against the owner’s wishes. 2/2004: The owner of the Harold Hess Lustron ... » Learn More about Lustron Homes in New Jersey
Westside All Wars Memorial
UPDATES: In 2018, the Press of Atlantic City published a photo compilation of Westside All Wars Memorial through the years here. 06/08: The All Wars Memorial Building reopened in April 2008 after a $11 million renovation and expansion jointly funded by Atlantic City and the CRDA. Community ... » Learn More about Westside All Wars Memorial