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Located in Middlesex County, New Jersey, New Brunswick was founded in 1681. Johnson & Johnson has been headquartered here since 1886. Rutgers University (1766) is one of the oldest colleges in America.
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Founded 1681 | Population 57,000 | Peak 57,000 (2024) | County Middlesex County

Top 10 Most Important Events for New Brunswick, New Jersey

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1681 Founded: Raritan River settlement.
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1766 Rutgers: Rutgers University founded.
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1886 J&J: Johnson & Johnson founded.
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1886 Higher Education: Educational institutions helped define New Brunswick's character and economy.
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2010 Modern Era: New Brunswick continued to develop as part of the region, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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Complete Historical Timeline

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Did You Know?

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Johnson & Johnson has been headquartered here since 1886.
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Rutgers University (1766) is one of the oldest colleges in America.
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Known as the 'Hub City' and 'Healthcare City.'.
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New Brunswick is located in Middlesex County, New Jersey.
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New Brunswick was founded in 1681.

Famous People from New Brunswick, New Jersey

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Michael Douglas
Actor, Film Producer · Born Sep 25, 1944 · Age 81
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Paul Wesley
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Alan Guth
Astronomer, Professor · Born Feb 27, 1947 · Age 78
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Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone
Sprinter, Athletics Competitor · Born Aug 7, 1999 · Age 26
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Jalen Brunson
Basketball Player · Born Aug 31, 1996 · Age 29

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