Boxwood Hall State Historic Site — Attraction in Elizabeth

Stop #4 on our Revolutionary New Jersey tour! Using the map from the Crossroads of the American Revolution, we will attempt to visit all 59 places in NJ that “witnessed the Revolutionary War - the buildings, battlefields, homes and encampments, starting with “The Cockpit of the Revolution” (20 places). This was a short visit, as the site was closed (even though we were there during posted open times). I suggest calling ahead to make sure there will be someone there if you want to tour the site. Outside, there are posted signs depicting historic points. One can also visit several historic sites nearby, as Elizabeth was a major Revolutionary War site. We parked on the street, though there may be parking behind the Hall, but it’s not...

We very much enjoyed our hour here. Catherine, the tour guide, knows and shares so much history this home has. Don't let the exterior fool you - the interior is beautiful, and this home has many stories from the birth and early years of our nation. I was especially impressed with how the community saved the home from the wrecking ball nearly a...

Super cute old house. You can park right through the narrow alley in the back, go through the back door up the ramp. Probably takes 30 minutes to take a tour of the first and second floors from the lady. Say hi to the big orange cat, Puff Daddy, on...