Goodspeed Histories: Part 3, The County House

The Freeholders’ Surprise

During the years 1791-1793, a new courthouse for Hunterdon County was constructed in Flemington. Before it was finished, a complication emerged that connected the courthouse lot with Alexander’s tavern on Main Street.

Construction began after June 1, 1791, when a large gathering took place in Flemington to celebrate. The event was reported in what was either a Trenton or Philadelphia newspaper. Don’t miss Goodspeed Histories, PART 3 of THE COUNTY HOUSE