Plainfield, Urban center in Union County, New Jersey
Located at an elevation of 29 meters, Plainfield extends across residential neighborhoods with various architectural designs from multiple periods.
Established in 1847, Plainfield developed from a rural settlement into a municipal center with structured streets and organized residential districts.
The Plainfield Symphony Orchestra maintains a regular performance schedule, offering classical music concerts that enrich the community's cultural experiences.
Train connections from Plainfield provide direct access to major employment centers in New Jersey and neighboring states through multiple daily services.
The city maintains numerous parks and recreational facilities distributed throughout different neighborhoods, creating green spaces within the urban environment.
Location: Union County
Inception: 1847
Elevation above the sea: 29 m
Shares border with: Scotch Plains, Watchung, South Plainfield, North Plainfield, Fanwood, Green Brook Township, Dunellen, Piscataway, Edison
Website: http://plainfield.com
GPS coordinates: 40.61528,-74.41611
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:21
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