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Location
Parking
Street parking
Accessibility
No handicapped access
Visitor tip
Call ahead to arrange a guided tour with the caretaker/guide, who visitors praise for sharing enthusiastic and detailed knowledge about the collection and Perth Amboy history—this significantly enhances the experience beyond self-guided visits.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Historic House Museum
- Built
- 1781
- Hours
- Mon & Thurs 2-4 p.m., Last Sunday 2-4 p.m.
- Notable Feature
- Home of Commodore Lawrence Kearny, 'The Sailor Diplomat'
What visitors say
This little museum contains interesting furniture, artwork and mementos relating to the history of Perth Amboy. The enthusiastic and dedicated caretaker/guide shared many details about the objects in the collection. I encourage others…
First annual Blood On The Pumpkin festival 10/19. Lots of great spooky vendors and perfect Halloween gifts. Live band, speakers, and professional photographers. Hosted by I Heart Horror.
Rich local history dating back to Revolutionary War era
From 28 Google reviews
Did You Know?
- The cottage was built in 1781, placing it squarely in the Revolutionary War era and making it a direct witness to American colonial history
- The museum operates on a donation-based admission model with very limited hours (Monday and Thursday 2-4 p.m., and the last Sunday of each month 2-4 p.m.)
- The four-room cottage includes a colonial garden and maritime history artifacts, reflecting Perth Amboy's significance as a port city with Revolutionary War connections
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