The Cornelius Low House in Middlesex County, New Jersey
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Cornelius Low House

The Cornelius Low House, constructed in 1741, stands today as one of the finest examples of Georgian architecture in New Jersey.

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The Cornelius Low House is one of New Jersey’s finest examples of Georgian architecture, featuring original Delft tiles in its fireplaces. It is one of only two surviving homes from Raritan Landing, a once-thriving port community. Built in 1741 by Cornelius Low, a wealthy merchant of Dutch ancestry, the house served as his family residence. Low used the Raritan River as a vital trade route, facilitating commerce in and out of the Raritan Valley. During the American Revolution, the Low family found itself deeply divided—several members, loyal to the British Crown, were exiled to England. After passing through the hands of five different families, the house was acquired by Middlesex County in 1979.

Today, the Cornelius Low House serves as the Middlesex County Museum, hosting rotating exhibits that explore New Jersey’s rich history.

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