Ho-Ho-Kus, Residential borough in Bergen County, United States
Ho-Ho-Kus is a residential borough in Bergen County, northern New Jersey, characterized by tree-lined streets and single-family homes. The community displays a typical suburban layout with quiet residential blocks and open green spaces throughout.
The name comes from a Delaware word referring to red cedar trees. The community was formally incorporated as a borough in 1905 and developed into a residential suburb in the northeastern region.
The Hermitage, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, stands as a testament to colonial architecture and served as Aaron Burr's marriage site.
The borough is accessible via Ho-Ho-Kus station with regional rail service connecting to surrounding areas. Visitors can explore the community easily on foot and find parking throughout the residential streets.
The Hermitage, a historic house in the community, has connections to significant figures from the early American period. The structure displays original colonial architecture and draws those interested in local history.
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