74-526: Music circus is an American theatrical form begun in Lambertville, New Jersey , by St. John Terrell in 1949. Established as summer stock , the new theatre venues primarily housed light operas and operettas , produced in the round , under a circus-style big top. Actor and adventurer St. John Terrell was born in Chicago , Illinois . He started in show business with a carnival act and later starred on
148-636: A "new hope." The night prior to George Washington's crossing of the Delaware River , Washington lodged in New Hope, and then destroyed the ferry so the British Army could not follow him. Following the Battle of Trenton and Battle of Princeton , when British troops were sweeping the area, seeking Continental Army troops, there was no response when they rang for the ferry. The British assumed
222-531: A countywide basis are: Clerk Mary H. Melfi (R; Flemington , 2026), Sheriff Fredrick W. Brown (R; Alexandria Township , 2025) and Surrogate Heidi Rohrbach (R; Lebanon Township , 2028). As of March 2011, there were 3,053 registered voters in Lambertville, of whom 1,395 (45.7%) were registered Democrats , 569 (18.6%) were registered Republicans and 1,087 (35.6%) were unaffiliated . Two voters were registered as either Libertarians or Greens . In
296-569: A hot-summer, humid continental climate ( Dfa ). Dfa climates are characterized by at least one month having an average mean temperature ≤ 32.0 °F (0.0 °C), at least four months with an average mean temperature ≥ 50.0 °F (10.0 °C), at least one month with an average mean temperature ≥ 71.6 °F (22.0 °C) and no significant precipitation difference between seasons. Although most summer days are slightly humid in New Hope, episodes of heat and high humidity can occur with heat index values > 107 °F (42 °C). Since 1981,
370-838: A partisan basis to serve three-year terms of office on a staggered basis, with either one or two seats up for election each year as part of the November general election. At an annual reorganization meeting held each January, the commissioners select one member to serve as the board's Director and another to serve as Deputy Director, each for a one-year term. As of 2024 , Hunterdon County's Commissioners are: Zachary T. Rich ( R ; West Amwell Township , 2025), Director Jeff Kuhl (R; Raritan Township , 2024) John E. Lanza (R; Raritan Township, 2025), Deputy Director Susan Soloway (R; Franklin Township , 2024) and Shaun C. Van Doren (R; Tewksbury Township , 2026). Constitutional officers elected on
444-454: A popular gay resort in the 1950s, and continues to have an active and large gay community. New Hope also attracts motorcyclists on weekends in the warmer months. Union Camp Corporation had a bag production facility in New Hope until the mid 1990s, which employed about 100 and was located uphill from the railroad. The former factory complex, now known as Union Square, has been re-purposed into tourism-related shops and businesses. In 2010,
518-780: A shared high school in Lambertville. As of the 2022–23 school year, the district, comprised of three schools, had an enrollment of 827 students and 108.1 classroom teachers (on an FTE basis), for a student–teacher ratio of 7.7:1. Schools in the district (with 2022–23 enrollment data from the National Center for Education Statistics ) are South Hunterdon Regional Elementary School for grades PreK–4 (was Lambertville Public School, which had 221 students in grades PreK–6), South Hunterdon Regional Middle School for grades 5–8 (was West Amwell School, with 170 students in grades K–6) and South Hunterdon Regional High School for grades 9–12 (which had 417 students in grades 7–12). Lambertville
592-595: A stop at the Logan Square shopping center in Solebury Township along a route that originates in Quakertown . As of the 2020 census, the borough was approximately 85.2% White, 1.0% Black or African American, 0.2% American Indian or Alaskan Native, 3.1% Asian, and 4.4% identified as some other race. 6.0% of the borough identified as two or more races and 0.1% identified as three or more races. 8.0% of
666-431: A three-year cycle, with the mayoral election in the third year. The mayor exercises executive power; presides over the council with voice and vote, but has no veto power; appoints council committees; appoints the municipal clerk, attorney, tax assessor, tax collector and treasurer, all with council confirmation. The council exercises legislative power and approves the mayor's appointees. As of 2023 , Lambertville's mayor
740-664: A vital freight carrier until the mid-1970s. Later, the Black River and Western Railroad acquired the line into town and operated short-distance local freight trains and scenic tourist passenger excursion trains into the late 1990s. Starting in the early 1980s, with pioneers including the Jonsdottir art gallery, Hamilton Grill and the Lambertville Station eatery (a hotel soon followed), the city began to attract artists and other creative types. These days, much of
814-463: Is Democrat Andrew J. Nowick, whose term of office ends December 31, 2024. Members of the city council are Bendetta Lambert (D, 2023), Karen Kominsky (D, 2025), Evan Lide (D, 2025) and Steven Stegman (D, 2023). In December 2019, the council selected Madeline Urbish to fill the seat expiring in December 2020 that Elaine Warner had held until she resigned earlier that month. In November 2018,
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#1732790889554888-671: Is a borough in Bucks County, Pennsylvania , United States. The population was 2,612 at the 2020 census . New Hope is located approximately 30 mi (48 km) north of Philadelphia , and lies on the west bank of the Delaware River at its confluence with Aquetong Creek . New Hope and neighboring Solebury and Upper Makefield townships are part of the Philadelphia metropolitan area . The two-lane New Hope–Lambertville Bridge carries automobile and foot traffic across
962-665: Is assigned five of the nine seats on the regional district's board of education . In a September 2013 special election, voters from Lambertville, Stockton and West Amwell Township passed referendums to dissolve the South Hunterdon Regional High School District and combine the three existing school districts from each municipality ( Lambertville City School District , Stockton Borough School District and West Amwell Township School District ), with majorities in each community passing both ballot items. A single combined regional Pre-K–12 district
1036-488: Is land and 0.2 square miles (0.52 km ) (11.19%) is water. Much of that water is the Delaware River . The borough is located at the confluence of the Delaware River and Aquetong (Ingham) Creek, which begins its two-mile course in neighboring Solebury Township at Ingham Springs, the most productive spring in Southeastern Pennsylvania. The name Aquetong comes from a Lenape word meaning "spring in
1110-470: Is well-known as having a gay friendly vibe, along with its neighboring community of New Hope , Pennsylvania , situated across the Delaware River . Lambertville is known for an array of dining opportunities, ranging from casual family-owned to eclectic and upscale options. Lambertville has several properties listed on the National Register of Historic Places . The James W. Marshall House
1184-451: Is without healthcare coverage. In 2020, an estimated 63.6% of the population had a bachelor's degree or higher. New Hope's estimated employment rate was 59.6%. New Hope's primary industry is tourism. New Hope has historically been a location where Broadway theater shows were "tested and fine tuned," and many notable stage actors bought weekend homes in the area. Bucks County Playhouse featured many plays and musical productions. In 2010,
1258-643: Is −0.3 °F (−17.9 °C). Since 1981, the coldest air temperature was −12.1 °F (−24.5 °C) on January 22, 1984. Episodes of extreme cold and wind can occur, featuring wind chill values below −11 °F (−24 °C). The average annual snowfall (Nov-Apr) is between 24 inches (61 cm) and 30 inches (76 cm). Ice storms and large snowstorms depositing ≥ 12 inches (30 cm) of snow occur once every few years, particularly during nor’easters from December through February. As of 2012, there were 9.61 miles (15.47 km) of public roads in New Hope, of which 4.20 miles (6.76 km) were maintained by
1332-536: The 2000 United States census there were 3,868 people, 1,860 households, and 939 families residing in the city. The population density was 3,408.6 inhabitants per square mile (1,316.1/km ). There were 1,961 housing units at an average density of 1,728.1 per square mile (667.2/km ). The racial makeup of the city was 94.65% White , 1.94% African American , 0.34% Native American , 1.06% Asian , 0.05% Pacific Islander , 0.90% from other races , and 1.06% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.10% of
1406-463: The 2012 presidential election , Democrat Barack Obama received 71.8% of the vote (1,684), ahead of Republican Mitt Romney 's 26.7% (627), and other candidates' 1.5% (35), among the 2,361 ballots cast by the city's 3,296 registered voters (15 ballots were spoiled ), for a turnout of 71.6%. In the 2008 presidential election , Obama received 71.1% of the vote (1,744), ahead of Republican John McCain 's 26.8% (658) and other candidates' 1.4% (35), among
1480-622: The 2024-2025 session , the 15th legislative district of the New Jersey Legislature is represented in the State Senate by Shirley Turner ( D , Lawrence Township ) and in the General Assembly by Verlina Reynolds-Jackson (D, Trenton ) and Anthony Verrelli (D, Hopewell Township ). Hunterdon County is governed by a Board of Chosen Commissioners composed of five members who are elected at-large on
1554-407: The Delaware River the next morning. The section of U.S. Route 202 that passes just north of New Hope is still named York Road, and the original route is now Bridge Street ( PA 179 ). New Hope was first called "Coryell's Ferry," after the owner of the ferry business. The current name came into use following a fire in 1790 that destroyed several mills in the area; their reconstruction was considered
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#17327908895541628-688: The Delaware River Joint Toll Bridge Commission . U.S. Route 202 is the most prominent highway to pass through Lambertville. Other major roads that pass through include Route 29 , Route 165 and County Route 518 . No interstate highways pass through, but there are several nearby, such as Interstate 78 in Franklin Township and Interstate 295 in Hopewell Township . The Delaware River Joint Toll Bridge Commission operates
1702-423: The National Register of Historic Places . The Honey Hollow Watershed is also designated a National Historic Landmark District . The New-Hope Solebury School District offers a public education to residents of New Hope and neighboring Solebury. The school districts of New Hope and Solebury were integrated in 1957. The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Philadelphia announced in 2011 that St. Martin of Tours School
1776-591: The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) and 5.41 miles (8.71 km) were maintained by the borough. U.S. Route 202 is the most prominent highway serving New Hope. It follows a northeast-southwest alignment along the northwestern edge of the borough. Pennsylvania Route 32 follows Main Street through the center of town, running north-south parallel to the Delaware River . Pennsylvania Route 232 has its northern terminus at PA 32 in
1850-471: The 1,795 ballots cast by the city's 3,036 registered voters, yielding a 59.1% turnout. As of May 2010 , Lambertville had 16.67 miles (26.83 km) of roadways, of which 12.77 miles (20.55 km) were maintained by the municipality, 0.70 miles (1.13 km) by Hunterdon County, 3.09 miles (4.97 km) by the New Jersey Department of Transportation and 0.11 miles (0.18 km) by
1924-443: The 2,453 ballots cast by the city's 3,099 registered voters, for a turnout of 79.2%. In the 2004 presidential election , Democrat John Kerry received 68.1% of the vote (1,495), outpolling Republican George W. Bush 's 30.8% (677) and other candidates' 0.5% (15), among the 2,195 ballots cast by the city's 2,738 registered voters, for a turnout of 80.2%. In the 2013 gubernatorial election , Democrat Barbara Buono received 54.7% of
1998-470: The 564) statewide and is available to municipalities with fewer than 12,000 residents at the time of adoption. The government comprises the mayor and the four-member city council, with all positions elected at-large on a partisan basis in the November general elections. The mayor is elected directly by the voters to a three-year term of office. Council members serve a term of three years, which are staggered so that two seats come up for election in two years in
2072-703: The Borough of Flemington canceled the service agreement to share Business Administrators with Lambertville. Lambertville is in the 7th Congressional District and the 15th state legislative district. For the 118th United States Congress , New Jersey's 7th congressional district is represented by Thomas Kean Jr. ( R , Westfield ). New Jersey is represented in the United States Senate by Democrats Cory Booker ( Newark , term ends 2027) and George Helmy ( Mountain Lakes , term ends 2024). For
2146-667: The City of Lambertville celebrates the return of the shad , a fish that supplied the Lewis Island Fishery in Lambertville as of 1888. The festival launched in 1981 and is organized by the Greater Lambertville Chamber of Commerce. Featuring vendors' booths focusing on the area arts community, the ShadFest supports local nonprofits that support Lambertville-area residents and businesses. Lambertville
2220-572: The Delaware River were each called Coryell's Ferry. During the American Revolutionary War , George Washington and his colonial forces twice camped at the home John Holcombe built in 1744. The Delaware River and the Delaware and Raritan Canal were instrumental in the early prosperity of Lambertville. In June 1834, the opening of the canal was celebrated with a barge ride from Trenton to Lambertville. The canal's completion
2294-555: The Delaware to Lambertville, New Jersey , on the east bank. New Hope's primary industry is tourism. Historic former residents include Founding Father Aaron Burr and author James A. Michener . New Hope is located along the route of the Old York Road , the former main highway between Philadelphia and New York City . It was generally regarded as the halfway point, where travelers would stay overnight and be ferried across
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2368-733: The New Hope and Lambertville area Chambers of Commerce conducted a fireworks show every Friday night during the summer to increase tourism and merchant revenue. Bars and restaurants benefited from the fireworks show, but residents criticized the weekly event, claiming it was disruptive and reduced parking. In 2014, the New Hope Chamber of Commerce canceled the firework show, citing a rise in shoplifting, garbage, and an overall decline in store traffic and Friday night revenues. Cintra , Joshua Ely House , Honey Hollow Watershed , William Kitchen House , New Hope Village District , Rhoads Homestead , and Springdale Historic District are listed on
2442-525: The Playhouse was closed after lenders foreclosed the property. In 2012, the Playhouse re-opened after an extensive renovation. New Hope was the location of an art colony , founded by Edward Willis Redfield and William Langson Lathrop , that produced noted regional work. Members or associates of the colony included George Sotter , Daniel Garber and Fern Coppedge . Artists also associated with an art colony in nearby Phillips Mill . New Hope became
2516-648: The US. St. John Terrell's Music Circus was an instant success, and launched a wide variety of copycats, with 40 "tune tents" scattered around the country, including Cape Cod , Massachusetts ; Miami , Florida ; and Sacramento , California . While the modern musical theatre genre was being developed on Broadway by the likes of Rodgers & Hammerstein and Lerner & Loewe , the product being produced by most summer stocks remained primarily older works. The first Lambertville season included The Merry Widow , The Desert Song and The Chocolate Soldier , but nothing from
2590-487: The USO, he used his back pay, war bonds and loans after the war, to do it himself. Inspired by Greek amphitheaters , audience members sat in folding chairs no further back than 15 or 16 rows. Although a full orchestra was used, the sets were simple and low to keep sight lines clear. Props were carried on and off by stagehands, in clear view, running up and down aisles. Within 8 years, 30 separate canvas-topped theatres had opened in
2664-543: The bushes," while Ingham refers to Samuel D. Ingham , an industrialist, congressman, and advocate of the canal that would run through the town. Near its end in New Hope, the creek forms a scenic millpond and waterfall near the Bucks County Playhouse , a former mill. The former place names Hood and Hufnagel are now part of the borough. According to the Köppen climate classification system, New Hope has
2738-431: The city council appointed Julia Taylor to fill the seat expiring in December 2019 that became vacant following the resignation the previous month of Steven M. Stegman, who left office to focus on family issues. In the 2020 City Council primary elections, incumbents Asaro and Urbish lost to Democratic challengers Stegman and Benedetta Lambert, who went on to win in the general election on November 3. On January 19, 2021,
2812-490: The city was $ 52,647, and the median income for a family was $ 80,669. Males had a median income of $ 47,313 versus $ 40,369 for females. The per capita income for the city was $ 36,267. About 4.5% of families and 5.9% of the population were below the poverty line , including 2.5% of those under age 18 and 12.3% of those age 65 or over. Lambertville is the only city in Hunterdon County, and describes itself as one of
2886-459: The city. The population density was 3,386.1 per square mile (1,307.4/km ). There were 2,075 housing units at an average density of 1,798.8 per square mile (694.5/km ). The racial makeup was 91.30% (3,566) White , 1.95% (76) Black or African American , 0.20% (8) Native American , 1.31% (51) Asian , 0.00% (0) Pacific Islander , 4.12% (161) from other races , and 1.13% (44) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 9.75% (381) of
2960-399: The contemporary Broadway canon. As modern musical theatre works became more popular, music circus producers incorporated more of the contemporary works and fewer light operas. Broadway Sacramento's Broadway At Music Circus' 10-show season in 1951 included newer works Brigadoon , Annie Get Your Gun , and the seminal Show Boat . Slowly, the population of music circus theatres around
3034-570: The country diminished, with Terrell's big top folding in 1970. As of 2001, only three theatres of the original design still remained: Broadway At Music Circus ( Sacramento, California ), South Shore Music Circus ( Cohasset, Massachusetts ), and the Melody Tent ( Hyannis, Massachusetts , on Cape Cod), the latter two venues no longer producing musical theatre, but serving as concert sites. In 2002, Terrell's open air music circus model ceased to exist as Broadway At Music Circus lowered its canvas tent for
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3108-442: The highest air temperature was 103.3 °F (39.6 °C) on July 22, 2011, and the highest daily average mean dew point was 74.8 °F (23.8 °C) on August 13, 2016. The average wettest month is July which corresponds with the annual peak in thunderstorm activity. Since 1981, the wettest calendar day was 7.46 inches (189 mm) on August 27, 2011. During the winter months, the average annual extreme minimum air temperature
3182-549: The last time to make way for a new enclosed theatre-in-the-round—the Wells Fargo Pavilion . As a nod to history, the new arena theatre was still topped by fabric—a Teflon -coated fiberglass fabric manufactured by BirdAir. Lambertville, New Jersey Lambertville is a city within Hunterdon County in the U.S. state of New Jersey . As of the 2020 United States census , the city's population
3256-490: The late 1970s and to Union Camp Paper Corp. in 1985. The New Hope and Ivyland Railroad continues to provide scenic tourist excursion passenger trains between New Hope and nearby Lahaska . In 1983, NBC network anchorwoman Jessica Savitch and her boyfriend drowned after their car overturned into the Delaware Canal . The canal passes by Odette's Restaurant, where the couple had dined on a rainy evening when visibility
3330-496: The neighboring city of New Hope, Pennsylvania . According to the U.S. Census Bureau , the city had an area of 1.23 square miles (3.17 km ), including 1.08 square miles (2.81 km ) of land and 0.14 square miles (0.36 km ) of water (11.46%). The city borders Delaware Township and West Amwell Township in Hunterdon County and New Hope and Solebury Township across the Delaware River in Bucks County , Pennsylvania . The Delaware and Raritan Canal flows through
3404-419: The population was of Hispanic or Latino ancestry. No one was of Native Islander or Other Pacific Islander ethnicity. There were an estimated 2,612 people and 1,192 households residing in the borough. The population density was 1,843.3 inhabitants per square mile (711.7/km ). There were 1,481 housing units at an average density of 1,045.2 per square mile (403.6/km ) Of the approximately 1,192 households, there
3478-432: The population were under the age of 18, 5.9% from 18 to 24, 26.9% from 25 to 44, 36.1% from 45 to 64, and 17.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 47.3 years. For every 100 females, the population had 95.8 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older there were 93.6 males. The Census Bureau's 2006–2010 American Community Survey showed that (in 2010 inflation-adjusted dollars) median household income
3552-427: The population. There were 1,860 households, out of which 18.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 40.3% were married couples living together, 7.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 49.5% were non-families. 38.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. 3.7% have unmarried partners. The average household size
3626-418: The population. Of the 1,958 households, 15.3% had children under the age of 18; 36.0% were married couples living together; 6.8% had a female householder with no husband present and 54.2% were non-families. Of all households, 41.4% were made up of individuals and 14.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.98 and the average family size was 2.72. 13.7% of
3700-497: The radio show Jack Armstrong, All American Boy . Referred to as "Sinjun", he served in the Philippines with the USO. When a visiting touring company of an Irving Berlin musical needed performing space, Terrell suggested bulldozing a large pit for a stage in the center and audience on sloping and rising seating all around covered by a tent. This became the genesis to his original New Jersey Music Circus in 1949. Although rejected by
3774-536: The river to Pennsylvania, ultimately becoming known as Coryell's Ferry, after its owner, Emanuel Coryell. Coryell's Ferry was the western terminus of the New Jersey portion of York Road , which became U.S. Route 202 , connecting New York City and Philadelphia . The community was named Lambertville in 1810, when the post office was established, in honor of John Lambert , a resident who had served as United States senator and acting governor of New Jersey , and who
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#17327908895543848-672: The smallest cities in the United States. It is governed within the Faulkner Act (formally known as the Optional Municipal charter Law) under the Small Municipality form of government (Plan C), which is available only for municipalities with a population of under 12,000, and was implemented in Lambertville by direct petition as of January 1, 1983. This form of government is used by 18 municipalities (of
3922-644: The southern part of the borough, from which it heads southwestward along Windy Bush Road before exiting the borough. Finally, Pennsylvania Route 179 follows an east-west alignment through the center of the borough via Bridge Street, crossing the Delaware River via the New Hope–Lambertville Free Bridge . The New Hope–Lambertville Toll Bridge is just north of New Hope in Solebury Township. Trans-Bridge Lines provides intercity bus service to Port Authority Bus Terminal in New York City from
3996-505: The toll-free New Hope-Lambertville Toll Supported Bridge which stretches 1,053 feet (321 m) across the Delaware River , connecting PA 179 in New Hope, Pennsylvania , with NJ 179 . Constructed in 1904 as the third bridge on the site, the bridge stretches 1,053 feet (321 m) across the Delaware River . The original bridge, designed by Lewis Wernwag , was constructed in 1814 and destroyed in 1841. A second bridge completed in 1842
4070-559: The town was sympathetic to the Continental Army and shelled the town. Several of the older structures in the town still claim to have unexploded British ordnance lodged in their roofbeams. The North Pennsylvania Railroad finished construction of their New Hope Branch in 1891, later being taken over by the Reading Railroad . Passenger service to Philadelphia's Reading Terminal as well as all other passenger activity
4144-410: The town's 18th- and 19th-century flavor remains, including many restored houses. The town has become a tourist destination, with many shops, galleries, restaurants, and B&Bs . The canal path offers cyclists, joggers and walkers a level place to exercise and enjoy views of the canal and Delaware River in all seasons. Lambertville is also largely noted for its socially progressive culture, similar to
4218-430: The vote (798), ahead of Republican Chris Christie 's 43.4% (633), and other candidates' 2.0% (29), among the 1,501 ballots cast by the city's 3,231 registered voters (41 ballots were spoiled), for a turnout of 46.5%. In the 2009 gubernatorial election , Democrat Jon Corzine received 59.5% of the vote (1,068), ahead of Christie's 31.2% (560), Independent Chris Daggett 's 6.6% (118) and other candidates' 0.7% (12), among
4292-578: The western half of Lambertville, parallel to the Delaware River. Sections of the Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park are in the city, including trails and bridges. Lambertville's climate is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally cold winters. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Lambertville has a humid continental climate , abbreviated "Dfa" on climate maps. The 2010 United States census counted 3,906 people, 1,958 households, and 897 families in
4366-427: Was $ 71,532 (with a margin of error of +/− $ 7,040) and the median family income was $ 100,952 (+/− $ 14,554). Males had a median income of $ 57,596 (+/− $ 17,671) versus $ 53,869 (+/− $ 30,408) for females. The per capita income for the borough was $ 47,684 (+/− $ 6,399). About 2.3% of families and 6.4% of the population were below the poverty line , including 7.8% of those under age 18 and 5.1% of those age 65 or over. As of
4440-410: Was 2.06 and the average family size was 2.82. In the city the population was spread out, with 15.4% under the age of 18, 6.1% from 18 to 24, 32.4% from 25 to 44, 30.9% from 45 to 64, and 15.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 43 years. For every 100 females, there were 94.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 93.2 males. The median income for a household in
4514-450: Was 2.70. In 2020 estimates, 11.8% were under the age of 18, 7.1% are 18 to 24, 15.2% are 25 to 44, 43.1% are 45 to 64, and 23.0% are 65 years of age or older. The estimated median age was 56.2 years. The estimated male to female ratio is 1.25 to 1. The median income for a household in the borough was estimated at $ 107,000, and the median income for a family was an estimated $ 173,750. The 2020 census found that 2.5% of New Hope's population
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#17327908895544588-420: Was 4,139, an increase of 233 (+6.0%) from the 3,906 recorded at the 2010 census , which in turn reflected an increase of 38 (1.0%) from the 3,868 counted in the 2000 census . Lambertville is situated on the banks of the Delaware River in southwestern Hunterdon County, directly across the river from New Hope , Pennsylvania . In the 18th century, the area was named after various operators of ferries across
4662-416: Was John Holcombe, who purchased a lot and built a stone home in 1744. Emanuel Coryell bought a property in the area in 1732, which was used for commercial purposes. He received a charter to operate a ferry connecting what is now Lambertville and New Hope, and opened a tavern and inn to host travelers stopping halfway along the route between New York City and Philadelphia . The settlements on either side of
4736-411: Was a count of 690 families. Out of all the households, 14.2% housed one or more children under 18, and 53.5% housed one or more adults over the age of 60. Of the 1,336 occupied housing units, 34.5% had married couples living together, 3.1% had a female householder with no spouse present, and 2.2% had a male householder with no spouse present. The average household size was 2.11 and the average family size
4810-628: Was added in 1970. The Delaware and Raritan Canal , which flows through the city, was added as a historic district in 1973. The Lambertville House was added in 1978. Nearly the entire city was listed as the Lambertville Historic District in 1983. The Kalmia Club was added in 2012. The Lambertville City Hall , originally known as the A. H. Holcombe House, is part of the historic district. People who were born in, residents of, or otherwise closely associated with Lambertville include: New Hope, Pennsylvania New Hope
4884-842: Was constructed in 1854 and closed in September 1960, and has since been the subject of various legends described in Weird NJ . Eighth-grade students from Hunterdon County are eligible to apply to attend the high school programs offered by the Hunterdon County Vocational School District , a county-wide vocational school district that offers career and technical education at its campuses in Raritan Township and at programs sited at local high schools, with no tuition charged. Annually, in April,
4958-466: Was created, with property taxes levied under a formula in which 57% is based on property values and 43% on the number of students. The executive county superintendent appointed an interim board of education for the new regional district, which was responsible for implementing the merger. Before the creation of the South Hunterdon district, students had attended Lambertville High School , which
5032-460: Was destroyed by flooding in 1903. The South Hunterdon Regional School District serves students in pre-kindergarten through 12th grade from Lambertville, Stockton and West Amwell Township . Each of the three municipalities had its own school through sixth grade until the Stockton school was closed after the 2017–18 school year; public school students in 7th through 12th grades attend
5106-480: Was formed and bought 16 mi (26 km) of track from New Hope southwest to Ivyland . Scenic tourist excursions started the same year. Freight service to New Hope was then handled by the New Hope and Ivyland Railroad. In 1972, SEPTA , who by then took over Reading Railroad's passenger operations, extended the electrified route to Warminster, where the current interchange for both SEPTA and NHRR is. Freight service to James D. Morrissey Materials Co. ceased sometime in
5180-404: Was not without hardship. 4,000 Irish immigrants were hired to dig the canal with pick and shovel. During the construction, an epidemic of cholera broke out in 1832 and dozens of men were buried along the banks of the canal and the Delaware. Lambertville was originally incorporated as a town by an act of the New Jersey Legislature on March 1, 1849, from portions of West Amwell Township . It
5254-508: Was poor and two warning signs were missed. In 2004 and 2006, New Hope was flooded when the Delaware River overflowed. On both occasions, the downtown businesses reopened within several days. Compared to the Great Flood of 1955, the 2004 and 2006 floods did not cause severe damage or fatalities. According to the U.S. Census Bureau , the borough has a total area of 1.4 square miles (3.6 km ), of which 1.3 square miles (3.4 km )
5328-491: Was reincorporated as a city on March 26, 1872. In the 19th century, due to its proximity to the canal and the Belvidere Delaware Railroad , Lambertville became a factory town. The range of products extended from underwear to rubber bands. After the introduction of motorized vehicles made the canal obsolete, the factories began shutting down. Some lasted into the 1970s. The railroad continued to serve as
5402-607: Was responsible for the opening of the post office. In June 2022, The New York Times described Lambertville as a gay-friendly travel destination with a quieter vibe than New York's Fire Island . Originally settled by the Lenape (Delaware) Native Americans , a 150,000-acre (230 sq mi; 610 km ) area around Lambertville was acquired for 700 Pounds by the Council of West Jersey and divided into smaller plots. The earliest European settler in present-day Lambertville
5476-478: Was terminated in 1952 from Hatboro, also the end for electrified track, and New Hope. Between 1952 and 1966, only freight trains were seen entering and leaving New Hope, mostly to deliver paper pulp for the Union Camp Paper Corp. and to deliver sand and gravel to James D. Morrissey Materials Co., a cement company and a division of James D. Morrissey, Inc. In 1966, the New Hope and Ivyland Railroad
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