Picatinny Arsenal in Dover in Morris County, New Jersey — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Administration and Research Historic District
(circa 1880-1945)
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, July 1, 2018
1. Administration and Research Historic District Marker
Inscription.
Administration and Research Historic District. (circa 1880-1945). Farley Avenue became the epicenter of Picatinny's research and development program during the 1930's. Building 151, the original Arsenal Headquarters, stood at the nexus of the "power intersection" with Parker Road. This Colonial Revival-style building is prominently situated near an open area that has functioned as parade grounds, an airfield, and finally as the Golf Course. To the west are the Colonial Revival Officer's Quarters; to the east are the chemistry facilities. It continues to be a statement of the power of the Army to drive past the Cannon Gates and towards Building 151.
Farley Avenue became the epicenter of Picatinny's research and development program during the 1930's. Building 151, the original Arsenal Headquarters, stood at the nexus of the "power intersection" with Parker Road. This Colonial Revival-style building is prominently situated near an open area that has functioned as parade grounds, an airfield, and finally as the Golf Course. To the west are the Colonial Revival Officer's Quarters; to the east are the chemistry facilities. It continues to be a statement of the power of the Army to drive past the Cannon Gates and towards Building 151.
Location. 40° 56.43′ N, 74° 33.915′ W. Marker is in Dover, New Jersey, in Morris County. It is in Picatinny Arsenal. Marker is at the intersection of Farley Ave and Parker Rd, on the right when traveling west on Farley Ave. The marker is located on Federal property. Visitor Pass required from person of contact at Picatinny Arsenal to view historic marker(s). Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Dover NJ 07801, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Historical Exhibit (a few steps from this marker); Middle Forge
2. Administration and Research Historic District (Circa 1880-1945) Marker
Farley Avenue and Parker Rd Power Intersection
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, July 1, 2018
3. Marker at Picatinny Arsenal
Credits. This page was last revised on August 27, 2023. It was originally submitted on February 29, 2012, by Jason Huggan of Picatinny Arsenal, New Jersey. This page has been viewed 586 times since then and 17 times this year. Last updated on August 19, 2023, by Carl Gordon Moore Jr. of North East, Maryland. Photos:1. submitted on July 1, 2018, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey. 2. submitted on February 29, 2012, by Jason Huggan of Picatinny Arsenal, New Jersey. 3. submitted on July 1, 2018, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey. • J. Makali Bruton was the editor who published this page.
