Metuchen

Metuchen became a borough in 1900 having been a part of the much large Raritan Township. Many New York professionals, artists and literary figures began moving to Metuchen at this time, including Harper's Magazine editor, Henry James Alden. The Alden home became the site of many cultural activities attended by the likes of Mark Twain and Joyce Kilmer. Alden's stepdaughter, Aline, married Kilmer in 1914. Glen Ridge challenged Metuchen to the title of "Brainy Boro," and after each community lists its celebrities, Metuchen won easily.

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Borough of Metuchen
500 Main Street
Metuchen, New Jersey 08840
Phone: 732-632-8512
Fax : 732-603-8763