Thursday, October 17, 2019
Historical Interpreters at East Jersey Old Town Village
East Jersey Old Town Village comes alive Wednesday through Sunday with historical interpreters presenting the trades and crafts of the 18th and 19th centuries. Stop by, visit reconstructed and replica early American Raritan Valley structures and chat with reenactors as they demonstrate what life was like in the region’s farm and merchant communities. Buildings include the Indian Queen Tavern, the Farley Blacksmith Shop, the Williamson Wheelwright Shop, the Smalleytown Schoolhouse, the Three Mile Run Church, the homes of early settlers…
Find out more »Visit the Cornelius Low House Museum
The Cornelius Low House Museum is a Historic National Register home built in 1741 for Cornelius Low, a wealthy merchant of Raritan Landing. The home is one of the best examples of Georgian architecture in New Jersey. Visit to learn the history of this fine structure, and return often to enjoy a rotating series of exhibits featuring topics in New Jersey history. Visit the Middlesex County Division of Historic Sites and History Services website to learn more about the Cornelius Low…
Find out more »Haunted Seaport
Visit Tuckerton Seaport, if you dare, for a frightastic adventure known in local lore as Haunted Seaport. Pirates and Sea Captains long lost at sea will stroll the Seaport’s boardwalk for a night of screams. Climb aboard a hayride for a ghostly howling good time through the Haunted Woods. Be on the lookout for the Jersey Devil. We will also have a non-scary Family Fun Activity Area with crafts, stories, games, and not so scary fall activities. You will not…
Find out more »Tours After Dark at the Dey Mansion
Tour the Dey Mansion and its grounds after dark! A guide will take groups through the Mansion followed by a lantern lit walk to the Dey Family Cemetery. For more information click here.
Find out more »Historical Interpreters at East Jersey Old Town Village
East Jersey Old Town Village comes alive Wednesday through Sunday with historical interpreters presenting the trades and crafts of the 18th and 19th centuries. Stop by, visit reconstructed and replica early American Raritan Valley structures and chat with reenactors as they demonstrate what life was like in the region’s farm and merchant communities. Buildings include the Indian Queen Tavern, the Farley Blacksmith Shop, the Williamson Wheelwright Shop, the Smalleytown Schoolhouse, the Three Mile Run Church, the homes of early settlers…
Find out more »Visit the Cornelius Low House Museum
The Cornelius Low House Museum is a Historic National Register home built in 1741 for Cornelius Low, a wealthy merchant of Raritan Landing. The home is one of the best examples of Georgian architecture in New Jersey. Visit to learn the history of this fine structure, and return often to enjoy a rotating series of exhibits featuring topics in New Jersey history. Visit the Middlesex County Division of Historic Sites and History Services website to learn more about the Cornelius Low…
Find out more »Haunted Seaport
Visit Tuckerton Seaport, if you dare, for a frightastic adventure known in local lore as Haunted Seaport. Pirates and Sea Captains long lost at sea will stroll the Seaport’s boardwalk for a night of screams. Climb aboard a hayride for a ghostly howling good time through the Haunted Woods. Be on the lookout for the Jersey Devil. We will also have a non-scary Family Fun Activity Area with crafts, stories, games, and not so scary fall activities. You will not…
Find out more »Candlelight Ghost Tours at Liberty Hall Museum
Join us for a spine-tingling tour of Liberty Hall Museum, after hours! Museum staff will share their own paranormal experiences with you before embarking on a guided, candlelit tour of the museum. Perhaps you’ll even come away with your own ghost stories! Light refreshments will be served; space is limited and fills quickly, so make your reservation today! Program Time: 7 p.m. or 9 p.m. (7 p.m. is recommended for youngsters) Program Fee: $20 for adults; $18 for LHM Members/Kean…
Find out more »Sleepy Hollow performance at East Jersey Old Town Village
Visit East Jersey Old Town Village as ReThink Theatrical stages an original re-telling of the legend of Sleepy Hollow in celebration of the legend’s 200th anniversary! In this telling, a film crew is in production for a historic adaptation of The Legend of Sleepy Hollow. After a series of unexplained on-set disasters caused by mysterious specters, it is at risk of being shut down. Passionate to complete the film, the cast and crew create a one-night-only event for investors to…
Find out more »Haunted Lantern Walks from the Proprietary House
Take a ghostly journey through centuries of history on a guided walk in Perth Amboy from Proprietary House to St. Peter’s Church Graveyard. Hear creepy tales & meet spirits from Perth Amboy’s past. Hot cider & sweets follow the walk. Walks start at 7:00 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, October 18 and 19, starting at Proprietary House, the Royal Governor’s Mansion. Reserve your spot on the Proprietary House website. Doors open at 6:45 p.m. ADMISSION: $20 in…
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