About this city
Also known as: The Birthplace of a President
Conveniently positioned in the rolling upland ridge country of western Essex County, Caldwell is an affluent and historic borough within the New York metropolitan area. Incorporated in 1892, the community was named in honor of the Reverend James Caldwell, a heroic 'fighting parson' of the American Revolutionary War. Caldwell achieved lasting national prominence as the official birthplace of Grover Cleveland, the 22nd and 24th President of the United States, who remains the only president born in the state of New Jersey. Today, the town functions as a highly connected, tranquil suburban educational hub, anchoring Caldwell University. The picturesque community carefully coordinates its prestigious residential real estate and elite public school systems with a charming historic main street packed with upscale dining spots and independent shops.
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Suggested stay: 1 day
Tour the grand 19th-century historic rooms and presidential archives at the Grover Cleveland Birthplace State Historic Site. Explore the beautifully landscaped lawns and collegiate plazas at Caldwell University. Stroll down Bloomfield Avenue to enjoy independent cafes and upscale dining.
