New Jersey State Library, Trenton

Name: New Jersey State Library
Address: 185 West State St Box 520, Trenton, United States

#40 among attractions in Trenton

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The New Jersey State Library, based in Trenton, New Jersey, was established in 1796 to serve the information needs of New Jersey's Governor, Legislature and Judiciary. The State Library is also responsible to assist in the provision of library and information services to all New Jersey residents. The State Library is an affiliate of Thomas Edison State University and is located in the Capitol Complex in Trenton. ()

Coordinates: 40°13'15"N, 74°46'20"W

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185 West State St Box 520Downtown TrentonTrenton United States

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New Jersey State Library – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Trenton Thunder Ballpark, Sun National Bank Center, Trenton Battle Monument, New Jersey State House.

1.4 miSE
Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue, Sport
Trenton Thunder Ballpark, Trenton
35 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Trenton, New Jersey, the Trenton Thunder Ballpark is a quintessential American experience, offering the timeless charm of baseball to locals and tourists alike. This beloved ballpark is the cornerstone of the city's sports culture, where the...
1 miSE
Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue, Sport
Sun National Bank Center, Trenton
25 min walk • The Sun National Bank Center, an impressive arena nestled in the historic city of Trenton, New Jersey, stands as a beacon of entertainment and community gatherings. With its versatile space and dynamic atmosphere, this center has become a hub for a wide array of...
0.5 miNE
Memorial
Trenton Battle Monument, Trenton
14 min walk • The Trenton Battle Monument is a massive column-type structure in the Battle Monument section of Trenton, Mercer County, New Jersey, United States.
~570 ftE
Historic state edifice with guided tours
New Jersey State House, Trenton
3 min walk • The New Jersey State House is located in Trenton and is the capitol building for the U.S. state of New Jersey. Built in 1792, it is the third-oldest state house in continuous legislative use in the United States; only the Maryland State Capitol in Annapolis and the Virginia State Capitol in Richmond are older.
~1870 ftE
Church
Cathedral of St. Mary of the Assumption, Trenton
10 min walk • The Cathedral of St. Mary of the Assumption, also known simply as St. Mary’s Cathedral, is the Catholic cathedral in Trenton, New Jersey, United States. Along with the Co-Cathedral of St. Robert Bellarmine in Freehold, it is the seat of the Diocese of Trenton.
0.7 miSE
Museum, History museum, Specialty museum
William Trent House, Trenton
17 min walk • The William Trent House is a historic building located at 15 Market Street in Trenton, Mercer County, New Jersey. It was built in 1719 for William Trent and is the oldest building in Trenton. He founded the eponymous town, which became the capital of New Jersey. It has served as the residence for three Governors.
~1460 ftSE
Concerts and shows, History museum, Theater
Trenton War Memorial, Trenton
8 min walk • Trenton and Mercer County War Memorial-Soldiers' and Sailors' Memorial Building, known as the Trenton War Memorial, is located in Trenton, Mercer County, New Jersey, United States. The building was built in 1930 and was added to the National Register of Historic Places on December 11, 1986. It was designed by Louis S.
0.4 miE
Church
St. Michael's Church, Trenton
10 min walk • Established in 1703, St. Michael's Church in downtown Trenton, Mercer County, New Jersey, United States, is a founding parish of the Episcopal Diocese of New Jersey. Its present building located at 140 North Warren Street was built in 1747–1748, and was renovated in 1810 and 1847–1848.
0.7 miE
City hall
Trenton City Hall, Trenton
19 min walk • Trenton City Hall is located in Trenton, Mercer County, New Jersey, United States. The white marble building was built in 1907 and added to the National Register of Historic Places on January 30, 1978. The building contains murals by American painter Everett Shinn.
0.8 miS
Bridge
Lower Trenton Bridge, Trenton
20 min walk • The Lower Trenton Toll Supported Bridge, commonly called the Lower Free Bridge, Warren Street Bridge or Trenton Makes Bridge, is a two-lane Pennsylvania through truss bridge over the Delaware River between Trenton, New Jersey and Morrisville, Pennsylvania, owned and operated by the Delaware River Joint Toll Bridge Commission.
~1090 ftE
Museum, Military museum, History museum
Old Barracks Museum, Trenton
6 min walk • The Old Barracks Museum, also known just as the Old Barracks, is a historic building located at 101 Barracks Street in Trenton, Mercer County, New Jersey.

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Which popular attractions are close to New Jersey State Library?

Nearby attractions include New Jersey State House, Trenton (3 min walk), State House Historic District, Trenton (4 min walk), Thomas Edison State University, Trenton (6 min walk), Old Barracks Museum, Trenton (6 min walk).

How to get to New Jersey State Library by public transport?

The nearest stations to New Jersey State Library:

Light rail

Trenton • Lines: River Line (24 min walk)
Hamilton Avenue • Lines: River Line (28 min walk)

Train

Trenton (26 min walk)