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Vineland, New Jersey

Located in Cumberland County, New Jersey, Vineland was established in 1861. Welch's Grape Juice was invented in Vineland by Thomas Welch. Largest city by area in New Jersey (68.4 sq mi).

Founded 1861 | Population 63,000 | Peak 63,000 (2024) | County Cumberland County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Vineland, New Jersey

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1861 Founded: Charles Landis planned community.

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1897 Welch's Grape Juice: Thomas Welch develops pasteurized grape juice.

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1952 Incorporated: Vineland was officially incorporated as a city.

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2010 Modern Era: Vineland continued to develop as part of the region, with new infrastructure and community amenities.

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Complete Historical Timeline

1861 Culture

Founded

1897 Business

Welch's Grape Juice

1952 Government

Incorporated

2010 Culture

Modern Era

Did You Know?

Welch's Grape Juice was invented in Vineland by Thomas Welch.

Largest city by area in New Jersey (68.4 sq mi).

Founded as a planned temperance community — no alcohol sales.

Vineland is located in Cumberland County, New Jersey.

Vineland was founded in 1861.

Famous People from Vineland, New Jersey

Matthew Lipman

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