HARRISON, NEW JERSEY

Harrison was originally incorporated in 1840 and has a population of over 13,000. It is a suburb of Newark, New Jersey. The city prides itself on being a “Beehive of Industry” – a term originally coined by President William Howard Taft. It was the area in which the first American steam engine was setup to remove water from Schuyler Copper mines. The city is undergoing a waterfront redevelopment project in order to take advantage of aspects such as the PATH station, historical characteristics, and its proximity to the Passaic River.

Directions: Google Map

·          The Mayor’s Office

·          Local Business

·          Virtual Tour

History

Like Kearny, NJ – Harrison was part of a 3000 acre grant purchased in 1668 called New Barbados Neck.

·          History of Harrison

Schools

The Harrison School is district is participating in the Interdistrict Public School Choice Program , providing parents more options for their children’s education.

·          Harrison School District

Recreation

In 2010, the Red Bull Arena opened – a soccer stadium costing $200,000,000 and having a seating capacity of roughly 25,000.

·          Red Bull Arena

·          Dining

·          Night Life

·          Harrison Museum

Community Events

·          Official City Calendar

Harrison Factoids

·          Had the longest serving mayor in American history, Frank E. Rogers who served from 1947 to 1995.

·          Prior to his career, actor Nathan Lane performed on the local high school stage.