People from East Amwell Township, New Jersey

James Buchanan (June 17, 1839 – October 30, 1900) was an American Republican Party politician who represented New Jersey's 2nd congressional district in the United States House of Representatives from 1885 to 1893.

Hannah Altman (born May 1, 1995) is an American photographer from New Jersey. Her artwork explores lineage, memory, ritual, and storytelling. She is known for her use of natural light and incorporating aspects of Jewish culture into her work.

Matthew Ioannidis ( EYE-uh-NYE-dis; born January 11, 1994) is an American football defensive tackle for the Washington Football Team of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football at Temple and was drafted by Washington, then known as the Redskins, in the fifth round of the 2016 NFL Draft.

Tomasz P. Malinowski (born 1965) is a U.S. diplomat who served as Assistant Secretary of State for Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor from 2014 to 2017.

David Stout Manners (January 12, 1808 - August 19, 1884) was the ninth Mayor of Jersey City. He succeeded Robert Gilchrist. A Whig politician, he served five one-year terms from May 3, 1852 to May 3, 1857. He was succeeded by Samuel Wescott.

Horace Griggs Prall (March 6, 1881 – April 23, 1951) was a New Jersey attorney and Republican politician. He served for a number of years as a state legislator and a short term as Acting Governor of the state in 1935.

Jason Read (born December 24, 1977) rowed in the bow seat in the 2004 Summer Olympics Gold medal-winning U.S. Men's Rowing Team Eight.

Zabetta Brenska (March 1, 1896 – December 26, 1966), born Elizabeth Breen, was an American singer.

Stan Ploski Jr. (born February 27, 1944) is a retired American Dirt Modified racing driver. Ploski had a 16-year winning streak at Flemington Speedway NJ (1966–1981), and captured 74 modified features at the venue over his career.