1954 Map of Pennington

About this map

The Delaware River forms a natural border in this mid-century survey, anchoring the storied ground of Washington Crossing State Park and the settlement of Washington Crossing. To the east, the borough of Pennington serves as a local hub, surrounded by a network of crossroads like Bear Tavern, Harts Corner, and Ackors Corner. The landscape transitions from the heights of Baldpate Mountain and Pennington Mountain toward the developing suburbs and institutions of the south. Significant local landmarks include the New Jersey State Teachers College and the Mercer County Airport, alongside specialized sites like the State School For Deaf and the U S Naval Reservation. The presence of the Conrail line and numerous cemeteries, such as Ewing Cemetery and St Hedwigs Cem, provide valuable reference points for tracing the community's mid-century expansion and ancestral locations.