Haddon Township, Administrative township in Camden County, New Jersey, United States.
Description
Haddon Township is an administrative municipality in Camden County consisting of two separate sections called West Collingswood Heights and West Collingswood Extension. The township contains residential neighborhoods and is managed by municipal offices located on Haddon Avenue.
History
The township was established on February 23, 1865, when land was separated from Newton Township. It takes its name from Elizabeth Haddon, a 17th-century Quaker who played an important role in the region's early settlement.
Culture
Saddlertown grew in the 1830s as a community for formerly enslaved people and played a role in the Underground Railroad network across New Jersey.
Practical
The municipal office is located on Haddon Avenue and provides various services including Public Works and Senior Services. Visitors can stop by for information about community services and local events.
Did you know?
Saddler's Woods, a forest preserve within the township, protects original woodland and functions as an environmental education center for the region. The area allows visitors to experience native ecosystems firsthand.
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