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Summit, New Jersey

Summit is a Union County city known for its vibrant downtown, strong schools, historic neighborhoods, parks, arts resources, and convenient access to New York City.

Use this NJTGO guide to explore Summit government, schools, businesses, restaurants, parks, recreation, historic places, real estate, jobs, and visitor information.

Downtown Summit New Jersey
CountyUnion County
ZIP Code07901
Known ForDowntown, schools, parks, arts, and commuter access
City Hall512 Springfield Avenue

Explore Summit

GovernmentCity Hall and municipal departments. EducationPublic schools, private schools, and education resources. Arts & EntertainmentArts, music, theater, and entertainment. Business & ShoppingLocal businesses, stores, and professional services. Food & DrinkRestaurants, cafés, bakeries, and dining. Historic PlacesHistoric sites, landmarks, and local history. ParksParks, fields, playgrounds, and outdoor spaces. Places of WorshipFaith communities and houses of worship. Sports & RecreationSports, fitness, recreation, and leisure activities. Real EstateLiving in Summit and local real estate resources. Visiting & LodgingVisitor information and lodging resources. ClassifiedsLocal classified listings. JobsLocal job listings. CemeteriesCemeteries, funeral homes, and monuments. Clubs & OrganizationsCommunity groups and organizations.

Featured Summit Highlights

Downtown SummitShopping, restaurants, professional services, and walkable local streets.
Reeves-Reed ArboretumA well-known local garden, education, and nature destination.
Visual Arts Center of New JerseyA major arts resource located in Summit.
Summit Opera HouseA historic local landmark connected to Summit's civic history.

Why Visit Summit?

Summit combines a vibrant downtown, attractive neighborhoods, parks, arts programming, shopping, dining, and convenient transportation access. It is one of Union County's most recognizable communities and a strong destination for visitors, residents, and local businesses.

Downtown ExperienceExplore restaurants, shops, services, and community activity in the downtown district.
Arts & CultureVisit local arts organizations, galleries, music resources, and historic venues.
Parks & RecreationSummit includes parks, fields, trails, recreation facilities, and outdoor spaces.
Local LifestyleSummit is known for strong schools, civic resources, and a high-quality residential setting.

Nearby Towns

Chatham Township Millburn Mountainside New Providence Springfield

Official Web Site

What is now the city of Summit was originally incorporated as Summit Township on March 23, 1869, from portions of New Providence Township (now Berkeley Heights) and Springfield Township. Summit was reincorporated as a city on March 8, 1899.

Government

City of Summit
512 Springfield Ave
Summit, NJ 07901
908-273-6400

Departments

Construction Official 908-273-6407

Court Administrator 908-273-6166

Fire - 911
(Non-Emergency) 908-277-1033

First Aid - 911
(Non-Emergency) 908-277-9479

Health Department 908-277-6464

Library - 908-273-0350

Office of Emergency Management (OEM) 908-522-3600

Police - 911
(Non-emergency) 908-273-0051

Public Works 908-273-6404

Recreation 908-277-2932

Senior Citizens 908-277-2932

Tax Collector's Office 908-522-3601

Tax Assessor 908-522-3601

Education

Summit Public Schools
14 Beekman Terrace
Summit, NJ 07901
908-918-2100

Board of Education

PTA

Jefferson Primary School - Elementary Grades Pre-K & K
110 Ashwood Ave
Summit, NJ 07901
908-918-2160

Wilson Primary School - Elementary Grades Pre-K & K
14 Beekman Terrace
Summit, NJ 07901
908-918-2175

Brayton School - Elementary Grades 1 - 5
89 Tulip Street
Summit, NJ 07901
908-273-1276

Franklin School - Elementary Grades 1 - 5
136 Blackburn Road
Summit, NJ 07901
908-277-2613

Jefferson School - Elementary Grades 1 - 5
110 Ashwood Ave
Summit, NJ 07901
908-273-3807

Lincoln-Hubbard School - Elementary Grades 1 - 5
52 Woodland Ave
Summit, NJ 07901
908-273-1333

Washington School - Elementary Grades 1 - 5
507 Morris Ave
Summit, NJ 07901
908-273-0817

Lawton C Johnson Summit Middle School - Grades 6 - 8
272 Morris Ave
Summit, NJ 07901
908-273-1190

Summit High School - Grades 9 - 12
125 Kent Place Blvd
Summit, NJ 07901
908-273-1494

Private schools

Bilingual Buds Immersion School for Children
587 Springfield Avenue
Summit, NJ 07901
908-598-8088

Kent Place School
42 Norwood Avenue
Summit, NJ 07902
908-273-0900

Oak Knoll School of The Holy Child
44 Blackburn Road
Summit, NJ 07901
908-522-8109

Oratory Preparatory School
One Beverly Road
Summit, NJ 07901
908-273-1084

St Theresa of Avila Preschool-Kindergarten
306 Morris Ave
Summit, NJ 07901
908-277-6043


Arts & Entertainment

Art

Cooking

Dance

Martial Arts

Music

Performing Arts / Theaters

Cemeteries

Funeral Homes & Monuments

Clubs and Organizations

Historic Places

Historical Society

Summit Historical Society
90 Butler Parkway
Summit, NJ 07901
908-277-1747

Summit Opera House
2 Kent Blvd
Summit, NJ 07901

The building on this site was designed in 1893
for the Women's Temperance Union by architect
Theodore Mead, Jr. In return for title to the
property, Civil War veteran Joel G. Van Cise
completed the construction and provided the
W.C.T.U. with a local headquarters. He also used
the site as a rostrum when he ran for
U.S. President on the Prohibition Party ticket.

Parks

Places of Worship

Sports & Leisure

Amusement

Baseball

Basketball

Bowling

Diving Instruction

Equestrian

Fishing

Fitness

Football

Golf

Gymnastics

Hockey

Lacrosse

Soccer

Swimming

Tennis

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