Twin Maples

Twin Maples is a neoclassical estate in Summit, New Jersey, distinguished by a full-height porch supported by classical columns. The building at Edgewood Road displays the characteristic formality and balanced proportions typical of neoclassical design.

The estate was designed in 1908 by Alfred F. Norris, a prominent architect from New York and Montclair. It gained recognition on the National Register of Historic Places in 1997 after being acquired by the Fortnightly Club in 1949.

The name Twin Maples refers to two large maple trees that define the property and give it a distinctive feature. These trees form part of the character that visitors notice when entering the grounds.

The property is available for rent for meetings and special events, with management handled by the Fortnightly Club. Visitors should inquire in advance since the site is not always open for casual public viewing.

The site participates in Union County's Four Centuries in a Weekend tour, a guided route connecting historic places across the region. This allows visitors to explore the estate within the context of other significant buildings in the area.

Location: New Jersey

Architectural style: neoclassicism

GPS coordinates: 40.71720,-74.35000

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:14