Proprietary House, Colonial house in Perth Amboy, US.
The Proprietary House stands as a prominent Georgian architectural structure with symmetrical facades, large chimneys, and intricate woodwork details throughout the building.
Built in 1762, this residence served as the official home for Royal Governors of East Jersey during the colonial period of American history.
The property functions as an educational center where visitors learn about 18th-century American governance through exhibits and historical artifacts.
The house opens for guided tours that showcase original architectural elements and period furnishings while explaining the colonial administration system.
This building remains the only former royal governor's mansion still standing in the original thirteen colonies of the United States.
Location: Perth Amboy
GPS coordinates: 40.50350,-74.26930
Latest update: September 23, 2025 14:24
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