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Pitman is the hometown to poet, visual artist and punk rock icon Patti Smith, where the legend herself grew up and had some of her life's most defining experiences. Pitman is also a dry town where the sale of alcohol is prohibited and no liquor licenses are issued.
Pitman's history can be traced back to 1871 when it was selected to be the base of the Methodist summer camp. The historic auditorium was designed to have 12 roads originating from the center, akin to the spokes on a wheel. In this case, there was a deeper hidden meaning as they were meant to symbolize the 12 disciples of Jesus Christ. To date, there exists an area in the tabernacle where a visitor can look down at all 12 avenues. Back in the old days, worshipers arrived from far-flung areas, and it was only a matter of time before they settled down with their families. Soon, the worshipers' tents lining each of the twelve roads were replaced with cottages -- and this was the start of Pitman, a borough in Gloucester County, steeped in historical legacies and culture. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1977. Covering a total surface area of just 2.308 square miles, Pitman enjoys its proximity to international hubs such as Philadelphia, Washington and New York. View Pitman City Guide