James Wilson Marshall House

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60 Bridge St
Lambertville, NJ 08530

The James Wilson Marshall House Museum, located in Lambertville, NJ, is the boyhood home of James Wilson Marshall, the discoverer of gold in California in 1848. Built in 1816, this Federal brick structure is listed on the National and New Jersey Registers of Historic Places and serves as the headquarters of the Lambertville Historical Society.

Preserved by local residents and the Lambertville Historical Society, the Marshall House features original architectural elements such as an Adams-style frieze, pegged front door, and chimney cupboards. Visitors can explore exhibits showcasing the history of James Wilson Marshall and the City of Lambertville, including artifacts and a collection of quilts.

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So Much History in . . .
9/6/2019

. . . Such a small space. And a tribute to what a group of dedicated volunteers and history bluffs ...

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Great Little Historical Site
4/9/2017

This is a tiny little museum. It's a gem of a building. It's open on the weekends. You can go inside...

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Learn about Lambertville's history!
4/12/2016

This is a free, small historical home museum that is only open on weekend afternoons from May throug...

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