National Register of Historic Places

Peachfield

Mount Holly, Burlington County, New Jersey
Listed
June 18, 1973
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
73001085

About this property

Peachfield is a historic mansion located at 180 Burrs Road, north of Mount Holly, in the township of Westampton in Burlington County, New Jersey, United States. The house was built in 1725 by Henry Burr and was added to the National Register of Historic Places on June 19, 1973, for its significance in architecture. It was expanded in 1732 by Henry's son, John Burr. According to the nomination form, the house remained in the Burr family for 201 years. It was renovated starting in 1931 under the supervision of the architect Brognard Oakie. The house is owned by the National Society of The Colonial Dames of America in The State of New Jersey and is operated as a historic house museum that is open for special events and by appointment.

Location

Mount Holly, Burlington County, New Jersey
40.03502, -74.80223

Categories

ARCHITECTURE
Sources

Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).

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When was Peachfield listed on the National Register?

Peachfield was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on June 18, 1973.

What type of historic resource is Peachfield?

Peachfield is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

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The period of significance for Peachfield is recorded as the industrial era.

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