1. Union County formed in 1857.
2. County seat is Elizabeth.
3. Located in northeastern New Jersey.
4. Population exceeds 575,000 residents.
5. Elizabeth is New Jersey’s fourth-largest city.
6. Borders the Arthur Kill waterway.
7. Watchung Reservation is a major park.
8. Liberty Hall Museum preserves historic collections.
9. Kean University is located there.
10. Rahway has a historic downtown district.
11. Cranford is known for charming neighborhoods.
12. The county contains 21 municipalities.
13. Union Township is the largest municipality.
14. Newark Airport is nearby.
15. Transportation links connect New York City.
16. The Watchung Mountains shape northern landscapes.
17. Diverse communities define Union County.
18. Shopping centers attract regional visitors.
19. Industrial growth shaped early development.
20. Parks provide hiking and recreation.
21. Union County blends urban and suburban areas.