DESCRIPTION: Historic windows, already one of the most vulnerable elements of historic buildings, are in danger of extinction. Misinformation during the current sustainability campaign has painted historic windows as poster children for inefficiency. As a result, rehabilitators are increasingly ... » Learn More about Historic Windows
2010 Ten Most Endangered Historic Sites in NJ
Trenton Central High School
UPDATES: 05/2010: Trenton's newly-elected Mayor, Tony Mack, has pledged support for rehabilitating Trenton Central High School. 11/2010: New Jersey's newly-elected Governor Christie proposes an overhaul of the Schools Development Authority. Meanwhile, local advocates continue their fight to ... » Learn More about Trenton Central High School
Plume House
DESCRIPTION: Built prior to 1725, The Plume House is Newark’s second oldest extant building. Originally constructed by the Plume family, prominent early Newark settlers, the Dutch Colonial House exhibits local sandstone and hand-hewn timber framing and flooring. A 1874 rear addition brought the ... » Learn More about Plume House
Hurstmont
UPDATES: 3/1/2011: Hurstmont has SOLD! Details are still forthcoming- we'll keep you apprised... 5/2011: Hustrmont has been purchased by architect Peter Dorne, who has announced that he plans to rehabilitate the estate into a boutique hotel. The Harding Township Historic Preservation Commission ... » Learn More about Hurstmont
Hoagland-Clark House
UPDATES: 3/2011: The property was purchased by South Brunswick-area developer Michael Sassman in October 2010. He began work on the house immediately and expects to complete restoration in July 2011. He has completed numerous historic property restorations and rehabilitations in South Brunswick and ... » Learn More about Hoagland-Clark House
Graydon Pool
UPDATES: 6/10: It appears that the recent change in Village Council, combined with municipal fiscal constraints, has put the proposal to modernize Graydon Pool on hold indefinitely. The Village's recent layoff of 27 employees was cited at a June 9 meeting as evidence that limited finances would ... » Learn More about Graydon Pool
Historic Diners of New Jersey
DESCRIPTION: The historic diner is an icon of mid-20th century America. As the automobile became commonplace and highways linked all parts of the U.S., facilities catering to “car culture” became big business. The diner was one of the most prolific. Classic prefabricated diners sport outlandish and ... » Learn More about Historic Diners of New Jersey
Bridgeton Free Public Library
UPDATES: 9/2010: Save the Library!'s hard work is paying off. Repair and repointing of the masonry in the Bridgeton Free Public Library's east wall were completed during September, funded entirely by contributions to Save the Library! The group continues to work to raise $100,000 in matching funds ... » Learn More about Bridgeton Free Public Library
Blue Chapel
UPDATES: 9/2010: Local advocates have started a Yahoo! group aimed at increasing communication and encouraging action toward preservation of the Blue Chapel: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/savethebluechapel/links/. They continue to work with local municipal leaders. 11/2010: Union City has ... » Learn More about Blue Chapel
The 1759 Vought House
UPDATES: 11/2010: 1759 Vought House has applied for a New Jersey Historic Trust grant to fund initial planning for emergency stabilization of the property. 3/2011: 1759 Vought House, Inc. has secured a $30,000 New Jersey Historic Trust grant to help fund the preparation of a prioritized ... » Learn More about The 1759 Vought House