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Hamilton, New Jersey

Located in Mercer County, New Jersey, Hamilton was founded in 1688. Hamilton Township is the largest municipality in Mercer County. Named for Alexander Hamilton.

Founded 1688 | Population 92,000 | Peak 92,000 (2024) | County Mercer County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Hamilton, New Jersey

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1688 Township Formed: One of oldest NJ communities.

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1942 WWII Growth: Proximity to Fort Dix drives growth.

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1960 Parks & Recreation: Hamilton developed parks and recreational facilities that became central to community life.

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1985 Commercial Growth: Major retail and commercial development expanded Hamilton's economic base.

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2000 Trenton Suburb: Affordable suburban community.

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Complete Historical Timeline

1688 Government

Township Formed

1942 Government

WWII Growth

1960 Culture

Parks & Recreation

1985 Business

Commercial Growth

2000 Business

Trenton Suburb

Did You Know?

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Hamilton Township is the largest municipality in Mercer County.

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Named for Alexander Hamilton.

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Home to Grounds for Sculpture, a 42-acre sculpture park.

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Hamilton was founded in 1688.

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Hamilton has a population of approximately 92,000.

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