- 151 Waterloo Village Some of the historic sites include the Waterloo United Methodist Church, the Canal House, the General Store, the Canal Museum, the Sawmill, the Gristmill, Stagecoach Inn and Tavern and a recreated Lenape Indian village.
- 152 Sterling Hill Mine and Museum A 1,300-ft underground walking tour through the Sterling Hill mine is a featured part of the tour. Within the mine passages are numerous pieces of equipment used while the mine was in operation, plus exhibits on the mining process. The Zobel Exhibit Hall contains over 20,000 mining-related items. The Rock Discovery Center is where children learn about rocks that are quarried in our region. Economically important rock types such as coal, slate, marble, and basalt are included in this exercise. The Fossil Discovery Center allows children to dig for fossils in a big sand box and then keep them. An instructor will be on hand to educate you about the fossils. Thomas S. Warren Museum of Fluorescence 1,800 square feet dedicated to fluorescent minerals, fossils, gemstones, carvings, and everyday objects. A display of antique ultraviolet lights is also on view.
Sterling Hill Mine and Museum via Wikipedia
- 153 Abbott & Costello
- 154 Medford Lakes A small town in the Pine Barrens known for its log cabins and multitude of little lakes. Medford Lakes.
- 155 Hudson River Waterfront Walkway A partially completed trail which will eventually stretch from the Bayonne Bridge to the George Washington Bridge. The length of the path will be 18.5 miles and will allow bikers, walkers and rollerbladers to see many of northeastern New Jersey's most famous urban sights (many of which are mentioned in this list), as well as having views of Staten Island, the Hudson River and Manhattan. Bayonne, Jersey City, Hoboken, Weehawken, West New York, Guttenberg, North Bergen, Edgewater, Fort Lee.
- 156 Fort Lee Historic Park 33-acre Historic Park blends scenic beauty and history. At the north end of the Historic Park, two overlooks reveal spectacular views of the George Washington Bridge, the Hudson River, and the skyline of upper Manhattan. In the southern portion of the Historic Park, winding paths lead past a reconstructed blockhouse and to the historic section of the grounds, with reproduction gun batteries and firing steps. Opposite the battery, authentically reconstructed eighteenth-century huts, with a well, woodshed, and baking oven, serve as the focal point for interpretive programs. Fort Lee.
- 157 Tuckerton Seaport 40-acre working maritime village with 16 restored and replicated buildings, including the Tucker's Island Lighthouse. Maritime history, heritage and lifestyle of baymen is preserved at this living museum. Tuckerton.
Tuckerton Seaport via Wikipedia
- 158 Lakota Wolf Preserve The observation area is in the center of four packs of wolves. The guide tells you about the social structure, eating habits and other interesting facts. If you are lucky, you may hear the wolves howl. Also, bobcats and foxes. Knowlton.
- 159 Northlandz Railway and Doll Museum An interesting museum for model-train-nuts and, yes, even those who think model trains are boring (like me). There are 100 miniature trains and eight miles of track. The display features 35-foot mountains, 4,000 buildings and 300 bridges. The Raritan River Railway is a 2/3-scale steam-train replica that travels through tunnels and over bridges, giving visitors a relaxing ride through the Northlandz woodlands. The La Peep Dollhouse is a 94-room mansion with indoor swimming pool plus a ballroom with a dog band. The Doll Museum shows off over 200 dolls from around the world. In The Music Hall, there’s a 2,000-pipe organ at the centerpiece of a 400-seat theater. The Art Gallery has more than 250 paintings and other works of art.
- 160 Walt Whitman
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Wonders of New Jersey: 151 - 160
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Wonders of New Jersey: 221 - 230
- 221 Lower Free Bridge This iconic bridge is famous for the hilariously outdated "Trenton Makes, The World Takes" sign on the side of the span crossing the Delaware River. These days, Trenton is much more likely to be the taker since it is infested with the parasite class that helps make New Jersey so overtaxed. Trenton.
- 222 Batona Trail A 49.5 mile trail through the Pine Barrens.
- 223 Bayonne Bridge This bridge could use a fresh coat of paint, but it is still an impressive sight, especially at night. Bayonne.
Photo by NJScott***ON THE ROAD*** via Flickr
- 224 Red Bull Arena Home to a cheesy New York minor-league sports team named after an "energy drink." Harrison.
- 225 Albert Music Hall 350 seat concert hall featuring country, bluegrass and pinelands music. Usually seven 30-minute sets each Saturday night.
- 226 The Jackson Whites
- 227 Absecon Lighthouse New Jersey's tallest lighthouse and the third tallest masonry lighthouse in the United States is over 150 years old. Climb the 228 steps to the top if want a view of Atlantic City, the wetlands and the Pine Barrens. You can also see the original first-order Fresnel Lens. Atlantic City.
Absecon Lighthouse via Wikipedia
- 228 Franklin Mineral Museum This is known as the fluorescent mineral capital of the world. Franklin.
- 229 Ocean City Historic District
- 230 Mullica Hill Settled in the late 1600s and built mostly during the Civil War era. The entire town is on the National Register of Historic Places. About three dozen antiques shops, most near or on Main Street. The Old Mill Antique Center has three floors in a pre-Revolutionary War mill. Festivals include the Antiques Street Fair in April, and the Festival of Antiques in June, a Ghost Walk in October and Christmas House Tours.
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