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Slave Dwelling Project Community Day at Morven Museum
Slave Dwelling Project Community Day Friday, October 12 and Saturday, October 13 Free to the Public, All ages welcome $10 for public museum admission; Free to Friends of Morven In Conjunction with Historical Society of Princeton, Princeton Public Library, Arts Council of Princeton, and Witherspoon-Jackson Historical and Cultural Society. Morven is honored to host a Slave Dwelling […]
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Camden County History Week
Camden County History Week will be held from October 13 to October 21, 2018. Historic exhibits, guided tours, reenactments, and children’s activities will be held at over 20 historic sites in Camden County including at our heritage partner sites, the Camden County Historical Society, the Indian King Tavern, the Gabreil Daveis Tavern, and Heights Heritage […]
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Monmouth County Archives and History Day
ARCHIVES AND HISTORY DAY SATURDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2018 Monmouth County Archives and History Day is a must attend for history buffs! This year's event will take place on Oct. 13, 2018. Additional information can be found here. Location: Monmouth County Library Headquarters 125 Symmes Drive Manalapan, New Jersey Program List of organizations that will be at Archives Day […]
Find out more »Historic Somers Mansion Open House
This historic site is usually open on Saturdays and Sundays from 9am to 3:30pm. It is recommended that you call 609-927-2212 to confirm hours before visiting. As per the Col. Richard Somers Chapter of the SAR, the Somers Mansion, situated on Shore Road in Somers Point, NJ, is the oldest house in Atlantic County. It […]
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Somerset County’s Weekend Journey through the Past
Don't miss Somerset County’s 13th annual Weekend Journey Through the Past, a perfect opportunity to take your family on a weekend outing to visit and immerse yourself in the distant past. Satisfy your curiosity and expand your knowledge through the discovery of many fascinating aspects and oral histories surrounding the many significant historic sites open for […]
Find out more »The Vermeule Mansion Special Events Part of Somerset County’s Journey Through the Past Weekend
Don't miss the chance to get out and visit the Vermeule Mansion during Somerset County's Weekend Journey Through the Past! Come learn about various aspects of local history – military efforts, lore, music, craft, food and pastimes in a condensed amount of time. It's also a great way for kids who are studying the history […]
Find out more »American Quilting & Sewing Arts by Dana Bala at the Abraham Staats House (special event part Somerset County’s Weekend Journey Through the Past)
See two early Staats’ family samplers and folk arts presentation, part of Somerset County’s Weekend Journey Through the Past sponsored in part by Somerset County Cultural & Heritage Commission, a partner of the New Jersey State Council on the Arts, 10AM – 5PM Sat./Oct. 13 and 12-4PM Sun./Oct. 14. Abraham Staats House, 17 von Steuben Lane. FREE More […]
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Tour of the John Abbott II House
Don't miss the opportunity to tour the John Abbott II House, operated by the Historical Society of Hamilton Township, this weekend! It is open on Saturdays and Sundays from 12 Noon to 5 pm (last tour starts at 4:15 pm). "The John Abbott II House was built in 1730 by John Abbott II and his […]
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Union Forge Heritage Association Presents: Victorian Mourning Traditions & Customs
VICTORIAN MOURNING CUSTOMS ARE THE TOPIC OF OCTOBER TOURS AT HISTORIC JOSEPH TURNER HOUSE Please join the Union Forge Heritage Association for Victorian Mourning-themed house tours on October 12th and 13th at the historic Joseph Turner House. During the Victorian era grieving families often engaged in elaborate, and what might be regarded macabre, customs to commemorate […]
Find out more »Corn into Cornmeal Demonstrations at the Grist Mill at Historic Walnford
More than Run of the Mill Corn transformed to cornmeal in Waln's Mill is far from ordinary, it is a multi-sensory experience that combines history, agriculture and cutting edge (pun intended) technology. Demonstrations every weekend starting April 7 through Nov. 25. For more information click here. Picturesque after a snowfall, full of fascinating history throughout […]
Find out more »Pumpkin Painting in the Garden with the Friends of Fleming Castle
Come join the Friends of Fleming Castle for this free and festive event and dress warmly. For more information click here.
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The Old Barracks Fall Lecture Series: “The Power of Objects in Eighteenth-Century British America”
The Old Barracks is pleased to host lectures and discussions by leading historians and authors on a variety of subjects sponsored by the Society of Sons of the Revolution in the State of New Jersey. Lectures are free to attend and begin with a reception with light refreshments. On Saturday, October 13 at 1:30 PM, […]
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Escape the Mansion
The Dey Mansion has partnered with Last Minute Escape to bring you an escape room. Guests will have one (1) hour to escape the Dey Mansion before the British arrive and you are found guilty of treason! An escape room is a physical adventure game in which players solve a series of puzzles and riddles […]
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Downtown Bordentown Association’s Haunted History Tour
Tours start at Old Town Pub 135 Farnsworth Av. Adults - $15 Children 10 & under - $7.50 True tales of the macabre, horrific, and terrifying hidden history of Bordentown -- this tour is not to be missed! Bordentown Walking Tours and the Downtown Bordentown Association continue the annual Ghost Walk tradition in 2018 with […]
Find out more »Cumberland County Historical Society’s Annual Greenwich Halloween Ghost Walking Tour
Don’t miss Cumberland County Historical Society’s Annual Greenwich Halloween Ghost Walking Tours! Why not celebrate the spirit of Halloween by taking a historic haunted walking tour along Ye Greate Street. The walk will feature “true” tales of spooky ghostly happenings. You may even catch a glimpse of a ghost or two! DATES and TIMES Saturday, […]
Find out more »Public Ghost Hunts at White Hill Mansion
Ever feel the need to hang out in a haunted house for a few hours? Bring a friend and explore the 300-year-old mansion with experienced ghost hunter and see what can happen. The Friends of White Hill Mansion will host Public Ghost Hunts will take place on Saturday, Sept 8, Saturday, Sept 29, and Saturday, […]
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Historical Society of Moorestown’s Ghost Tours
Experience Moorestown’s haunted history!! The Ghost Tours will take place on Friday and Saturday evenings the following 3 weekends: October 12 & 13, 19 & 20, and 26 & 27, starting at 7:30pm. Please arrive 15 minutes early in order to purchase tickets and enjoy apple cider & popcorn on the back patio. These walking […]
Find out more »Paranormal Night at the Wyckoff-Garretson Museum House
The historic Wyckoff-Garretson house, circa 1730, is being opened to the public for a ghost hunt! Come join professional ghost hunters from New Jersey Paranormal, hear about the house’s past, and share in the hunt! Learn about and use professional equipment, and feel free to bring your own. SPACE IS LIMITED TO THE FIRST 22 […]
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Halloween Evening with the Spirits at the Historic Gabreil Daveis Tavern
Spend an evening with the spirits for the Halloween season. Investigate the Historic Gabreil Daveis Tavern with paranormal investigators!
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