Goshen, New Jersey
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Route 47, also known as Delsea Drive, runs directly through the center of the community.
History
The area was settled by Aaron Leaming, who began raising cattle in 1693. By 1710 there was a settlement. Goshen's first industry was a king crab mill and a canning factory. Shipbuilding and lumbering industries flourished. A post office was established in 1818, with Richard Thompson Jr. as the first postmaster.[3]
The Garrison shipyard on Goshen Creek had stocks for the simultaneous construction of two vessels, which, upon being launched, were slipped into the water sideways. Between 1859 and 1898, twenty-five ships of record were built there, along with many smaller craft. Around 1900, Cape May County's shipbuilding industry was shut down. The last ship launched by the Goshen shipyard was the Diamond in 1898. Due to the lasting effects of the brackish water there, the remains of the docks are still visible at the end of Goshen Landing Road during low tide.
The Tavern House (circa 1725), on the corner of Route 47 and Goshen Landing Road, is one of the oldest homes in Cape May County. At different times it has been a tavern, hotel, dentist office and residence. While significant changes have been made, much of the original workmanship is still evident. Rough-hewn logs still support the house, and wooden pegs hold the rafters in place.
Demographics
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Goshen was first listed as a census designated place in the 2020 U.S. Census.[6]
As of 2020, the area had a population of 400.[5]
Education
Residents of Goshen attend the Middle Township Public Schools,[7] which operates Middle Township High School.
Countywide schools include Cape May County Technical High School[8][9] and Cape May County Special Services School District.
Notable people
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- Andrew J. Tomlin (1845–1906), awarded the Medal of Honor for his actions in the Civil War.[10]
Wineries
References
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- ↑ State of New Jersey Census Designated Places - BVP20 - Data as of January 1, 2020, United States Census Bureau. Accessed December 1, 2022.
- ↑ Locality Search, State of New Jersey. Accessed June 9, 2016.
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- ↑ Frequently Asked Questions Template:Webarchive, Cape May County Technical High School. Accessed October 27, 2019. "All residents of Cape May County are eligible to attend Cape May County Technical High School.... The Cape May County Technical High School is a public school so there is no cost to residents of Cape May County."
- ↑ Technical High School Admissions Template:Webarchive, Cape May County Technical High School. Accessed October 27, 2019. "All students who are residents of Cape May County may apply to the Technical High School."
- ↑ Andrew J. Tomlin, Congressional Medal of Honor Society of the United States of America. Accessed July 9, 2013.
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