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Atsion Mansion visitor guide
Atsion Mansion brings the industrial history of the Pine Barrens into a house you can tour. Built in 1826 for ironmaster Samuel Richards, the restored home sits at Atsion Recreation Area in Wharton State Forest near Shamong. NJDEP describes guided tours on weekends, but the schedule can change; check with the park office before you drive.
Original Pine Barrens–inspired rendering; not a photograph of Atsion Mansion.
Shamong
Burlington County
744 US-206
Shamong, NJ 08088
A Pine Barrens estate with an industrial story
Richards used the mansion as a summer home while operating Atsion's furnace and forge. Ownership later passed through families who tried new uses for the village. Joseph Wharton acquired the property in 1892 and used the house to pack and store cranberries from nearby bogs. New Jersey acquired Atsion in 1955. NJDEP says the house has been restored to its 1826 appearance and was never modernized with plumbing or electricity.
What to expect on a tour
The guided house visit focuses on the restored interior and Atsion's place in the Pine Barrens. NJDEP describes tours as typically lasting 45–60 minutes. Tour tickets are sold at the Atsion Office. Since staffing and programs affect availability, call 609-268-0444 before planning around a particular departure.
Address, access and park context
Use 744 US-206, Shamong, NJ 08088 for the Atsion Recreation Area. The park has trails and a lake as well as the historic house; mansion tours and beach activities have separate rules. NJDEP lists seasonal recreation-area vehicle fees and separate low-cost mansion-tour tickets. Check the official Atsion Recreation Area page for current prices, hours, alerts and accessibility details.
Build a history-focused day
Pair Atsion with Batsto Village to compare two Pine Barrens industrial settlements. Browse the Burlington County guide for nearby towns and places, or return to the South Jersey historic places hub for other ideas.
Good to know before you go
Where is Atsion Mansion?
Atsion Mansion is at Atsion Recreation Area, 744 US-206 in Shamong, Burlington County, New Jersey.
Who built Atsion Mansion?
NJDEP says ironmaster Samuel Richards built the mansion in 1826 as a summer home.
Can I tour Atsion Mansion on a weekday?
NJDEP describes regular guided tours on weekends. Call the park office at 609-268-0444 for the current tour schedule and any special weekday programs.
How long does a guided tour take?
NJDEP says tours typically last 45–60 minutes. Allow extra time for tickets and walking at the recreation area.
Are the mansion and recreation area the same admission?
NJDEP lists separate mansion tour tickets and seasonal vehicle fees for the recreation area. Check the current schedule and fees before visiting.
Next step: Check NJDEP's Atsion Recreation Area page and call 609-268-0444 to confirm the tour. Source and visitor details checked October 11, 2026. The image is an original conceptual rendering, not a photograph of the exact mansion.