Central Ward in Newark in Essex County, New Jersey — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Firemen's Insurance Company of Newark, New Jersey
Historic Site
Photographed by Devry Becker Jones (CC0), January 2, 2026
1. Firemen's Insurance Company of Newark, New Jersey Marker
This insurance company was originally founded in 1855 in Newark. These headquarters were built at the height of the company's expansion during 1924-1928. This ten story structure features Classical Revival ornamentation on facades and in major interior spaces. The architects were the prominent Newark firm of John H. and Wilson C. Ely. A major restoration of the building was begun by the Berger Organization in 1989 for continued use as professional offices. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1982.
by
The Berger Organization
September 13, 1990
Erected 1990 by The Berger Organization; The Newark Preservation and Landmarks Committee.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Industry & Commerce. A significant historical date for this entry is September 13, 1990.
Location. 40° 44.422′ N, 74° 10.093′ W. Marker is in Newark, New Jersey, in Essex County. It is in the Central Ward. It is on Park Place (County Road 508) north of Wayne Shorter Way, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 12 Park Pl,
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Regionally, this marker is in North Jersey and in the New York City Metropolitan Area. It is also in the American Northeast and in the Mid-Atlantic. Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region, North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Netherland and also one of the original Thirteen Colonies.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Symington House (within shouting distance of this marker); Griffith Piano Company (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Washington Passed Beneath this Tower (about 300 feet away); First Constitution of the Province of New Jersey (about 300 feet away); Trinity Church (about 300 feet away); a different marker also named Trinity Church (about 300 feet away); Training Place (about 300 feet away); Chambers Plaza (about 300 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Newark.
Photographed by Devry Becker Jones (CC0)
2. Firemen's Insurance Company of Newark, New Jersey Building
Photographed by Devry Becker Jones (CC0), January 2, 2026
3. National Register of Historic Places plaque for the building
Credits. This page was last revised on January 3, 2026. It was originally submitted on January 3, 2026, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 66 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on January 3, 2026, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
Editor’s want-list for this marker. A link to the NRHP Nomination Form for the building with a citing of its historical significance. • A better photo of the building and context shot of the marker. • Can you help?
