Cadmus-Folly House(Cadmus House) isa historic Dutch-American sandstone house located in Fair Lawn, Bergen County, New Jersey, United States. The house was added to the National Register of Historic Places on January 10, 1983.
History
- 1808: The house was built by landowner Jacob Haring and his wife, Margaret, as a two-room farmhouse on their extensive farmland.
- 1815: The Harings sold the house to Abraham and Harmones Van Derbeek.
- 1816: The Van Derbeeks sold the house to Thomas Cadmus and his wife, Margaret. The house has been known as the Cadmus House ever since.
- 1850s: The house was expanded to its current size with the addition of a kitchen wing and a second floor.
- 1983: The house was added to the National Register of Historic Places.
- 1985: The Cadmus House has a rich and varied history, serving many purposes and housing a diverse group of occupants over the years. Prior to its relocation in 1985, it even functioned as a real estate office. When faced with demolition to make way for new development, the house was rescued by a group of concerned Fair Lawn citizens determined to safeguard their town's heritage. Through their efforts, the building was preserved and transformed into the Cadmus House-Fair Lawn Museum, ensuring that a piece of the town's past would endure for future generations.
Architecture
Cadmus House is a typical example of Dutch Colonial architecture. It is a 1 1/2-story sandstone building with a gambrel roof. The house features a symmetrical facade with a center entrance and two windows on either side. The interior of the house retains many original features, including two fireplaces with old cookware.
<sup>1</sup> It currently serves as the official museum for the Borough of Fair Lawn
Museum
Today, Cadmus House serves as the official museum for the Borough of Fair Lawn. The museum houses a collection of historical artifacts related to the history of Fair Lawn, ranging from Native American arrowheads to World War I and II uniforms. There are also maps from the 1880s, old farm tools, and parts of the former Hopper-Croucher farmhouse.
Visiting the Museum:
- Location: 14-01 Politt Drive, Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
- Hours: Open on Memorial Day during the parade and by request. Please call (201) 796-7692 to schedule a tour.
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