Red Maple Farm, Historic house in South Brunswick, US
Red Maple Farm is a historic house with outbuildings on Raymond Road, west of the Monmouth Junction section. The property includes a main dwelling, a smokehouse, and a barn arranged across the land.
The house was built in 1740 by Joachim Gulick, whose family operated a stage coach line. The family maintained ownership of the property until 1901.
The property served as a shelter on the Underground Railroad, offering safety to people seeking freedom. The family who lived here participated in a network that helped these journeys to safety.
The site sits along the former King's Highway between Princeton and New Brunswick, making it easy to locate. Visitors can explore the buildings and grounds to understand the area's history and rural character.
The property lay on a major route where stage coaches transported passengers and goods between two important towns. This location made it a stopping point in the daily movement of people and commerce.
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