Friday, December 13, 2019
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 »East Jersey Old Town Village open for visits
East Jersey Old Town Village comes alive Wednesday through Sunday with historical interpreters presenting the trades and crafts of the 18th and 19th centuries. Visit reconstructed and replica early American Raritan Valley structures at East Jersey Old Town Village for a view into life 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 and outbuildings.…
Find out more »A Colonial Tasting at the Tavern
Join Indian King Tavern inkeeper Hugh Creighton (portrayed by William McIlhenny) for a night of frivolity at the Indian King Tavern. Sample colonial drinks and finger food pairings, participate in colonial games, toasts, songs and more. This ticketed event will sell out quickly, so purchase your tickets today through the Friends of Indian King Tavern website. Please note that no-one under age 21 will be admitted to the museum for this event. Identification will be required since alcohol will be…
Find out more »Visit the Historic Somers Mansion
This historic site is usually open on Saturdays and Sundays from 9am to 3:30pm. Please call 609-927-2212 to confirm hours before visiting. As per the Col. Richard Somers Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution, the Somers Mansion, situated on Shore Road in Somers Point, NJ, is the oldest house in Atlantic County. It was built about 1725 by Richard Somers, oldest son of John Somers. John Somers was born in 1640 in Worcestershire, England where his family had been…
Find out more »Gingerbread House Workshop at Liberty Hall Museum
Candy canes, gumdrops, and peppermint, oh my! Children get to decorate a unique gingerbread house, a perfect treat for the start of the holiday season. We provide the materials including lots of candy & icing, and you go home with a marvelous gingerbread creation to enjoy throughout the season! Program Time: Two sessions: 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Program Fee: Each $25.00 reservation admits one child & one adult; all additional adults are $5.00…
Find out more »Abraham Staats House – free tour/open house
The Abraham Staats House is one of the finest surviving buildings from the Dutch Settlement of the Raritan Valley in the 18th century. It began life as a two-room structure housing the first owners, the Staats family, who remained at the homestead for nearly two centuries. Over the centuries the house has been expanded several times and now includes a fine late, Federal/Greek Revival two-story addition. Visit the open house for free tours on the second Saturday of each month…
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 »East Jersey Old Town Village open for visits
East Jersey Old Town Village comes alive Wednesday through Sunday with historical interpreters presenting the trades and crafts of the 18th and 19th centuries. Visit reconstructed and replica early American Raritan Valley structures at East Jersey Old Town Village for a view into life 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 and outbuildings.…
Find out more »Gingerbread House Workshop at Liberty Hall Museum
Candy canes, gumdrops, and peppermint, oh my! Children get to decorate a unique gingerbread house, a perfect treat for the start of the holiday season. We provide the materials including lots of candy & icing, and you go home with a marvelous gingerbread creation to enjoy throughout the season! Program Time: Two sessions: 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Program Fee: Each $25.00 reservation admits one child & one adult; all additional adults are $5.00…
Find out more »Holiday Wreath Making at Washington Crossing State Park
Make your own festive holiday wreath at Washington Crossing State Park. During this all-ages event, you'll use evergreen clippings collected in the park, for a seasonal decoration with historic ties. Advanced registration is required; call (609) 737-0609 to sign up. Fee is $8.00 per wreath. Please bring exact change.
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