About us
Cultivating the Future on Historic Farmland
Preserved Rockefeller-era farmland in Skillman, New Jersey — a working farm and historic barn venue near Princeton.
Naturally grown produce
Preserved farmland
Locally grown
Pesticide-free vegetables & herbs
Who we are
A Long and Prestigious History in Montgomery Township
Princeton Farms and Preserves has a long and prestigious history; this beautiful farmland was once owned by the Rockefeller family. It’s part of the New Jersey Farmland Preservation Program, which means it will remain farmland forever.
Today we farm these 190 acres with a simple idea: grow honest food, care for the land, and share both the harvest and the history with our community.
Our mission
Everything we do rests on three values
Sustainable Farming Practices
Our vegetables and herbs are grown without pesticides or synthetic herbicides — crop rotation, cover crops, and healthy soil do the work. Our produce fields are managed separately from the nursery operation on the property.
Preservation of Land & Heritage
This farmland is part of the New Jersey Farmland Preservation Program. We care for its historic barn, its fields, and its story so they remain part of Montgomery Township’s living landscape.
Community Engagement & Education
Through farm events, workshops, and celebrations, we invite our neighbors to see where their food comes from and to be part of the farm’s future.
The barn
The Heritage at Montgomery — Our Historic Barn Venue
Our barn dates back to the early 1800s, when it was used for wheat threshing. We meticulously rehabilitated it with Amish craftsmen, preserving its hand-hewn timbers while making it a safe and beautiful setting for celebrations, corporate gatherings, and community events near Princeton, New Jersey.
The residence
Walnut Lodge
Nestled between Skillman Road and Route 601, Walnut Lodge has been passed down through the hands of time — from the Van Hornes to Hendrick and Jacob Sortor. The farm found its way into the embrace of Nicholas Van Zandt in 1793, later passing through various hands until it reached the care of Ouke Voorhees in 1813. Each family left its mark, and we’re proud to be the latest stewards of this remarkable property.
