Many organizations in the City and County also contribute to the safety, health, and quality of life of the City of Burlington's residents and visitors. Visit the highlighted link above to view list of these organizations websites, including Main Street Burlington, local and regional Chamber of Commerce, Burlington County, city and County Library, County Historical Society, and Lyceum Hall.
The Administration and City of Burlington continually strives to improve the security and quality of life of its residents as well as visitors. The following is a list of resources with answers to frequently asked questions designed help you find information quickly. You may also search other areas of this site, including the Department Directory and Departments pages, How Do I? tab, or call 609 386 0200 Monday to Friday. To view Calendars, Police/Emergency Service, Public Works, Recreation, Voting, Health/Lifestyle, and Events links, please use the link provided.
The City of Burlington New Jersey USA is the first and original township in Burlington County, predating the “original constablrys” by 11 years.
Native Americans of the Mantas (or Leaping Frog) tribe of the Lenni Lenape knew Burlington Island as Matinicunk and the mainland as Techichohocki, or "oldest planted land."
Early 1600s - There is some archaeological evidence supporting the local presence of a significant Swedish settlement by the early 1600s. Belgian Walloons fleeing persecution built the first recorded European settlement in New Jersey, ca. 1624, establishing an Island trading post to barter with the indigenous people. The Dutch then came upon the Island, exploiting its rich and varied wildlife. Their fort faced downriver, the better to defend both forks of the Delaware River from invasion. New Jersey’s first record of an African presence notes slaves of a Dutch colonial official. The first murder in recorded state history took place on the Island in the 1670s, when two Indians murdered two Dutchmen. As the Dutch withdrew from New World holdings, Swedes and Finns occupied the Island, until it was seized by the English in 1664. Fleeing oppression in England, the Quakers settled in Burlington over 325 years ago.
March 3, 1677 - Proprietors authorized the formation of the town in a seminal constitutional document which set forth principles and ideals of freedom and democracy found 100 years later in the United States Constitution. Among these innovations were civil and religious liberty; separate executive and legislative power; an elected Assembly; freedom of speech; no deprivation without due process of law. In their own stirring words, the Proprietors “...lay a foundation for after ages to understand their liberty as men and Christians, that they may not be brought into bondage but by their own consent, for we put the power in the people.”
**Happening now** Free meal distribution at Burlington City High School until 12:00 p.m. today. District students are eligible to receive four meals. Sign-up is no longer needed.
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The Burlington NJ Odd Fellows and Rebekah Lodges are hosting the second annual Turkey giveaway. This event/giveaway is to help foster the principles on which our organization was founded. Caring for others - creates a community.
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SATURDAY, November 8, from 10am-11:30am is the next Hope Mobile Food Distribution at the Keegan Center! Please enter through Kennedy Park. All are welcome!
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Congratulations to all our Recreation Football and High School Teams for their playoff wins this past weekend! We are proud of each player and coach for all their hard work and wish everyone the best of luck in their upcoming games.
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🎄 Join the 2025 Burlington City Holiday Parade! 🎄
We’re inviting schools, businesses, community groups, and organizations to take part in this year’s Burlington City Holiday Parade on Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 3:00 PM (rain date: Sunday, December 7, 2025).
Followed by our Holiday Village with State Street Events LLC from 5:00 PM–8:00 PM along the riverfront — featuring music, photos with Santa, kids’ crafts, vendors and lots of holiday fun!
Please note: The parade time has been adjusted this year to better coordinate with the Holiday Village, allowing everyone to head right to the waterfront for the evening festivities once the parade concludes.
If you’d like to be part of the parade, whether you’re a school, business, or community group, please complete the participation form at the link below:
forms.office.com/r/3AL0HTQvZJ
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The 6th Annual City of Burlington/Columbus Park Kids Coat Drive is in full swing.
This tradition began during the COVID shutdown, when our food drives had to pause—but the need never did. The community stepped up, and you’ve kept the momentum going ever since. Every coat is a gift of dignity, warmth, and love.
📅 Deadline for donations: December 5, 2025
📍 Drop-off at 911 or 935 Rigg Road
📞 Call Jim or Dawn Thompson at (609) 458-8634 or Denise Hodges at (609) 706-8152
🧤 New coats only, please!
Let them know if you’d like a specific size and they will match you with a child in need.
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