Garfield Tea House

Garfield Tea House is a wooden structure on the grounds of St. James Chapel, constructed using railroad ties as building material while maintaining its original architectural details. The building stands near the Atlantic Ocean and forms part of the Long Branch Historical Museum complex.

The tea house was built in 1881 from railroad ties taken from tracks that had carried President James Garfield during his final days in Long Branch. This choice of materials directly links the building to the president's time spent at the shore.

The structure marks a time when United States presidents visited New Jersey shores and attended services at the nearby St. James Chapel. It shows how this location once held connections to the nation's highest political circles.

The building is located near 1260 Ocean Avenue in close proximity to the Atlantic Ocean. It is easily reached as part of visiting the other buildings within the Long Branch Historical Museum complex.

An original railroad tie serves as the ridgepole supporting the roof of this memorial building. This unusual use of material creates a tangible link between the structure and a pivotal moment in American history.

Location: New Jersey

GPS coordinates: 40.26260,-73.99040

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:02