Morven
Also known as Richard Stockton Birthplace and House
About Morven
Morven, at 55 Stockton St., was added to the National Register of Historic Places on Jan 25, 1971. It was named a National Historic Landmark on Jul 17, 1971, one of 54 in New Jersey. It was among the first 4 of Princeton’s 20 listings. The Register lists it for its military, politics and architecture, at the national level. The listing covers 5 acres. Two more Register listings are within a quarter mile.
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1971 to today
- 1971Added to the National Register of Historic Places
- 1971Named a National Historic Landmark
- 2026On the Register for 55 years
Make it a walk: 5 landmarks in about 15 minutes
55 Stockton St., Princeton · about 0.5 miles on foot, as the crow flies
7 more Register listings within a mile
★ National Historic Landmark · D district · B building · S site. Each opens its own page.
Other National Historic Landmarks nearby
The nearest Landmarks with a photo, within 25 miles, and the year each was named.
Memories of Morven
The record says what it is. Neighbors know what it means.
Your answer becomes a post in Town Square.
Questions about Morven
Is Morven on the National Register of Historic Places?
Yes. It was added on Jan 25, 1971 (Register number 71000503).
Is Morven a National Historic Landmark?
Yes, since Jul 17, 1971. New Jersey has 54 National Historic Landmarks, 9 of them in Princeton.
Can you visit Morven?
Yes: it is open to visitors. Check opening times before you go.
Sources: National Park Service, National Register of Historic Places (05/22/2026) · Wikidata. Map tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors.