Matawan, New Jersey

Monmouth County

34-44520

Matawan is a small municipality in Monmouth County, New Jersey. According to the data of a census in 2010, the city had 8,810 inhabitants. Local foundation was on 28 June 1895.

History

In July 1916 occurred in the area of Matawan three of shark attacks off the coast of New Jersey ( 1916), the excited then across the nation for attention. Two of the three victims, all were swimming in Matawan Creek, were killed. To date, these include shark attacks to those that have occurred most at home. There is scientific consensus that only bull shark or a great white shark for these attacks come into question.

Historical buildings

• At the Main Street at number 94, there is the old Major John Burrowes Mansion.

Others

Currently, efforts are being made ​​to revive the local economy by trying to emphasize life in traditional places with a dense population. Matawan is located offshore at the Matawan Creek.

• Location in New Jersey
• Location in North America
• Monmouth County