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Things to Do in Princeton

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  • Debra S
    Henderson, NV45 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Fall colors in November walking around with a livelong local, working professor; it couldn’t be better! We’re lucky enough to see the elusive Black Squirrel of Princeton on campus. Architectural beauty, historic charm, and vast views make it a perfect tourist destination.
    Written July 18, 2024
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  • kamakshi2015
    Bengaluru, India1,857 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The best library with a great community service . I went there last first time and the treasure trove of a great library with the vast collection of various languages . The swanky library is located almost walking distance from the university . A courtyard of fine eateries surround its entrance . Within the library there a dainty cafe . The leisure seats and the computers gives you a chance to soak in to world of books . Major newspapers , magazines and community news papers are available even for non members like me . The membership is needed to borrow books . There is also a tiny spit within library one can buy donated books for a nominal amount . The library occupies 3 floors . There are community events organised for all groups . A great blessing . It’s well connected to Main Street Nasau st -Providing the shuttle bus within walking distance . A must visit place and be a regular there . Every Thursday there is a farmers market .
    Written June 9, 2024
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  • Roam19351606618
    4 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Contrary to their website, this museum is closed. They are building a new art museum on campus. Not scheduled to open until summer of 2024. Again, I reiterate this museum is not open at the present time. It is however worth walking around the campus. It’s spectacular!
    Written June 28, 2022
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  • Cheri D
    Yardville, NJ481 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Always a delightful place to visit with a lot of rich history. It's on the National Historic Landmark list and was home to Richard Stockton, one of Declaration of Independence signers and once was the NJ Governor's homes. There are always standing displays in the home and displays that change such as the Striking Beauty: NJ Tall Case Clocks: 1730-1830, the current temporary exhibit that I visited most recently. NJ has such quite a history with a number of clock makers who resided here and made such beautiful time pieces. Christmas is also a nice time to visit to see the annual Festival of Trees. Many more events are held here throughout the year. It truly is a year round place to visit with much to offer. They also have a small gift shop on the premises with lovely items to purchase.
    Written February 12, 2024
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  • Felipe O
    San Antonio, TX3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A remarkable building with quite a historical background.
    It is beautifully maintained, although it is a bit warm temperature wise.
    Written June 22, 2022
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  • Lori G
    Lumberton, TX403 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This is a highlight on the Princeton campus. You can't drive on the campus so find a parking lot. The building is stunning and free to view.
    Written August 18, 2019
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  • Saurabh W
    4 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The lake is the best place in Princeton for a calm and quiet run/conoeing/evening walks. The conoeing per hour service is amazing to explore and helps to get out of busy schedule!
    Written November 3, 2022
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  • Jessie
    Virginia238 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    If you're into cemeteries, this is a must-see! There are so many famous people buried here, as well as less famous people who are still very fascinating. A headsup, the map they provide to find specific graves is a little hard to understand at first. Eventually my sister and I got decent at reading it, but still had to ask for help a couple of times.
    Written May 22, 2024
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  • Justin W
    York, PA5,311 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A nice monument honoring a very important battle in our history. The monument is enormous in easy to find
    Written April 19, 2021
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  • Susan S
    Spring, TX168 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Moving, interesting, peaceful, lots of walking, right next to walking paths but weren't able to go inside as the building was closed. Could use more signs about the battle.
    Written July 11, 2021
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  • Wendy H
    Princeton, NJ14 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This is one of my favorite places in Princeton! Perfect when you have small children. There are cozy places in which to read.
    Written June 4, 2019
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  • urbanguy
    Richmond, VA5,008 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The Church was built in 1955-1956 in American Gothic style. In front, there is a marble statue of St. Paul that is ten feet tall. The 12 large 3-paneled stained glass windows and the enormous rose window are beautiful.
    Written June 12, 2021
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