1934:THE WILLIAM TRENT HOUSE

Thankfully, there were a few historic landmarks that weren't destroyed by past Trenton town fathers. The William Trenton house is probably the most significant historic treasure in the city. As I think of "Old Town" in Philadelphia, I can't help but wonder whatever possessed our Trenton forefathers to destroy all those historical Colonial sites in Trenton that were every bit as precious as those preserved in Philadelphia.

1934: RENOVATING "WOODLAWN;" THE WILLIAM TRENT HOUSE

Like all humans, aging takes a toll. As can be seen in the photo above, this is what today's William Trenton House looked like before it was restored to perfection. The stately old home has a magnificent history dating to 1719; well before the Revolutionary War. Note that the article gives the old structure a South Warren Street address. In the intervening years, South Warren Street is no more, having been terminated near West Front Street when Trenton began renovating the Cooper, Union, Lamberton Street area. The stately historic building is open daily from 12:30 P,M. to 4 P.M. Information can be obtained by calling 609-989-3027.

1937: The William Trent House

This beautiful photo of Trenton's historic William Trent House was taken over 70 years ago. The photographer got just the right angle and just the right lighting.