SOLITUDE HOUSE MUSEUM

HIGH BRIDGE, NJ

Solitude House Museum is a historic house museum located in High Bridge, New Jersey. The museum is housed in a two-story stone building that was constructed in 1720 and was once the home of John Taylor, a prominent early settler of the area. The building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is a well-preserved example of early American architectural design.

The museum showcases the history of the High Bridge area, including the early settlers, Native American tribes, and the local iron mining and manufacturing industries. Visitors can explore the various rooms of the house, which are furnished with period pieces and artifacts that provide a glimpse into life during the 18th and 19th centuries.

In addition to the house itself, the museum grounds feature a restored 19th-century one-room schoolhouse, a blacksmith shop, and a barn. The property also includes a nature trail that winds through the surrounding woods and provides scenic views of the nearby river.

Solitude House Museum is open to the public from May through October and offers guided tours and special events throughout the year. It is a popular destination for history buffs, school groups, and anyone interested in learning about the rich history of High Bridge and the surrounding area.

SOLITUDE HOUSE MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in HIGH BRIDGE NJ. US MID #8403400012

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mid-Atlantic (District of Columbia, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania).

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SOLITUDE HOUSE MUSEUM
7 RIVER RD
HIGH BRIDGE
NJ
08829

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