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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, reflects our commitment to transparency and inclusivity, ensuring all stakeholders, including the public, are well-informed about the project’s progress. The crafting of this report was a challenging but vital task,…

  • This Day in History: March 16th, 1908

    This Day in History: March 16th, 1908

    The world’s record of one hundred miles in 1:12:56 was established by a Renault car, driven by Brenin, and equipped with American made Michelin tires at the auto races held at Ormond Beach, Fla., recently.

  • This Day in History: March 16th, 1920

    This Day in History: March 16th, 1920

    “Two changes were made… to satisfy the opposition from the Township of North Brunswick, and also to allow those who live in Milltown… an opportunity to be registered either for or against annexation.”

  • This Day in History: March 15th, 1915

    This Day in History: March 15th, 1915

    1,500 ATTEND EXHIBITION AT PUBLIC SCHOOL

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