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Nassau Hall, colloquially known as Old Nassau, is the oldest building at Princeton University in Princeton, Mercer County, New Jersey, United States. In 1783 it served as the United States Capitol building for four months.
- Renaissance
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Jun 17, 2015 · Learn how Nassau Hall, the largest stone structure in North America when it opened in 1756, became a symbol of American history and culture. Explore its origins, design, renovations, and role in the American Revolution and the Continental Congress.
Dec 22, 2005 · By Eric Quiñones on Dec. 22, 2005, 4:51 p.m. Princeton University’s renowned Nassau Hall, built in 1756, was named a U.S. national historic landmark in 1960 for its importance in the country’s history. Photo: John Jameson. Nassau Hall, the centerpiece of the Princeton campus, is both a University and national landmark.
Aug 31, 2019 · Discover Nassau Hall in Princeton, New Jersey: Nassau Hall has served as army barracks, a museum, and played a key role in the American Revolution.
Nassau Hall was, at the time of its completion in 1756, the largest stone building in the colonies. It was much admired and provided the inspiration for other college buildings, notably Hollis Hall at Harvard, University Hall at Brown, Dartmouth Hall at Dartmouth, and Queens Hall at Rutgers.
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Location: Nassau Town Hall, 29 Church Street, Nassau, NY 12123 Please contact Julie Otterbeck, Secretary-Treasurer with any questions at 518-766-3197 Current officers are:
Nassau Hall is the largest stone building in the American Colonies, built in 1756 to house the College of New Jersey. It was the site of the Battle of Princeton in 1777, the Continental Congress in 1783, and the peace treaty with Great Britain in 1783. Learn about its architecture, interior, and significance as a symbol of the University.
