Octagonal Poultry House

The Octagonal Poultry House, also known as the Walter P. Taylor Octagon, is a historic building located in Cold Spring, Cape May County, New Jersey. Built around 1900, this unique octagonal structure was originally designed to house hens, capitalizing on their preference for nesting in corners. Over the years, it has served various purposes, including a children's playhouse and a storage shed for Historic Cold Spring Village. Today, it is a center for learning needlework and crocheting, showcasing its architectural significance. The building was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2008, making it a noteworthy stop for tourists and researchers interested in historical architecture.