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Isaac Watson Home

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Open for public tours from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM on the second Sunday of April, May, June, September, October, and November.

Built in 1708 by Isaac Watson, the Isaac Watson House is believed to be the oldest home in Mercer County and a rare survivor from the early 18th century. Though not the site of direct conflict, its preservation offers a window into colonial life and the resilience of those who lived through the Revolutionary era. Today, it serves as the Read more...

Howell Living History Farm

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Open Tuesday–Saturday, 10:00 AM–4:00 PM.
Closed on Sundays, Mondays, and Mercer County holidays.

Howell Living History Farm, located in Hopewell Township, NJ, is a working farm that authentically recreates rural life from the late 18th to early 19th centuries. While its educational programs focus on agriculture around the year 1900, the land itself lies within a region deeply involved in the Revolutionary War. Farms like Howell’s were vital to sustaining the Continental Army—supplying Read more...
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First Presbyterian Church of Trenton

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Not open to the public; has been lease to an art program and no longer operating as a church.

Founded in 1712, this church served as a spiritual cornerstone for Trenton’s early settlers during the colonial era. Throughout the Revolutionary War, it became a vital gathering place where patriots united to organize efforts in support of independence. Its enduring presence stands today as a powerful reminder of faith, resilience, and the birth of the United States. Read more...

Drumthwacket

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Public tours are offered on select Wednesdays from September through June, starting at 1:00 PM.

Drumthwacket, now the official residence of the Governor of New Jersey, originated as an 18th-century colonial farmhouse once owned by Charles Smith Olden, whose family lived through the Revolutionary War. The estate embodies the architecture, landownership, and political influence of New Jersey’s Revolutionary-era elite. Today, its preserved grounds and historic structure provide a window into the lives of colonial patriots Read more...
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Clarke House Museum

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Wednesday–Saturday, 10:00 AM–12:00 PM and 1:00 PM–4:00 PM; Sunday, 1:00 PM–4:00 PM.
Please call ahead for information on site closures or special events.

Thomas Clarke acquired 200 acres from his older brother, William, and built this home in 1772. He lived here with his sisters, Sarah and Hannah, and an enslaved woman named Susannah. During the Battle of Princeton, the Clarke House was converted into a field hospital where both American and British soldiers received care — a poignant reminder of the war’s Read more...

Bainbridge House

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The Bainbridge House in Princeton, NJ is temporarily closed for in-person visits. However, its gallery, Art@Bainbridge, remains open with the following hours:

Saturday–Sunday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Monday–Friday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Built in 1766, Bainbridge House stands as one of Princeton’s oldest and most historically significant landmarks. During the Revolutionary War, it served both civic and residential roles before becoming the birthplace of Commodore William Bainbridge, a celebrated naval hero of the early American republic. Today, the house is home to the Historical Society of Princeton, continuing its legacy as a Read more...
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Alexander Douglass House

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Not open for public tours; access is restricted to special events only.

Built around 1760, this historic home once hosted General George Washington and his officers as they planned the counterattack leading to the Second Battle of Trenton. Its close proximity to the Assunpink Creek battlefield makes it a key site in the story of Washington’s strategic brilliance. Today, the preserved home invites visitors to step into the heart of Revolutionary-era decision-making. Read more...

Nassau Hall

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Nassau Hall does not maintain public visiting hours but remains open for university staff and campus activities.

Built in 1756 to house the College of New Jersey (now Princeton University), Nassau Hall played a pivotal role in the American Revolution. When Princeton’s campus became a battlefield, the building suffered heavy damage as it was occupied at different times by both British and American troops. The Battle of Princeton on January 3, 1777, marked a turning point in Read more...
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Old Barracks Museum

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Visit barracks.org for more information.

Year Constructed/Founded: 1758
The Old Barracks Museum preserves the history of a building constructed in 1758 as a French and Indian War military barracks, used as winter quarters for British soldiers. Throughout the Revolutionary War, the Barracks was used for a variety of purposes by both the British and the Americans. British prisoners of war were held in the Officers’ House, four companies Read more...
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Princeton Battlefield State Park

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The park is open Wednesday through Friday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM and on weekends during limited hours. It is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.

Year Constructed/Founded: 1772
These open fields which today are enjoyed by visitors of all ages once witnessed one of the fiercest battles of the American Revolution. American troops under General George Washington surprised and defeated a force of British Regulars on the morning of January 3, 1777. American soldiers, pushed back by a strong British assault, were rallied by Washington who rode his Read more...