Goshen, New Jersey
Populated place in Cape May County, New Jersey, US
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Goshen is an unincorporated community and census-designated place (CDP)[5] located within Middle Township, in Cape May County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey.[6] As of the 2020 census, Goshen had a population of 400.[7]
Goshen, New Jersey | |
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Sign stating the community's name | |
| Coordinates: 39°08′29″N 74°51′11″W | |
| Country |  United States |
| State |  New Jersey |
| County | Cape May |
| Township | Middle |
| Area | |
• Total | 1.75 sq mi (4.53 km2) |
| • Land | 1.75 sq mi (4.52 km2) |
| • Water | 0.0039 sq mi (0.01 km2) |
| Elevation | 9.8 ft (3 m) |
| Population | |
• Total | 400 |
| • Density | 229.1/sq mi (88.47/km2) |
| ZIP Code | 08210 |
| FIPS code | 34-27030[3] |
| GNIS feature ID | 0876685[4] |
Route 47, also known as Delsea Drive, runs directly through the center of the community.
History
The area was settled by Aaron Leaming, who began raising cattle in 1693. By 1710 there was a settlement. Goshen's first industry was a king crab mill and a canning factory. Shipbuilding and lumbering industries flourished. A post office was established in 1818, with Richard Thompson Jr. as the first postmaster.[8]
The Garrison shipyard on Goshen Creek had stocks for the simultaneous construction of two vessels, which, upon being launched, were slipped into the water sideways. Between 1859 and 1898, twenty-five ships of record were built there, along with many smaller craft. Around 1900, Cape May County's shipbuilding industry was shut down. The last ship launched by the Goshen shipyard was the Diamond in 1898. Due to the lasting effects of the brackish water there, the remains of the docks are still visible at the end of Goshen Landing Road during low tide.
The Tavern House (circa 1725), on the corner of Route 47 and Goshen Landing Road, is one of the oldest homes in Cape May County. At different times it has been a tavern, hotel, dentist office and residence. While significant changes have been made, much of the original workmanship is still evident. Rough-hewn logs still support the house, and wooden pegs hold the rafters in place.
Demographics
Goshen was first listed as a census designated place in the 2020 U.S. census.[10]
| Race / Ethnicity (NH = Non-Hispanic) | Pop 2020[11] | 2020 |
|---|---|---|
| White alone (NH) | 333 | 83.25% |
| Black or African American alone (NH) | 14 | 3.50% |
| Native American or Alaska Native alone (NH) | 2 | 0.50% |
| Asian alone (NH) | 3 | 0.75% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander alone (NH) | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other race alone (NH) | 3 | 0.75% |
| Mixed race or Multiracial (NH) | 19 | 4.75% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 26 | 6.50% |
| Total | 400 | 100.00% |
As of 2020, the area had a population of 400.[2]
Education
Residents of Goshen attend the Middle Township Public Schools,[12] which operates Middle Township High School.
Countywide schools include Cape May County Technical High School[13][14] and Cape May County Special Services School District.
Notable people
People who were born in, residents of, or otherwise closely associated with Goshen include:
- Andrew J. Tomlin (1845–1906), awarded the Medal of Honor for his actions in the Civil War.[15]
