The strategic location of Washington Rock made it a valuable lookout point during the American Revolution for General George Washington in June of 1777 when the British army under General William Howe was moving toward Westfield. From the vantage point of this natural rock outcropping, General Washington had a thirty-mile panoramic view of the valley and was able to instruct his troops to circle behind Howe’s troops and cut off their retreat.
Join us at the Historic Trenton Masonic Temple for our Heritage Partner Workshop on October 1, 2024 Crossroads of the American Revolution will host a workshop to assist historic sites […]
Did you know George Washington once celebrated his birthday at the circus? Come see this extraordinary performance by Dave Darwin. Limited seating.
Join us for a Ghost Hunt around the Liberty Hall grounds! Explore the pet cemetery, learn about the ghost sightings at Liberty Hall, and learn about the history of Halloween in New Jersey. End the […]
What do the gardens of Versailles, Louisiana Purchase, and American Revolution have in common? Answer: they all played a role in the creation of a 250-year-old garden just outside of […]
The next NJARRT meeting takes place on October 10, 2024 with a return visit from Christian McBurney who will be talking about the Battle of Rhode Island. The meeting will […]
Saturday, October 12, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. & Sunday, October 13, 12 p.m. – 4 p.m., 2024 Old Dutch Parsonage State Historic Site 71 Somerset Street, Somerville, NJ 08876 Explore “Politics at the Parsonage” from the American Revolution to World War I at this open house of Old Dutch Parsonage State Historic Site. Drop-in […]
Explore history in Somerset County! Various sites will be open throughout the weekend with a variety of activities available!
Saturday, October 12, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. & Sunday, October 13, 12 p.m. – 4 p.m., 2024 Old Dutch Parsonage State Historic Site 71 Somerset Street, Somerville, NJ 08876 Explore “Politics at the Parsonage” from the American Revolution to World War I at this open house of Old Dutch Parsonage State Historic Site. Drop-in […]
Explore history in Somerset County! Various sites will be open throughout the weekend with a variety of activities available!
Historical musician and balladeer Linda Russell takes you on a romp through elections past as you hear the ditties that inspired Americans to vote. She sings gems like Tippecanoe and […]
Preservation and Archeology Talks Artist Jerry Cable House Tours Local History Partners Kids Activities
Join the Red Bank Battlefield for battle reenactments, colonial demonstrations, farm animals, kids games and crafts, magic show and more!
Join the Drake House for a performance of Abigail Adams: Remember the Ladies portrayed by Kim Hanley
Come celebrate fall with the Bergen County Historical Society at their Harvest Homecoming on Sunday, October 20th 1 pm- 4:30 pm at Historic New Bridge Landing. 1201 Main Street River Edge NJ 07661. All three 18th century Jersey-Dutch sandstone houses including the state historic 1752 Steuben House will be open for tours throughout the day. […]
Join the Old Barracks Museum for an evening of spooktacular family fun at All Barracks Eve! On Friday, October 25th, come to the Old Barracks Museum and enjoy cider and […]
