Johnsonburg

In 1753, Johnsonburg, became the first county seat of then newly formed Sussex County and county jail which was named Logg Gaol. Settled by Loyalist and surveyor Samuel Green in 1740, who built a grist mill and lived peacefully with the native Lenape tribe.  Logg Gaol became a focal point of settlements in area, having tavern, forge, wheel wright and mission house.

There will be self-guided walking tour and Historical society will have a display of artifacts and items of historical interest in front of Town Hall, 210 Main Street. Saturday, 10 am – 4 pm.