Join author Michael Gabriele as he discusses his book “Colonial Taverns of New Jersey – Libations, Liberty and Revolution. The role of taverns in the establishment of the colonies and the country cannot be understated as they provided a place for soldiers, officers, merchants, and community members. They were strongholds of political activity and respites […]
The Battle of Trenton will be recreated by using miniature figures, dice and “Flint & Steel” rules developed by Richard Kane who will also be managing the game. Visitors can observe and some will be able to participate as the historic military commanders by issuing orders to their military units. As Colonel Rall can you […]
The annual Jockey Hollow Encampment/living history event will take place April 20-21, 2024. Visit the soldier camp, observe 18th century-style cooking at a campfire, see musket firing demonstrations and more!
On Saturday, April 20 and Sunday, April 21, re-enactors from across the northeast will arrive at Jockey Hollow for Morristown National Historical Park's Spring Encampment. The special event focuses on the lives of soldiers and civilians during the Revolutionary War. It's an event full of activities for the whole family. Highlights for the weekend include […]
On Saturday, April 20 and Sunday, April 21, re-enactors from across the northeast will arrive at Jockey Hollow for Morristown National Historical Park's Spring Encampment. The special event focuses on the lives of soldiers and civilians during the Revolutionary War. It's an event full of activities for the whole family. Highlights for the weekend include […]
April 22 at 7 pm - Haddon Fortnightly, Haddonfield - "Archeology of Hessian Burials at Redbank" April 29 at 7 pm - Haddon Fortnightly, Haddonfield - "Who were the Hessians Buried at Redbank?" May 7 at 7 pm - Haddon Fortnightly, Haddonfield - "German Soldiers in the American Revolution" May 15 at 7 pm - […]
The NJARRT will host a 1-Day symposium at Drew University in Madison on Saturday, April 27. The meeting starts at 8:50 AM and conclude at 3:00 PM. They will have 5 speakers: Roger McCormack: The Bronx in the American Revolution: The Significance of the Battle of Pell's Point Arthur Lefkowitz: The 1777 New Jersey Campaign and How […]
The Trent House Association will host a talk on public gardens in New Jersey on Saturday, April 27, 2024, at 2 pm. This free program will be held in-person at the Trent House Visitor Center, 15 Market Street, Trenton, NJ (across from the Hughes Justice Complex) and via zoom at https://tinyurl.com/THTalkApril27. Michael Gross, member of the Garden State Gardens […]
April 22 at 7 pm - Haddon Fortnightly, Haddonfield - "Archeology of Hessian Burials at Redbank" April 29 at 7 pm - Haddon Fortnightly, Haddonfield - "Who were the Hessians Buried at Redbank?" May 7 at 7 pm - Haddon Fortnightly, Haddonfield - "German Soldiers in the American Revolution" May 15 at 7 pm - […]
Tours available Wednesdays through Sundays, every hour, 10:00am-3:00pm 1003 Morris Avenue, Union, NJ 07083 Did you know that white wedding dresses emerged after Queen Victoria married Prince Philip in 1840? Join Liberty Hall for its newest exhibit, Love Unveiled: 250 Years of Saying “I Do,” and see how weddings have changed throughout history. This year marks the 250th […]
Shippen Manor’s 270th on Sunday, May 5, 2024 from 11 am to 4 pm. We are celebrating 270 years of Shippen Manor with self-guided tours of the main floor of the museum, along with historical interpreters and reenactors and tables of state and county organizations. There will something for all ages! Limited on-site handicap parking by […]
You’re invited to tea! The Old Barracks Museum is hosting May Tea, a semi-formal tea service with all proceeds benefiting the museum's operating expenses. The event will take place on Sunday, May 5th from 12-2pm. Tickets cost $35 for members and $40 for nonmembers. With a purchase of a ticket, the service will include a […]
