Piscataway

Piscataway is a township located in the state of New Jersey. The area was first settled by Quakers and Baptists seeking to avoid religious persecution in 1666. The township was formed in December of 1666 and was officially incorporated in February of 1798. Today the town is a popular spot...

Piscataway is a township located in the state of New Jersey. The area was first settled by Quakers and Baptists seeking to avoid religious persecution in 1666. The township was formed in December of 1666 and was officially incorporated in February of 1798. Today the town is a popular spot for families as it offers safe neighborhoods, homes in a variety of price ranges, and local industry including several companies like Colgate-Palmolive and Johnson & Johnson. With the Livingston Campus of Rutgers University located locally, the town has a upscale college feel. Students enrolled in English school in Piscataway should take advantage of Johnson Park. This 473 acre site is run by the county and provides tennis courts and playing fields, paths for jogging and biking and a small petting zoo. It is also home to the East Jersey Olde Town Village, a collection of original, reconstructed and replica 18th and 19th century buildings. There are several additional historic sites in town. The Metlar/Bodine House Museum is a National Historic site that includes local artifacts and memorabilia. The Cornelius Low House / Middlesex County Museum is another interesting stop. This Georgian home built in 1741 houses exhibits that focus on the history of New Jersey. Students taking English courses in Piscataway can also take advantage of the convenient access to transportation into New York City. Piscataway is a short distance from New Brunswick where visitors can catch the Amtrak into New York City’s Penn Station. The train ride is under two hours.