The exterior of the 1713 East Jersey Cottage is nearly restored. The Cranbury Historical & Preservation Society plans to celebrate the completion of the initial phase of restoration while acknowledging the building’s significance in the American Revolution. In collaboration with the Cranbury Chamber of Commerce, CHPS will sponsor a Colonial Fair at the 1713 East Jersey Cottage site.

The Sons of the American Revolution and BSA Troop 52 will open the celebration with the presentation of colors. Mayor Ferrante will share opening remarks. Colonial music and food vendors will be available throughout the afternoon. Colonial games will occur on the fields. Vincent and Ann Bodine, owners of the cottage during the American Revolution, will share their story during the day.

Other activities include:

Free raffle for a Cranbury Historical & Preservation Society Throw

Book Signing by Dr. John Chambers

Native American Artifacts Display

Demonstration by Basket Weaver

Herb Sale & Barn Wood Crafts

Wood Craft & Tools Display

Antique & Crafts Shoppes

American Girl Table

Colonial Cut-out Boards for Photos

Friends from the Cranbury Library will be there. And the Cranbury Historical & Preservation Society will share the story of the 1713 East Jersey Cottage. Liberty Tea will be served.

An earlier family bike tour is scheduled to start at Millstone Park at 10am and will finish by the time of the fair’s opening.

Invite your family and friends and bring a chair or a picnic blanket! Enjoy our park, our history, the festivities, and our wonderful community!