Newkirk House

The Newkirk House is a two-story building in Jersey City with thick stone walls made of sandstone and brick elements that have endured through centuries. The wooden beams were fastened with large wooden pegs instead of nails, showing how craftspeople of that era built.

The house was built in 1690 and is Jersey City's oldest structure, created during the early period when Dutch settlers explored and populated the region. It dates from the time when European families like the Newkirks established their homes and their lives here.

The house reflects the Dutch settlement that shaped this region and honors the early families who established themselves here. You can see in its construction the influence of the time when Dutch craftspeople brought their own building methods and preferences to the area.

The building is located near Journal Square close to the PATH transit center and is currently not open for visits as it undergoes restoration work. You can easily see and photograph it from outside when walking through the area.

The basement contains original beams rarely found in other houses from this period. The contrast between the larger beams below and the smaller ones above shows a practical building technique aimed at lasting durability.

Location: Jersey City

GPS coordinates: 40.73120,-74.06030

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:09