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Bloomfield, New Jersey

Located in Essex County, New Jersey, Bloomfield was established in 1812. Adjacent to Newark and Montclair. Bloomfield College is here.

Founded 1812 | Population 51,000 | Peak 51,000 (2024) | County Essex County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Bloomfield, New Jersey

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1812 Founded: Bloomfield was founded in Essex County.

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1812 Incorporated: Essex County.

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1890 Higher Education: Educational institutions helped define Bloomfield's character and economy.

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2010 Modern Era: Bloomfield continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.

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Complete Historical Timeline

1812 Culture

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1812 Government

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1890 Culture

Higher Education

2010 Culture

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Did You Know?

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Adjacent to Newark and Montclair.

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Bloomfield College is here.

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Essex County township.

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Bloomfield was founded in 1812.

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Bloomfield has a population of approximately 51,000.

Famous People from Bloomfield, New Jersey

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Kelly Tripucka

Basketball Player · Born Feb 16, 1959 · Age 67

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Randolph Bourne

Writer · Born May 30, 1886 · Died Dec 22, 1918 (age 32)

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