Princeton in Mercer County, New Jersey — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Horse Chestnut Walk
A path following the original road and continuing the line of Nassau Street remained an entrance to Morven until the property was subdivided in 1891. For pedestrians, it was the most direct route from downtown Princeton.
Originally, it was probably lined with cherry trees, in which Annis Stockton hung lanterns to mark the way for guests at her Fourth of July party in 1783. At the end of the 18th century, her son, Richard, replaced the cherries with horse chestnut trees. Two aged trees of this variety can be seen across the fence.
In the mid-19th century, this was a favorite place for the family and guests to stroll. The monument commemorating the Battle of Princeton, erected in 1922, bisected and ended the walk.
Erected 2020 by New Jersey Historic Trust.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Horticulture & Forestry • Roads & Vehicles. A significant historical year for this entry is 1891.
Location. 40° 20.873′ N, 74° 39.988′ W. Marker is in Princeton, New Jersey, in Mercer County. Marker is on Stockton Street (U.S. 206) just west of Monument Drive, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 55 Stockton St, Princeton NJ 08540, United States of America. Touch for directions.
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Credits. This page was last revised on October 17, 2022. It was originally submitted on October 17, 2022, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 89 times since then and 14 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on October 17, 2022, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
