Connecticut Farms and Springfield

The Battle of Connecticut Farms took place in June 1780 and was part of Washington's defense against the second British invasion of New Jersey. Using the Watchung Mountains as a barrier to British movement, the Patriots repeatedly dulled the thrusts of both mercenary Hessian and British regular armies. Today, markers detailing the battle can be found by the First Presbyterian Church of Connecticut Farms. Located near the battle site is Liberty Hall, home of William Livingston, Governor of New Jersey from 1776-1790, and a member of the Constitutional Convention. Liberty Hall now houses a museum run by Kean University; the grounds and building feature exhibits on colonial life and the nearby battle.