Founded by the Presbyterian Church, Bloomfield College has quite a history. In 1868, it began as the German Theological Seminary of Newark. Its purpose was to train German-speaking ministers. Bloomfield College’s initial location was on the grounds of First German Presbyterian Church in Newark. The college relocated to Bloomfield in 1872. It took over the former Bloomfield Academy on Franklin Street. This building was later renamed Seibert Hall. It was named in honor of the college’s first president. In 1912, Bloomfield College absorbed the Presbyterian Hospital School of Nursing. This nursing school had been founded the same year in nearby Newark. A few years later, the German Theological Seminary changed its name to Bloomfield Theological Seminary. Today, Bloomfield College is part of Montclair State University. It offers a variety of undergraduate and master’s programs. Bloomfield College has a rich history of serving its community and educating future generations. The college continues to evolve while maintaining its commitment to education.
Gould Family Mausoleum
Ever heard of a “Robber Baron?” Here at Woodlawn Cemetery stands the Gould Family Mausoleum. It is a testament to