State House - New Jersey
The State House is the heart of New Jersey’s State government, the second oldest State House in continuous use in the United States. First built in 1792 and expanded in every generation, the State House is a witness to two centuries of American history and a mosaic of architectural styles. President-elect Abraham Lincoln, on his way to take office, addressed the Legislature here. Governor Woodrow Wilson began here the political career that would take him to the White House. Within its walls are the Governor’s office and the chambers of the Senate and Assembly. Whether or not the Legislature is in session, the magnificently restored Senate and Assembly chambers are well worth a visit.
Marker is on West State Street 0.2 miles west of Barrack Street, on the right when traveling east.
Courtesy hmdb.org
