Abbott Farm Historic District

The Abbott Farm Historic District is a 2,000 acre area of marshland and bluffs spanning southern Mercer County and northern Burlington County in New Jersey. The site contains multiple archaeological areas and natural habitats that visitors can explore along designated pathways.

The area shows evidence of settlements that developed between 500 BC and 500 AD, representing the largest Middle Woodland village on the East Coast. These archaeological layers document a long history of human settlement in this riverside location.

The John Abbott II House Museum displays objects from the area and offers learning programs that document the Lenape communities and early colonial settlers. Visitors can see how these two cultures coexisted in this region for centuries.

The John A. Roebling Memorial Park in the Abbott Marshlands offers designated trails for exploring the archaeological areas and natural habitats. Visitors should prepare for wet conditions and bring appropriate footwear, as the terrain is marshy throughout.

More than 13500 artifacts have been recovered from this location, including stone tools, ceramic pieces, and heat-altered rocks. These objects reveal how the earlier inhabitants made their tools and organized their daily activities.

Location: Hamilton Township

Location: Bordentown

GPS coordinates: 40.17500,-74.70833

Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:05