Prospect House, Princeton

Name: Prospect House
Address: Princeton, United States

#30 among attractions in Princeton

Park, Relax in park, Neo-renaissance architecture

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Prospect House, known also as just Prospect, is a historic house on the Princeton University campus in Princeton, Mercer County, New Jersey, United States. Built in 1851, it is a fine example of the work of architect John Notman who helped popularize Italianate architecture in America. Notable residents include Woodrow Wilson during his tenure as president of the university. The building now serves as a faculty club. It was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1985 for its architecture and historic associations. ()

Built: 1851 (173 years ago)Elevation: 190 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 40°20'48"N, 74°39'23"W

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Prospect House – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Princeton University Art Museum, Princeton University Chapel, Princeton Shopping Center, McCarter Theatre.

~350 ftW
Museum, Modern art museum, Art museum
Princeton University Art Museum, Princeton
2 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Princeton University in New Jersey, the Princeton University Art Museum is a gateway to a world of artistic splendor, with a collection that spans over 5,000 years of world history. As an art gallery of considerable repute, this institution...
~810 ftN
Church, Gothic Revival architecture, Historical place
Princeton University Chapel, Princeton
4 min walk • The Princeton University Chapel is located on that university's main campus in Princeton, New Jersey, United States. It replaces an older chapel that burned down in 1920.
1.2 miN
Shopping, Shopping centre
Princeton Shopping Center, Princeton
31 min walk • The Princeton Shopping Center is an open-air shopping mall in Princeton, New Jersey. Encompassing 255,000 square feet and around fifty stores and restaurants, the center is known for its distinctive mid-century design. It is also known for its community-based atmosphere and appeal.
~1460 ftSW
Concerts and shows, Theater
McCarter Theatre, Princeton
8 min walk • McCarter Theatre Center is a not-for-profit, professional company on the campus of Princeton University in Princeton, New Jersey. The institution is currently led by Artistic Director Sarah Rasmussen and Managing Director Michael S. Rosenberg.
1 miS
40°19'59"N • 74°39'37"W
Springdale Golf Club, Princeton
25 min walk • Golf
~1410 ftNW
Church
Nassau Presbyterian Church, Princeton
7 min walk • The Nassau Presbyterian Church is a historic congregation located at 61 Nassau Street in Princeton, New Jersey, United States. It has been the home of many important figures in the history of Presbyterianism in the United States as a result of its proximity to Princeton University and the Princeton Theological Seminary.
~1450 ftN
Concerts and shows, Cinema, Theater
Princeton Garden Theatre, Princeton
7 min walk • The Princeton Garden Theatre is a historic movie theater on Nassau Street in Princeton, New Jersey. Owned by Princeton University, it is operated by Renew Theaters, a non-profit which manages golden-age movie theaters.
~1140 ftN
Playground, Library, Park
Cotsen Children's Library, Princeton
6 min walk • The Cotsen Children's Library is a specialist library within the Department of Rare Books and Special Collections at Princeton University Library.
~1070 ftNW
Neighbourhood, Georgian architecture
Princeton Historic District, Princeton
6 min walk • The Princeton Historic District is a 370-acre historic district located in Princeton, New Jersey that was listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places in 1975.
~1420 ftNW
Gothic Revival architecture, Library
Princeton University Library, Princeton
7 min walk • Princeton University Library is the main library system of Princeton University. With holdings of more than 7 million books, 6 million microforms, and 48,000 linear feet of manuscripts, it is among the largest libraries in the world by number of volumes. The main headquarters of the university system is the Harvey S.
~1420 ftNW
Arch
FitzRandolph Gate, Princeton
7 min walk • FitzRandolph Gate is a wrought-iron structure that serves as the official entrance of Princeton University, standing in front of Nassau Hall on Nassau Street in Princeton, New Jersey.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Prospect House?

Nearby attractions include Frist Campus Center, Princeton (2 min walk), Princeton University Art Museum, Princeton (2 min walk), Princeton University, Princeton (4 min walk), Princeton University Chapel, Princeton (4 min walk).

How to get to Prospect House by public transport?

The nearest stations to Prospect House:

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Princeton (9 min walk)