Located in Essex County, New Jersey, East Orange was established in 1863. Separated from the Township of Orange in 1863. Adjacent to Newark in Essex County.
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Founded1863|Population65,000|Peak65,000(2024)|CountyEssex County
Top 10 Most Important Events for East Orange, New Jersey
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1863Split from Orange: Separate township.
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1863Higher Education: Educational institutions helped define East Orange's character and economy.
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1899City Status: Incorporated as city.
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1913Economic Development: East Orange grew through manufacturing and industry.
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1967Unrest: Civil rights era unrest.
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1863Government
Split from Orange
1863Culture
Higher Education
1899Government
City Status
1913Industry
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1967Politics
Unrest
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Separated from the Township of Orange in 1863.
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Adjacent to Newark in Essex County.
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Predominantly African American community.
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East Orange has a population of approximately 65,000.
Famous People from East Orange, New Jersey
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Richard Thaler
Economist · Born Sep 12, 1945 · Age 80
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Lauryn Hill
Actor, Singer · Born May 26, 1975 · Age 50
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Dionne Warwick
Actor, Singer · Born Dec 12, 1940 · Age 85
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James Blish
Writer, Literary Critic · Born May 23, 1921 · Died Jul 30, 1975 (age 54)
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Naturi Naughton
Actor, Singer · Born May 20, 1984 · Age 41
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