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Nestled in the Heart of Middlesex County, New Jersey

A Community of only 1.60 square miles full of cultural assets and regional history.



“That Milltown Has Been Progressive is Shown by Its Steady Advance During the Past Century”

– The Daily Home News

Sunday, March 4, 1917

Historic Walking Tours

Take a step out out on to Historic Main street in MIlltown, NJ for a self guided walking tour of the town. You will be sure to discover something new and insightful to the past.

Historic Sites

Numerous sites within the Borough of Milltown are cultural assets, be it the former Michelin Site, Fire Department buildings, old Borough Hall, Nationally recognized Raritan River Rail Road or Russel Playing Card Company, these places put into perspective our built environment.

Resources

Let us help connect you to the History and tools available to learn more about “The greatest little town in all the land”.


Latest News

  • Raritan River Railroad Station – An Update and Community Engagement

    Raritan River Railroad Station – An Update and Community Engagement

    In our endeavor to preserve the Raritan River Railroad Station, significant efforts have been made to create a comprehensive report. This document, developed over time,

  • This Day in History: November 28th, 1924

    This Day in History: November 28th, 1924

    According to the information secured from the Public Service employees, the car was approaching Foch Street when Mills walked out of the woods into the path of the car.

  • This Day in History: November 27th, 1914

    This Day in History: November 27th, 1914

    “The climbing of the greasy pole also created a great deal of fun for the spectators, but no one out of a dozen contestants could reach the summit to get the five dollar bill which was there awaiting them.”

  • This Day in History: August 1, 1923

    This Day in History: August 1, 1923

    “At 6 o’clock this morning, forty-six buses rolled into action across New Brunswick, stepping in for the halted Public Service trolleys. Despite one vehicle catching fire en route to the Raritan Arsenal, city officials reported smooth operations, steady schedules, and no fare hikes within city limits. Commissioner Connolly vowed improved service the next day, declaring,…

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