Salem, County seat in Salem County, New Jersey, US
Salem sits at the western edge of New Jersey along the Delaware River, functioning as an administrative center for Salem County at 3 meters elevation.
The settlement received its initial layout in 1675 from John Fenwick, with the community gaining permission to select officers in October 1693.
The Old Salem County Courthouse, constructed in 1735 with local bricks, stands as the second oldest courthouse in continuous operation in the United States.
The municipal offices of Salem City relocated to 125 West Broadway, offering a large parking area behind the building with side entrance for accessibility.
During the American Revolution, the Salem Raid of 1778 led to subsequent treason trials at the courthouse where four men received convictions for supporting British forces.
Location: Salem County
Inception: October 1675
Elevation above the sea: 3 m
Website: http://www.cityofsalemnj.org/
Shares border with: Pennsville Township, Mannington Township, Quinton Township, Lower Alloways Creek Township, Elsinboro Township
Website: http://cityofsalemnj.org
GPS coordinates: 39.56820,-75.47250
Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:02
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