Newfield is a small town in New Jersey that clocked in at 1,553 residents in the 2010 census. But what the town lacks in population it makes up for in unique roadside attractions. These three unique spots in and around Newfield are must-sees on your next road trip through the state.

First stop on your itinerary: The Palace of Depression. I know what you're thinking, why would we want to go to a depressing place? The building earned that name because it was assembled from random materials by George Daynor, an eccentric gold miner who lost his fortune in the Wall Street crash of 1929.
Facebook / The Palace of Depression
For him, losing his life's wealth was incredibly depressing. For us it makes for a fascinating tour. While driving through New Jersey you can stop and tour the unique landmark and hear Daynor's story.
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Keep the history lesson rolling by stopping in at the Newfield Historical Society where you can learn the story of this quaint but exciting East Coast town.
Facebook / Newfield Historical Society, Newfield, NY

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The historical society offers a large collection of materials and interesting rotating exhibitions, such as the history of major disasters in the area. Fire, snowstorms, earthquakes, you name it, they've got a record of it.
Facebook / Newfield Historical Society, Newfield, NY
Finish your tour of the area with a stop at the Matchbox Road Museum, the spot your childhood self has always yearned to go to. Like many good niche museums, this collection began as the hobby of Newfield local Everett Marshall. When the collection outgrew his basement, he established the museum.
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Here you can see a vast collection of Matchbox cars, some of them very rare and limited edition, as well as other products made by the Matchbox brand.
Facebook / Matchbox Road Museum

Whatever your interest, Newfield and the surrounding area have a unique attraction to serve it. This region is a veritable cornucopia of oddities, in the best way possible. Have you ever visited this town? Share with us your experience in the comments section!

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