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Atlantic County Government DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATION OFFICE OF CULTURAL AND HERITAGE AFFAIRS |
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Phone Number: (609) 927-2212 Hours: Call for hours. Admission is free. Web Site: www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/historic/index.htmlAddress: 1000 Shore Road,
Meetings: Museum: Somers Mansion was built around 1725 by Richard Somers, the son of an early settler. The three-story brick dwelling, the oldest house in Atlantic County, contains 18th-century furnishings. An interesting architectural detail is the interior woodwork decorated with heart-shaped perforations. Collection: A textile collection includes locally fashioned quilts, coverlets and samplers. Specialty: Maintained and operated by NJ DEP, Parks & Forestry. Produced in cooperation with the Atlantic Heritage Center. |