Purchased from the Indians on October 28, 1664 for “twenty fathoms of trading cloth, two made coats, two guns, two kettles, ten bars of lead and twenty handfuls of powder”, Summit was settled by Puritans from Britain and New England about 1710. After 1837, when the railroad came, Summit changed from a cozy farming area to a quasi- commercial center. After the Civil War, Summit became a luxurious summer resort area, attracting wealthy people who built extensive summer estates.
Today, Summit is a family-oriented community with light industry, a cultural and spiritual diversity and wonderful schools. In addition, our town has become a model for civic mindedness in Northern New Jersey. And, every year friends and neighbors gather to enjoy our annual celebrations like the Summit Decorated Bicycle Parade and Fireworks Display on the 4th of July, the spooky fun of our Haunted House on Halloween and the pageantry of Santa’s Arrival Parade in December.
Meet me in Summit
Whether you’re walking or driving, use our handy directory and business locator system to help you get wherever you want to go. There are easy-to-follow maps to help guide you – just look for business by category listing and select it to find a business listing with descriptions and additional information. Be sure to review our link to parking for the location of parking areas and other information about your parking options in Summit.
Downtown – it’s not just for shopping
Summit has a vibrant business center – upstairs and down. On the street level is a fascinating mix of unique retailers and restaurants – from chocolates to children’s toys, designer clothes to one-of-a-kind items for the home. Above, and in the many first-class office buildings located in or near downtown, you’ll find the offices and showrooms of many national and International firms
A visit to Summit is likely to please all your senses.