The Atlas Obscura Guide To West Orange

2 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in West Orange, New Jersey

Updated October 15, 2021

Unusual Attractions in West Orange

Edison’s desk, which has remained untouched since the day he died.

West Orange, New Jersey

Thomas Edison National Historical Park

Take a step into the workshop where Edison and his employees revolutionized the world.

West Orange, New Jersey

Glenmont

Thomas Edison's home and final resting place also boasts an impressive garage, where some of the earliest electric cars are on display.

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Edison concrete houses along Polk Street in Gary, Indiana

Montclair, New Jersey

Thomas Edison's Concrete Houses

Edison's cast-in-place concrete houses were a failure, but way ahead of their time.

3 miles from West Orange

Approaching the intersection of Bellevue Ave and Valley Road in Montclair.

Montclair, New Jersey

91.9 FM Pirate Radio Station

The radio station that's been promising to make love to you for the last 15 years—if you happen to be on one specific block in suburban New Jersey.

3 miles from West Orange

Bloomfield, New Jersey

Holsten's Brookdale Confectionery

This old-fashioned candy shop, ice cream parlor, and diner served as the setting for one of TV's most controversial series finales.

3 miles from West Orange

Livingston, New Jersey

Riker Hill Art Park

An abandoned military bunker that has been transformed into an artist's paradise.

4 miles from West Orange

Kearny, New Jersey

'Annie' Bridge

The drawbridge used in the filming of the movie 'Annie' has been in the open position as it was in the movie for decades.

5 miles from West Orange

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The Atlas Obscura Guide To West Orange

2 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in West Orange, New Jersey

Updated October 15, 2021

Unusual Attractions in West Orange

West Orange, New Jersey

Thomas Edison National Historical Park

West Orange, New Jersey

Glenmont

Montclair, New Jersey

Thomas Edison's Concrete Houses

Montclair, New Jersey

91.9 FM Pirate Radio Station

Bloomfield, New Jersey

Holsten's Brookdale Confectionery

Livingston, New Jersey

Riker Hill Art Park

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'Annie' Bridge

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