 Historic
Chester, NJ once know as "Black River" was
established in the early 1700’s. It’s rich history
includes professions in the early days such as
farming the area’s rich lands, mining, milling and
inn-keeping until iron ore brought prosperity to the
area in the latter half of the 1800’s. The majority
of the buildings erected along Main St. during this
boom period were used as shops for the merchants.
Today, many of these same buildings are still used
in that same capacity. Mining declined and the area
returned to farming as the primary business of the
Chester area. Farms, their bountiful farm stands and
"pick-your-own" fields continue to operate in the
Chester area.The Borough of Chester experienced a
major change in the 70’s with the establishment of
unique retail shops featuring crafts, collectibles,
clothes, gifts, eateries and numerous antique
stores. Throughout the 90’s the town evolved from a
well known antique center to a more diversified
shopping area offering a selection of specialty
stores. While there are still several excellent
antique and memorabilia stores there are also over
100 shops including jewelry, unique gifts,
furnishings, pets, confections, restaurants,
clothing and accessories to name a few. A modern day
visit to Chester allows you to go back in history if
only for a brief stay.
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