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About New Jersey

The story of New Jersey

New Jersey is Springsteen anthems, Jersey Shore boardwalks, and diners open at 3 a.m. — the Garden State packing 130 miles of coastline into America's densest state.

History & heritage

The third state to ratify the Constitution in 1787, New Jersey was crossed by the American Revolution more than any other state. With the state motto Liberty and Prosperity and a founding year of 1787, New Jersey carries a history you can wear on your chest — that's what our print-on-demand apparel is here for.

Geography & landscape

From the Highlands in the north to the Pine Barrens and Cape May in the south, New Jersey packs variety into a small area. Covering 8,723 sq mi, New Jersey lies in the Mid-Atlantic region and runs on Eastern time.

Culture, food and traditions

Jersey Shore summers, Springsteen and Bon Jovi, Italian delis, taylor ham on a Kaiser roll, and Giants Sundays define New Jersey. From regional flavors like Taylor ham, disco fries, salt water taffy to festivals such as Atlantic City Airshow and Cape May Music Festival, the culture of New Jersey shows up in every collection we design.

Sports, colleges and community

Home teams like Giants, Jets, Devils, Nets and universities such as Princeton, Rutgers, Stevens anchor communities across the state — and inspire many of our New Jersey designs.

Parks, landmarks and wildlife

Landmarks like Atlantic City Boardwalk, Cape May Lighthouse, Liberty State Park, Princeton and protected lands such as Delaware Water Gap, Sandy Hook, Pine Barrens give New Jersey its outdoor identity. The state animal is the Horse, the state bird is the Goldfinch, and the state tree is the Red Oak — all of which show up in our nature and park collections.

Interesting facts about New Jersey

  • New Jersey is the most densely populated U.S. state.
  • The state has more diners than anywhere in the country.
  • Atlantic City's Boardwalk was the first in the U.S. (1870).
  • The Pine Barrens covers 22% of the state as protected forest.

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Fast facts

New Jersey at a glance

Capital
Trenton
Largest City
Newark
Population
9.3M
Area
8,723 sq mi
Statehood
1787
Abbreviation
NJ
Time Zone
Eastern
Nickname
The Garden State
Motto
Liberty and Prosperity
State Bird
Goldfinch
State Flower
Violet
State Tree
Red Oak
State Animal
Horse
Region
Mid-Atlantic

Why people love it

Why people love New Jersey

Living there. Locals love New Jersey for its Garden State identity, its pharmaceuticals economy, and the everyday rhythm of Newark.

Visiting. Travelers come for Atlantic City Boardwalk, Delaware Water Gap, and the food scene built around Taylor ham.

Road trips. Classic drives connect Newark, Jersey City, Paterson — perfect for weekend adventures and long-weekend camping.

Local pride. From Giants game days to homecoming weekends at Princeton, New Jersey pride runs deep.

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