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Princeton NJ
Princeton is a municipality in Mercer County, New Jersey. The population is 28,600 people and occupies about 18 square miles. The local train is locally called the “Dinky,” because only two train cars, or sometimes just one, are needed. Located just an hour by train to New York City and 45 minutes away from Philadelphia, Princeton is a key location for commuters.
Location
Mercer County NJ
Community
A beautiful town with endless amount of parks, community centers, special events, restaurants, sporting events, and more. Downtown Princeton is a quaint yet vibrant.
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Commute
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Schools
Schools in Princeton NJ
For the Kids
Besides playing at one of the many public parks, and library, children are never bored living in Princeton. One highlight is Bonkerz Amusement Center. This fun factory offers laser tag, mini golf, an arcade, birthday parties, and much more. There is also a Gymboree Play and Music gym that offers classes, parties and free play kids crawling and up. For the musically inclined, Rhythm Kids is an exciting music, movement, and drumming class where kids can sing, move, drum, dance, and play songs while learning the fundamentals of music.
AMENITIES & RECREATION
The parks in Princeton are large, scenic, and even have a piece of history! Lake Carnegie is a reservoir that the Princeton University rowing team utilizes and residents also like to use it for ice skating and fishing. The Princeton Battlefield State Park is a Revolutionary War battle site that now offers bird watching, cross-country skiing and hiking. Marquand Park is a 17-acre area with lush grounds and an arboretum. Locals can be seen picnicking and hiking. Kids love running around at the playground, sand pit and ball field.
Food & Drink
Princeton NJ & Surrounding Area
Top 10 Restaurants
Morgan's Island Grill
394 Reviews
Phone: +16093082108
$$ . Caribbean
Namli Mediterranean & Turkish Cuisine
243 Reviews
Phone: +17325430116
$$ . Turkish
Aryana Kabab & Grill
116 Reviews
Phone: +16095280141
$$ . Afghan
Meatheadz Cheesesteaks
186 Reviews
Phone: +16095834292
$ . Cheesesteaks
Rozmaryn Restaurant
114 Reviews
Phone: +16096561600
$$ . Polish
Gyro Express
61 Reviews
Phone: +16093935555
$ . Afghan
Luca's Ristorante
456 Reviews
Phone: +17322977676
$$ . Pizza
Thai Chili House
55 Reviews
Phone: +19088295585
$$ . Thai
Caesar's Bagels & Deli
121 Reviews
Phone: +16098389488
$ . Delis
Tino’s Artisan Pizza
410 Reviews
Phone: +16096880007
$$ . Italian
Shopping
The Princeton Shopping Center has been in business for more 60 years and serves as more than a shopping mall; it’s a community gathering space. There are more than 40 national and local stores, and a two-acre courtyard that locals often refer to it as the “living room of Princeton.” Covered walkways mean a great time shopping rain or shine.
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Princeton has no shortage of programs in the arts. The McCarter Theater, located in the Princeton University campus, produces over 200 performances of dance, theater, music and special events each year. There are also many historic sites and museums, including the Princeton Ice Company, Princeton Historic District, Jugtown Historic District which several buildings that date back to Colonial times, and many more. There are delicious dining options such as Elements restaurant that serves many different cuisines, and the eatery Hoagie Haven.
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History
Princeton University has been the mainstay of the community since 1756. The earliest inhabitants of the Princeton area are the Lenni Lenape Native Americans, but ownership shifted to the Europeans in the later part of the 17th Century. Henry Greenland was the first European to find his home in the boundaries of Princeton. In 1683, Greenland built his house and a tavern. It was in this tavern that representatives of East and West Jersey met to set boundaries for the location of the township.
SURPRISE FEATURES
Very few places can claim to be home to an Ivy League college. The campus of Princeton University includes the collegiate Gothic–style University Chapel and the Princeton University Art Museum. The campus was founded as the College of New Jersey in 1746 and is the fourth-oldest institution of higher education in the United States.