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East Brunswick, New Jersey

Located in Middlesex County, New Jersey, East Brunswick was established in 1860. Central NJ township in Middlesex County. Near Rutgers University in New Brunswick.
Founded 1860 | Population 48,000 | Peak 48,000 (2024) | County Middlesex County

Top 10 Most Important Events for East Brunswick, New Jersey

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1860Township: Central NJ.
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1890Higher Education: Educational institutions helped define East Brunswick's character and economy.
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1910Economic Development: East Brunswick grew through manufacturing and industry.
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2010Modern Era: East Brunswick continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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Complete Historical Timeline

1860 Government
Township
1890 Culture
Higher Education
1910 Industry
Economic Development
2010 Culture
Modern Era

Did You Know?

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Central NJ township in Middlesex County.
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Near Rutgers University in New Brunswick.
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Diverse suburban community.
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East Brunswick was founded in 1860.
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East Brunswick has a population of approximately 48,000.

Famous People from East Brunswick, New Jersey

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Dulé Hill
Actor, Dancer · Born May 3, 1975 · Age 50
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Mr. Lawrence
Screenwriter, Actor · Born Jan 1, 1969 · Age 57
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Aaron Yoo
Actor, Stage Actor · Born May 12, 1979 · Age 46
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Hallie Eisenberg
Actor, Television Actor · Born Dec 1, 1992 · Age 33
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Brian Selznick
Writer, Illustrator · Born Jul 14, 1966 · Age 59
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