Plainfield, city, Union County, northeastern New Jersey, on a plain (hence its name) near the Watchung Mountains; settled by Friends about 1684, incorporated as a city 1869. It is the commercial hub of ten associated communities (including North Plainfield, South Plainfield, Piscataway, and Scotch Plains) and contains industries producing pharmaceuticals, telecommunications equipment, machine parts, and furniture. A branch of a community college is here. Points of interest are the Drake House (1745), which was George Washington's headquarters in 1777 and which now houses a museum, and a Friends' meeting house (1788). The Plainfield Symphony Orchestra has performed here since 1899. Population 45,555 (1980); 46,567 (1990); 47,829 (2000).Microsoft® Encarta® Online Encyclopedia 2001
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