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Haddonfield
Haddonfield blends a nationally recognized historic downtown with more than 200 shops and galleries, a deep dining scene, PATCO rail access, Revolutionary-era history and one of New Jersey's most famous dinosaur discoveries.
Haddonfield at a glance
Historic downtown, PATCO access and a distinctive identity
Haddonfield is one of South Jersey's best-known historic boroughs, pairing a walkable Kings Highway and Haddon Avenue business district with preserved architecture, Revolutionary-era sites, independent shops and restaurants, and direct PATCO rail service to Philadelphia.
Local resources
History & landmarks
The 18th-century tavern where the New Jersey Legislature met in 1777 and the colony-to-state designation was formalized. The state site is currently under restoration and should not be assumed open for routine tours.
The Haddonfield discovery site is a National Historic Landmark. The 1858 excavation produced the world's first nearly complete dinosaur skeleton mounted for public exhibition.
The dinosaur has become a Haddonfield symbol and is one of the attractions PATCO highlights for visitors arriving in town.
Much of central Haddonfield is covered by a designated historic district, making preservation review an important part of local planning and real estate.
Historic house at 343 Kings Highway East associated with the Haddonfield Historical Society and listed on the National Register.
Walkable commercial corridor combining locally owned shops, galleries, restaurants, events and historic streetscape.
Schools
3 Lincoln Avenue · elementary school.
501 W. Redman Avenue.
1 Glover Avenue.
5 Lincoln Avenue · grades 6-8.
401 Kings Highway East · borough high school.
95 Grove Street · 856-429-7510.
Churches, cemeteries & funeral services
200 Windsor Avenue.
29 Warwick Road.
19 Kings Highway East.
124 Kings Highway East.
326 Belmont Avenue.
402 Kings Highway East.
Historic Quaker burial ground associated with Haddonfield Friends Meeting.
15 West End Avenue.
81 N. Haddon Avenue.
Municipal essentials
242 Kings Highway East · 856-429-4700.
Kings Highway West & Washington Avenue. Daily parking, bike racks and ADA access.
60 N. Haddon Avenue.
Explore Haddonfield
Business & ShoppingFood & DrinkVisiting & LodgingLocal information reviewed September 17, 2026. Addresses, hours, menus and operating details can change; confirm time-sensitive information directly with the organization.
