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Bloomfield is a township in Essex County, New Jersey, about 15 miles west of Manhattan. Settled in the 17th century and named in 1796 for Revolutionary War general and governor Joseph Bloomfield, it grew as a mill town along the Second River and the old Morris Canal, and later as an industrial and commuter suburb.
The historic Bloomfield Green, lined with colonial-era houses and the white-steepled Presbyterian church, is the heart of the town and one of the most picturesque greens in northern New Jersey. Nearby, the Historical Society of Bloomfield keeps a small museum of local history, and the Oakeside Bloomfield Cultural Center hosts concerts and events in a grand historic mansion.
Brookdale Park and Watsessing Park, both designed by the Olmsted Brothers firm for Essex County, offer lawns, sports fields and, at Brookdale, a rose garden. Bloomfield Center has restaurants from many cuisines and a train station with direct service toward Newark and New York, making the town an easy day out from the city.
The town's colonial-era green, once a militia training ground, surrounded by historic homes and the white-steepled Presbyterian church that dates to the 1790s. It is part of a historic district and hosts community events and holiday lighting. Stroll the perimeter to see the architecture.
A grand mansion built for the Oakes family, owners of a local woolen mill, now run as a cultural center hosting concerts, art shows, lectures and private events. Its landscaped grounds are lovely in spring and summer. Check the events calendar, as the house opens mainly for programs.
A performing arts venue in a handsome former Presbyterian church on the Bloomfield College campus, now part of Montclair State University. It hosts concerts, plays and dance and student productions in an intimate setting. Check the season schedule online, and allow time to stroll the nearby Bloomfield Green.
A small volunteer-run museum with collections on Bloomfield's past, from colonial times and the Morris Canal to its mills, factories and famous residents. Displays include photographs, maps, clothing and household objects. Opening hours are limited, so check before visiting or call to arrange a visit.
A large Essex County park on the Bloomfield and Montclair border, designed by the Olmsted Brothers firm, with wide lawns, sports fields, a running track, a dog park and playgrounds. Its rose garden blooms from late May through fall. It is a favorite for picnics, jogging and summer concerts.
Bloomfield's downtown around Broad Street and Bloomfield Avenue, with a growing mix of restaurants and cafes serving many cuisines, plus shops, a public plaza and the train station. It is a good place for lunch or dinner after visiting the green. Weekend evenings are lively; street parking is metered.
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