How did hackettstown get its name?

Answer 1

Hackettstown, New Jersey, was named after the area's early European settlers, particularly a man named Samuel Hackett, who established a tavern there in the early 19th century. The town was originally known as "Hacketts Town" and developed around the local industries and the Morris Canal. The name evolved over time into Hackettstown as the community grew and became more established. Today, it reflects both the town's history and its founding family's influence.