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Warren County War Memorial
Dedicated in 1998, handsome marble markers are set in a restful park like setting listing the names of Warren County residents who sacrificed their lives in the cause of freedom. Spend a few minutes of reflection and discover those listed heroes who served from WWI through recent American military campaigns.
The memorial features an interactive information kiosk where you can learn more.
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The Shoe Tree Oak
You can't miss this 350 year old massive Oak. The otherwise straight line of Oxford Street acknowledges this tree's presence by curving around it. Legend has it that locals would sit under its branches to slip into their best Sunday shoes just before they entered their Church for services.
Try to put your arms around its 16 foot circumference and you'll need several friends linked together to do it.
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The Hotel Belvidere
Located at Harwick and Front Streets, this 176 year old landmark today functions as a full service hotel, offering twenty period decorated rooms. There's also a wine bar. Recently restored, you are invited to relax in its front parlor area for tea. This lovingly preserved structure is one of the State's historical treasures.
For more information visit the Hotel Belvidere website.
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Garret D. Wall Park
Otherwise known as the Town Square, this green tree shaded space serves as the town's centerpiece for festivals, concerts and seasonal events.
Presented to the County in 1820 as a place for residents to walk and promenade, it reminds one of a classic Vermont public square. Benches invite you to rest beneath centuries old oaks and pause a while.
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Warren County Courthouse
One of the State's finest government buildings, this massive white columned structure dates back to 1826. It is now going through its second restoration.
The site of many sensational trials and public hangings during the 19th century, the courthouse basement is said to be haunted.
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Country Gate Theatre
You can't miss its marquee on Greenwich Street. Now in its 38th Season of presenting comedy, musical and drama to residents and visitors, it is lovingly overseen by Bill and Ginny Scurato.
The theatre offers periodic acting classes for both first time and seasoned thespians.
Check out their current season.
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Robert Morris House
As financer of the American Revolution, Morris erected this house and presented it as a gift to his daughter upon her marrying into the Croxhall family.
Located on Greenwich Street, it is one of the towns oldest structures.
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The Cummins Home
Built on the courthouse square in 1834 by John B. Maxwell, a newspaper editor and Congressman.
Today, the Warren County Department of Human Services and the Board of Taxation are located there.
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PNC Bank Building
Recognized as a superb example of early bank structures, you must visit the interior if just to gaze at its high decorated ceiling, massive windows, and classic teller cages.
There aren't many of its type left in the State.
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Major Robert Hoops Mill
One of the region's first non-native-Indian residents, Hoops built early saw and grist mills on both sides of the Pequest River, harnessing the power of the virgin water stream. His slaughterhouse is said to have provided General George Washington's troops with meat rations during the Pennsylvania and New Jersey campaigns.
For many years in the 1900's, the mill and the adjacent Red Frame Mill were both operating simultaneously and independently of each other as feed mills.
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Belvidere Cemetery
Founded in 1834 this burial ground houses the remains of the famous and anonymous alike, including several Civil War heroes.
Stroll and reflect on the beautiful sculptures and monuments with there unique sayings and potery.
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Delaware River Bridge
Originally constructed as one of the country's longest covered bridge, today's structure rests on the original concrete and rock piers. Totally refurbished in 2007, its walkway offers spectular scenic views of both States.
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| The Pequest River
Offers some of the best trout fishing opportunities you will find in the northeast, thanks to a progressive trout stocking program with trout raised at the Pequest Trout Hatchery. The average size of trout stocked in the spring is 10.5 inches in length and ½ pound in weight, but be wary of the 2 pound to 5 pound fish that are also mixed in.
Talk about excitement!
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