Cowperthwaite House
The Cowperthwaite House, located at 85 Kings Highway in Moorestown, NJ, is a historic brick home built around 1742 by Thomas Cowperthwaite. Positioned at a key crossroads, it would have been one of the first houses encountered by British troops marching toward Moorestown during the Revolutionary War. The house’s exterior features traditional brickwork, and its early owners were active in local civic life. Historically significant events tied to the property include its early use related to education and community service, and the fact that a member of the family voted in local elections at a time when New Jersey briefly allowed women property-owners to vote. The home stayed in the Cowperthwaite family until 1855 and is recognized for its architectural and cultural value.
Samuel Haines House
The Samuel Haines House, at 124 East Main Street in Moorestown, NJ, is a historic residence and a contributing property in the Moorestown Historic District listed on both the National and State Historic Registers. The earliest portion of the house was built around 1756, featuring an original formal parlor, back room, and upstairs bedrooms, with its entrance originally located on the side to avoid street dust. In the 1850s, the house was expanded, and period details like a fireplace with ornamental wrought iron from a pre-Revolutionary foundry remain noteworthy. The home is named for Dr. Samuel S. Haines, one of the first dentists in Moorestown, who lived there from about 1910 to 1935. The property has been under restoration to preserve its historic character.