The mansion is the last remaining residence in the city associated with the Roebling family, producers of wire rope that helped make Trenton a major industrial center.  Built c.1856, possibly in a Greek or Italianate style, the structure was remodeled c. 1870, and a distinctive octagonal, paneled room added. Located in the State House Historic District, the mansion has been vacant for 30 years.  The city currently plans to sell the property to the League of Municipalities for reuse as its headquarters.

The Trust grant will help fund the restoration of the building’s stucco and brick exterior, roof replacement, stabilization of the building and preservation of at least three rooms in the mansion, by salvaging mantels, plaster, paneling, stained glass, doors, hardware and ironwork.  The scope of work is part of a larger estimated $5 million project to add a three-story addition and parking facility.  The project will be guided by a preservation plan also funded by the grant. 

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