A 200-Year-Old Abandoned House Full of Antiques (New Jersey)
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Somewhere in a bustling New Jersey township lies a home steeped in nearly two centuries of history. Its story begins in 1824, when Samuel, a farmer with a vision, acquired land along a quiet river. By 1826, he had constructed a stately home for his son, Cornelius, a gift of permanence in an ever-changing world, meant to stand the test of time.
In 1847, Samuel’s passing marked the next chapter, as the property was willed to Cornelius. Here, Cornelius raised his family and carried on the family name, but time, as it often does, brought change. The house passed to the children of Cornelius, who sold it again in 1869, and over the next several decades, the property transitioned through various owners. Among them were Eliza and Jane, who nurtured the estate before financial hardship led to its seizure for unpaid taxes in 1900.
In 1915, the property was ultimately purchased by Mr. Elmer, who saw not just a house, but a home. He preserved its character, living there until he passed it on to his son, Graham.
With his wife Edith by his side, they inherited the house. Together, they transformed the parlor downstairs into the heart of their artesian well business, supplying water solutions to the surrounding community. The enterprise thrived for years before falling silent in 1996, leaving the home abandoned but filled with echoes of its industrious past.
Today, the house endures as a relic of a fading past, preserving its Classical-Revival fireplace mantle and other original features despite the passage of time. Its abandoned rooms now house a treasure trove of antiques and artifacts, offering a glimpse into its storied past. Recognized in 1983 on the National Register of Historic Places, the home quietly guards the stories of generations who lived, worked, and dreamed within its walls.
From its origins as a family estate to its later role as a center of innovation, this home embodies the layers of history that shaped its township. Join me as I step inside this forgotten landmark to uncover the secrets it still holds.
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00:00 Introduction
03:55 Explomo – Winter opener
04:06 Where did I step into?
05:18 Former kitchen
07:45 Archives & sketches
10:45 Dark basement
14:42 Artesian well business
22:13 Magnificent piano
26:15 Upstairs
28:33 Antique red chair room
30:35 Former bedroom
32:00 Side storage?
33:08 Another bedroom
36:26 Serious leakage
40:20 Antiques & memories
43:02 Attic surprise
47:02 Outro
47:38 Next week on Explomo
26 Comments
I love the drafting table. Those are so expensive. The file cabinets in the basement look like there may have once been a flood. That "typewriter" looking machine is an adding machine. This was used before the invention of electronic calculators. The pianofortes are so gorgeous! Especially the one on the main floor. All the furniture in the home part of the house is wonderful. "Graham" is pronounced "gram" in America. If I am not mistaken the vase in the attic is majolica ware pottery, very expensive. Excellent find. Thank you for sharing. Cheers. ❤
Love this home the crank item on the walls with the dial of holes is a pencil sharpener. I love the piano it's was cute. I enjoyed all the file cabinets and the Old fashion adding machine.Bravo for an awesome adventure.
Thanks!
What a find, Maureno. This adventure was wonderful. The woman's name Edith is pronounced E-dith. The small wheels on the chair are called casters.
Great Job. Bravo❤
New Jersey! That’s my state! Can’t wait Maureno 😊😊😊
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Talking about lamps you the place I'm care taking right now the history is amazing here .
Should see the place sorry
Piano about early 1800s ?
A buddy of mine spent most of his time in turkey doing the underground boring. For their tunnel systems.
See the feet of the piano represent 1700s style of history
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The old hamm radio system. 😂❤
Peace out ❤
I live in New jersey
Awesome place, and what a shame all those cool antique pieces are not restored and used, or even put in museums!
nice old siren