From Scots-Gaelic meaning wooded hill, Drumthwacket pronounced DRUM-thwak-it) is the name of the…read moreofficial residence of the New Jersey governor. Located at 354 Stockton Street, outside downtown Princeton, my partner and I were honored to achieve tickets for their self-guided tour of this beautiful Greek Revival mansion. The house was purchased by the State of New Jersey in the early 80s. Not all governors live here, but it is used for entertaining and other functions. Upon arrival, New Jersey State Troopers coordinated parking and entry into the mansion. Guests viewed six first-floor public rooms (the Governor's formal dining room, the sun porch, the parlor, the music and/or gathering room, the library, and the Governor's office) joyously decorated by the Garden Clubs of New Jersey using fresh arrangements and greenery that complemented the architecture and decor of each room. Enjoyed holiday piano music in the Music Room and a sweet treat freshly prepared at Greta's House. Docents were available in every room to answer questions. Interior photography was only permitted in the library before the magnificent stone fireplace. The interior was filled with history. The most fascinating part was the wallpaper in the dining room, painted by hand and beautiful. It was most definitely elaborate, ornate, shiny, and beautiful. We think there were some fascinating facts about our history and NJ, which we could recommend.

You'll book your free tickets online . All tours start at…read more1pm. I recommend you arrive 15 mins early. You'll need to park and then walk to the front door to meet your guide. Don't be late. Tour starts on time . Don't miss out. No photos allowed INSIDE. I really enjoyed a wonderful tour by docent Pat . Lovely to see the different room decor. And so nice to hear the history . Special!!

I'm a fan of most old timey downtowns like this one. They are a vanishing breed and need to be…read moreconserved like animal endangered species are. In a state like NJ more and more strip malls and larger malls seem to be gobbling up all available real estate. And then installing every conceivable chain store that can pay the rent. In this town I can thankfully state that there are NO chains that I can see. Even the drugstore is an independent, that strangely even serves as a liquor store. There are about 10 diverse restaurants, several of which are 4 star or better spots. There is also a quality cupcake bakery and a seasonal ice cream shop. A few artsy stores and a few unique clothing shops round out the retail offerings. I urge passing by commuters to exit 295 or 206 and head into town while these businesses are still here. Or if you prefer to support big corporations, continue on your way. You will eventually be inundated with them. 4.25 enjoy it while you got it Yelps

I feel like an update is called for, especially after reading a disgruntled 1 star review that is…read morevery subjective and not( in my opinion) representative of many patron's experiences here. While I sympathize with that person's situation, a bad Yelp review will not remedy those conditions, nor will it accurately portray how good this library is. Since my first review I have visited a handful of other NJ libraries and feel that this branch exceeds almost all of them. As with many things in life, it is the little details that matter. Starting at the entrance, and even at the exit doors( which are somewhat interchangeable ) you encounter book shelves containing FREE books. The subjects vary widely but I like to take a minute or two to scope out the selection. I have found some gems too!( most recently a very clean copy of Hawking's " A brief history of time") As another reviewer noted, there is almost always a book sale going on, the costs are about $1-$3,these books are in very good condition and are organized by subject or genre. As far as their book catalogue goes, most of my favorite fiction authors are represented, and the more contemporary ones are updated with their newer works in a timely manner. Older and critically acclaimed authors are also present, and their better known titles can sometimes be found with more than one copy. Recently I've been taking advantage of their DVD selection and find it to be much better than most other libraries. They seem quick to acquire new releases and many popular premium channel series are available. Skip RedBox and come here if possible. There are many programs and events to attend here as well, mainly for children but adults are not left out. They are now doing Saturday afternoon screenings of various movies, some for the whole family, with others being more R rated.( a recent screening of " American Pastoral" comes to mind) I have found the staff to be very friendly and often find myself discussing books, movies or authors with them. There are plenty of work stations, some with computers and others set up for you to use your own. And some pretty cool seating options too, think cozy couches and big Papasan type cushion chairs. Heck, there's even a table with a communal jigsaw puzzle awaiting completion. As I stated in my prior review, I hope that Mercer County residents and visitors utilize this resource. You might hear me complaining about how my tax $$$ are used, but not in reference to our libraries. 4.24 RIF Yelps

Gorgeous library! It makes this ("real" book) non-reader want to become an avid one!…read more We came for movie rentals only on this quick trip but maybe in the future, we can just relax on their cozy, colorful chairs & read while relaxing. Scored a free pretty bookmark with lots of my favorite color - red - in it.

I would definitely recommend to anyone passing through off the highway to stop in this little…read moreborough for breakfast or coffee. There's even an antique shop and a couple of other stores and restaurants. The scenery is beautiful and the town itself is very quaint with much to offer, including local's recommended bike shops and a spa!

There are very few places in life that you really fall in love with…read more This town is one of them. This is the ideal place to raise a family, work, live and grow old in. It is quaint, idyllic and down right beautiful. The people are also really nice. If i could move here, I would

I know libraries aren't the "sexiest" thing to review on here. We all too often take these…read morewonderfully invaluable resources for granted: whether it's "out of sight, out of mind," or "hey, libraries have always been there, they're not going anywhere." Having lived in half a dozen other states let me tell ya: NJ has some great libraries. We all bitch and moan about taxes, isn't it great to know there's a tangible community asset provided in return for said monies? We're in some dystopian times, so it's refreshing (even comforting) to be reminded that one of society's great equalizers remains available for all to access. As far as COVID logistics: books can be reserved online and "contactless" pickup can also be scheduled there. As an older millennial, I went hybrid by reserving my book online and once an email informed me it was available, I called and spoke to an actual living, friendly human who proceeded to reserve a 15 minute time slot for my pick up. The librarian assigned me the number "2." To pick up, simply head to the rear of the building where you'll encounter a table under the portico. Here, you'll find your requested book (with your name affixed) next to the number 1, 2, or 3. Its location will correspond with the number provided by either the website or the friendly librarian via telephone during the final step of the reservation process. Upon leaving, a librarian came out and actually thanked ME. This felt a bit strange for a multitude of reasons. Rather than an entitled "hey, I'm a taxpayer," I thanked her in return. After all without free and fair dissemination of knowledge and truth, where would we be? That is something I hope to never find out.

Received my library card today and I had an excellent experience. I started the registration…read moreprocess online and completed it in-person. The nice librarian, Lindsey showed me how to use the Libby app and rent books onto my Kindle. Super cute small town library

Beautiful library and very quiet space. There is an outdoor book drop and a section for youth and…read morean upstairs area also for reading, which is very quiet with beautiful decor. There is also a small art gallery upstairs.

Respect given. Respect received. A very simple construct for dealing with law enforcement. I never…read moreunderstood the antagonize your way to a positive outcome approach... unless you want a guest starring role on the next episode of COPS or your nearest YouTube video. In any case, while I wouldn't want their job, I'm sure damn glad they're doing it. Always five stars.

They are respectful and try accommodating. Definitely looking into legal representation because its…read morea good idea at this point.

$3.90 later I can say this library is A-okay. It was my own fault that I recevied a fee because I…read morereturned the books late. However, I was very happy with the selection of professional books and audio books. This branch reminds me of a grade school library in its appearance, ambiance and size. There are study areas, a community board and multiple reference computers. (Standard things) They have an online system that is linked to neighboring branches, and that expands the selection of books available to everyone. There is really not too much to say about this library but I do wish the lighting wasn't so dim. I used the cherry hill public library before I moved here and that location is certainly more modern. Its a nice branch, I see a lot of people having study sessions, parents brining their children and postings of local community activities. This location is a short distance from the princeton junction station and very easy to find.

Okay, I came here to find the time my local library closes and read some really bad reviews so I…read morehad to chime in. First, lets remember that this is a public library, not a co-share office space that needs superior Wi-Fi. Its main purpose should be to cater to the local students whether your a baby or an adult. The library runs many programs that all ages can participate in. The library has sincerely nice people working here. I've never had to ask them about specific books because they can be looked up in the index, something that most elementary students learn and should know how to use. They have a wide selection of books. My kids of 8 and 10 spent hours picking out books. They have a decent selection of films, a small but appreciated selection of art books and lots of areas where kids come to get tutored and do their homework. Someone compared this library to the one in Princeton but that's really unfair. The library in Princeton has 1,000$ Louis Poulsen Lighting in the Kids section and original knoll chairs for their furniture. They have video games for rental and miles of books that can pretty much match most libraries in this country. Most local libraries will fall short in comparison. I've spent summers going to the Manhattan Library everyday; the big one and the little one. This library is perfect for this community and is a pleasure to visit on a daily basis. I just don't see the logic in out-of-town visitors, inclined to give a local library a bad review.