Christine Milcheck shares a list of historical sites in the state that every New Jersey resident makes living here such a privilege and joy.

1. NJ Historical Sites
Christine Milcheck shares some of her favorite
places in New Jersey to get closer to history

2. The Hermitage
Ho Ho Kus
Visited by George Washington and his
staff during the American Revolution.

3. High Point Monument
Sussex
Created and dedicated to the American
servicemen who served in World War I.

4. Grover Cleveland Birthplace
Caldwell
President Grover Cleveland was born in
this house back in 1837.

5. Edison National Historic Site
West Orange
The renowned inventor's laboratory, offices,
and archives are fascinating places to visit.

6. Indian King Tavern
Haddonfield
In 1777, the New Jersey Assembly met here
and approved the Great Seal of NJ.

7. Long Pond Ironworks
West Milford
This facility ran from 166 until 1882, producing iron for all
sorts of uses. Today, its ruins are still a gorgeous landmark.

8. Old Barracks Museum
Trenton
These remnants from the Colonial era is one of
the last standing structures of its kind.

9. Walt Whitman House
Camden
Walt Whitman lived on this property for over
ten years until he passed away in 1982.

10. Boxwood Hall
Elizabeth
Once the home of Elias Boudinot (president of the Continental
Congress), who ratified the peace treaty with the English.

11. Fort Mott
Pennsville
The fortifications which define the aesthetic of the structure
hail back toe the Spanish-American War.