Nassau Hall Princeton University
by Glenn DiPaola
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Nassau Hall Princeton University
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Glenn DiPaola
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This is the oldest building at Princeton University in Mercer County, New Jersey. Built in 1756, at the time it was the largest building in New Jersey, and the largest academic building in America. From June to November in 1783, the building served as the nation's capitol, housing the Continental Congress. It has been a National Historic Landmark since 1960.
I don’t know a better time of year to visit the Ivy League schools than in the fall. It is a privilege to walk among such remarkable history and beauty.
You can find additional Princeton images in my New Jersey Collection.
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October 29th, 2017
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Deb Halloran
Glenn, You have certainly captured the beauty of this splendid old building at Princeton. Wonderful leading lines with gorgeous colors, amazing details, lovely natural framing and impressive light and shadow play...excellent photography. Thanks for sharing some history with all of us. L/F
Glenn DiPaola replied:
Thanks very much Deb. I was fortunate to get an image with no people on the walk. It was crowded that day. The history of this building is amazing. George Washington resigned his commission as head of the Continental Army, here and it was also here that the news of the peace treaty with Great Britain was received.
Linda Lees
Lovely capture of this magnificent building! I'm pleased to see that at the time they built this they also planted trees and their magnificence rivals the building. L/F
Glenn DiPaola replied:
Thank you Linda. I learned today that the original gift was four and a half acres. I wondered if they left many of the original trees. Princeton is over 250 years old. Fall competes with everything - and often wins.
John S
Great photo with a great pov ! L&F
Glenn DiPaola replied:
Thank you John. This is where you enter the campus, and there it is, standing the test of time and looking great after surviving tremendous challenges in the Revolutionary War. It is humbling and inspiring.
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