NJ Weekend Historical Happenings: 4/7/18 - 4/8/18
New Jersey Weekend Historical Happenings
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Saturday, April 7 - Princeton, Mercer County
Admission: $5 per person and includes farmhouse museum admission. Tours begin at the Updike Farmstead farmhouse, 354 Quaker Road, Princeton, NJ at 1:00 pm and ends at 3:00 pm. Space is limited. For more information and to reserve tickets, call 609-921-6748 or visit www.princetonhistory.org.
Stony Brook Walking Tour
Before there was a "Princeton," six Quaker families established a community on the fertile ground along Stony Brook. This two-hour hike explores the lives of the early settlers and the community they established, while following a portion of the trail George Washington took from Trenton to the Princeton Battlefield. Stops include the Stony Brook Meeting House and Burial Ground, walking a portion of the "hidden" back road into Princeton, and a view of the Battlefield.
Before there was a "Princeton," six Quaker families established a community on the fertile ground along Stony Brook. This two-hour hike explores the lives of the early settlers and the community they established, while following a portion of the trail George Washington took from Trenton to the Princeton Battlefield. Stops include the Stony Brook Meeting House and Burial Ground, walking a portion of the "hidden" back road into Princeton, and a view of the Battlefield.-----------------------------------
Saturday, April 7 - Sandy Hook, Monmouth County
Battery Gunnison/New Peck Restoration
Children Friendly Event
The Army Ground Forces Association volunteer group will be dressed in WWII era uniform performing restorations projects and interpreting Battery Gunnison/New Peck at Sandy Hook, a unit of Gateway National Recreation Area. Learn more about the restoration and the historic time of January 1943 at Fort Hancock. This free event will be held from 12:00 noon - 5:00 pm at Battery Gunnison, Lot G Beach Plaza. For more information, call 718-354-4606 or visit www.nps.gov/gate.
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Children Friendly Event
The Army Ground Forces Association volunteer group will be dressed in WWII era uniform performing restorations projects and interpreting Battery Gunnison/New Peck at Sandy Hook, a unit of Gateway National Recreation Area. Learn more about the restoration and the historic time of January 1943 at Fort Hancock. This free event will be held from 12:00 noon - 5:00 pm at Battery Gunnison, Lot G Beach Plaza. For more information, call 718-354-4606 or visit www.nps.gov/gate.
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Saturday, April 7 - Holmdel, Monmouth County
Cookstove Demonstration
Children Friendly Event
On Saturday, visit Historic Longstreet Farm in Holmdel to see what is cooking on the woodstove in the out kitchen. Discover how food, recipes, cooking techniques and the kitchen itself has changed since the 1890s. This free event runs from 11:00 am - 3:00 pm.
Historic Longstreet Farm is located at 44 Longstreet Road, Holmdel, NJ. For more information, call 732-946-3758 or visit www.monmouthcountyparks.com.
Cookstove Demonstration
Children Friendly Event
On Saturday, visit Historic Longstreet Farm in Holmdel to see what is cooking on the woodstove in the out kitchen. Discover how food, recipes, cooking techniques and the kitchen itself has changed since the 1890s. This free event runs from 11:00 am - 3:00 pm. Historic Longstreet Farm is located at 44 Longstreet Road, Holmdel, NJ. For more information, call 732-946-3758 or visit www.monmouthcountyparks.com.
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Saturday, April 7 - Sandy Hook, Monmouth County
Fort Hancock 1940s Ladies Tea
In an 1898 era officer's home decorated to the 1943 time period, the ladies of the Armt Ground Forces Association will guide you on a journey back to a time where red lipstick, seamed stockings, and victory rolls were the norm. Nineteen forties period breads, sandwiches, and min desserts will be served along with a sampling of hot tea and iced tea. Please feel free to dress period, however, it is not a requirement to attend. There are 20 tickets available for purchase at $25 on the AGFA website: http://armygroundforces.org/LadiesTea.html. All proceeds support the work of the Army Ground Forces Association, a public charity and park partner. This event will take place at the History House, No. 1 Officers Row, Fort Hancock Historic Post from 10:30 am - 1:00 pm. For more information, visit www.armygroundforces.org.
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Fort Hancock 1940s Ladies Tea
In an 1898 era officer's home decorated to the 1943 time period, the ladies of the Armt Ground Forces Association will guide you on a journey back to a time where red lipstick, seamed stockings, and victory rolls were the norm. Nineteen forties period breads, sandwiches, and min desserts will be served along with a sampling of hot tea and iced tea. Please feel free to dress period, however, it is not a requirement to attend. There are 20 tickets available for purchase at $25 on the AGFA website: http://armygroundforces.org/LadiesTea.html. All proceeds support the work of the Army Ground Forces Association, a public charity and park partner. This event will take place at the History House, No. 1 Officers Row, Fort Hancock Historic Post from 10:30 am - 1:00 pm. For more information, visit www.armygroundforces.org.
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Saturday, April 7 - Bedminster, Somerset County
Learn About Cannons
Children Friendly Event
If the thought of learning more about Civil War cannons gets you fired up, sign up for the School of the Piece - a muzzle-loading artillery safety qualification program for reenactors and history buffs - coming to the Jacobus Vanderveer House, Saturday. Or, just stop by and have a blast!
Instructors from the Sixth New York Independent Battery Civil War re-enactment group and National Civil War Artillery Association will teach registered participants how to safely work around, load and fire two cannons that will be on hand for the day: an original bronze 12-pounder Napoleon Civil War cannon, cast in 1863, as well as a replica 10-pounder Parrott Rife (Model 1861).
The program will be held between 10:00 am and 2:00 pm at the Jacobus Vanderveer House, located in River Road Park, Bedminster. Spectators are welcome to observe the artillery demonstrations free of charge. The Jacobus Vanderveer House will also be open for tours. Admission to the house is $10 per person. Members free. Children 12 and under, free.
Those who wish to participate in the course (which includes both classroom and practical instruction in cannon firing) must register in advance by visiting www.jvanderveerhouse.org or by calling 908-396-6053. Participants will learn about the various positions and duties associated with firing a cannon. The fee for the course is $20. It is open to all ages, but participants must be at least 16 years of age to work with the cannon. All registered participants for the course should arrive by 9:30 am.
The Sixth New York Independent Battery is a family-friendly Civil War Artillery Unit based out of Rahway, NJ. Its mission is to educate others, through living history, about one of the most momentous times in our country. For more information, visit www.6thny.com.
The Jacobus Vanderveer House is located at 3055 River Road (in Bedminster’s River Road Park), Bedminster, NJ. For more information, visit www.jvanderveerhouse.org.
Learn About Cannons
Children Friendly Event
If the thought of learning more about Civil War cannons gets you fired up, sign up for the School of the Piece - a muzzle-loading artillery safety qualification program for reenactors and history buffs - coming to the Jacobus Vanderveer House, Saturday. Or, just stop by and have a blast!Instructors from the Sixth New York Independent Battery Civil War re-enactment group and National Civil War Artillery Association will teach registered participants how to safely work around, load and fire two cannons that will be on hand for the day: an original bronze 12-pounder Napoleon Civil War cannon, cast in 1863, as well as a replica 10-pounder Parrott Rife (Model 1861).
The program will be held between 10:00 am and 2:00 pm at the Jacobus Vanderveer House, located in River Road Park, Bedminster. Spectators are welcome to observe the artillery demonstrations free of charge. The Jacobus Vanderveer House will also be open for tours. Admission to the house is $10 per person. Members free. Children 12 and under, free.
Those who wish to participate in the course (which includes both classroom and practical instruction in cannon firing) must register in advance by visiting www.jvanderveerhouse.org or by calling 908-396-6053. Participants will learn about the various positions and duties associated with firing a cannon. The fee for the course is $20. It is open to all ages, but participants must be at least 16 years of age to work with the cannon. All registered participants for the course should arrive by 9:30 am.
The Sixth New York Independent Battery is a family-friendly Civil War Artillery Unit based out of Rahway, NJ. Its mission is to educate others, through living history, about one of the most momentous times in our country. For more information, visit www.6thny.com.
The Jacobus Vanderveer House is located at 3055 River Road (in Bedminster’s River Road Park), Bedminster, NJ. For more information, visit www.jvanderveerhouse.org.
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Saturday, April 7 - River Edge, Bergen County
War of Outposts - New Bridge Painting Unveiling & Battleground Tour
On Saturday at 10:00 am, attend the New Bridge Painting Unveiling and Battleground Tour with Jim Smith, artist Jeff Trexler, Todd Braisted. Meet at the Steuben House for the battleground tour.
Historic New Bridge Landing, the grounds of which included the home of Loyalist John Zabriskie and the “The Bridge that saved a Nation” over the Hackensack River, was also a battleground numerous times during the American Revolution.
This important crossing point in Bergen County was the scene of battles, encampments, headquarters, spies, reviews, forts, forages, surprises and even a friendly-fire incident. The armies of King George the Third and the Continental Congress, as well as Bergen County’s own local militiamen & Loyalist Refugees all became very familiar with this key parcel of land during the war.
The Battleground Tour with Todd Braisted follows the Painting unveiling! 24"x18" color prints of the new painting will be available for purchase and day-of-the-event a free 7"x5" color postcard is available; thereafter $1.00 each. Admission is $12 per adult, $7 per student, and BCHS members free. Historic New Bridge Landing is located at 1201 Main Street, River Edge, NJ. For more information, visit www.bergencountyhistory.org.
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Old-time 'base ball' team will open season in Deal
There will be no admission charge when the Monmouth Furnace Base Ball Club opens its season Saturday on the diamond at Deal Elementary School, 201 Roseld Avenue, Deal, NJ. The team will play by 1864 rules against the Flemington Neshanock, a rival in the Mid-Atlantic Vintage Base Ball League. The name of the sport was two words in the 19th century.
“Our entertaining games authentically re-enact the roots of modern baseball,” explained Russ McIver of Allenhurst, the team captain. “We make history come alive by swinging wood bats at underhand pitches and fielding the ball without gloves."
The Deal contest on Saturday will be the first of the club's 16 quaint but fast-paced games on spring and summer weekends. Monmouth Furnace will face another amateur team in West Long Branch on the following Saturday, April 14th. It will also play in Holmdel, South Amboy, Manasquan, Little Silver, Piscataway and Atlantic Highlands during this season.
Monmouth Furnace players come from all over the Shore region and beyond. Their ages range from 18 to 75. They regularly compete against league teams from New Brunswick, Elizabeth, Hoboken and nearby states.
The club often plays at historic sites such as Allaire Village. Monmouth Furnace was the original name of the pioneering Wall Township business that became Allaire Iron Works in the 1800s.
McIver pointed out that the national pastime got its start at the Shore in the 1850s with teams representing resort hotels. Later in the 19th century, major-league teams from Brooklyn and Manhattan held their spring training games in Allaire and Lakewood one year.
"We're looking for a few more players who want to have good old-fashioned enjoyment on the diamond," the Monmouth Furnace captain noted. "They can be 'muffins' (rookies) or 'corkers' (good players)."
Prospective players and fans can get information at 732-859-7643 or furnace@monmouth.com.
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War of Outposts - New Bridge Painting Unveiling & Battleground Tour
On Saturday at 10:00 am, attend the New Bridge Painting Unveiling and Battleground Tour with Jim Smith, artist Jeff Trexler, Todd Braisted. Meet at the Steuben House for the battleground tour.Historic New Bridge Landing, the grounds of which included the home of Loyalist John Zabriskie and the “The Bridge that saved a Nation” over the Hackensack River, was also a battleground numerous times during the American Revolution.
This important crossing point in Bergen County was the scene of battles, encampments, headquarters, spies, reviews, forts, forages, surprises and even a friendly-fire incident. The armies of King George the Third and the Continental Congress, as well as Bergen County’s own local militiamen & Loyalist Refugees all became very familiar with this key parcel of land during the war.
The Battleground Tour with Todd Braisted follows the Painting unveiling! 24"x18" color prints of the new painting will be available for purchase and day-of-the-event a free 7"x5" color postcard is available; thereafter $1.00 each. Admission is $12 per adult, $7 per student, and BCHS members free. Historic New Bridge Landing is located at 1201 Main Street, River Edge, NJ. For more information, visit www.bergencountyhistory.org.
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Saturday, April 7 - Hopewell Township, Mercer County
There will be no admission charge when the Monmouth Furnace Base Ball Club opens its season Saturday on the diamond at Deal Elementary School, 201 Roseld Avenue, Deal, NJ. The team will play by 1864 rules against the Flemington Neshanock, a rival in the Mid-Atlantic Vintage Base Ball League. The name of the sport was two words in the 19th century.“Our entertaining games authentically re-enact the roots of modern baseball,” explained Russ McIver of Allenhurst, the team captain. “We make history come alive by swinging wood bats at underhand pitches and fielding the ball without gloves."
The Deal contest on Saturday will be the first of the club's 16 quaint but fast-paced games on spring and summer weekends. Monmouth Furnace will face another amateur team in West Long Branch on the following Saturday, April 14th. It will also play in Holmdel, South Amboy, Manasquan, Little Silver, Piscataway and Atlantic Highlands during this season.
Monmouth Furnace players come from all over the Shore region and beyond. Their ages range from 18 to 75. They regularly compete against league teams from New Brunswick, Elizabeth, Hoboken and nearby states.
The club often plays at historic sites such as Allaire Village. Monmouth Furnace was the original name of the pioneering Wall Township business that became Allaire Iron Works in the 1800s.
McIver pointed out that the national pastime got its start at the Shore in the 1850s with teams representing resort hotels. Later in the 19th century, major-league teams from Brooklyn and Manhattan held their spring training games in Allaire and Lakewood one year.
"We're looking for a few more players who want to have good old-fashioned enjoyment on the diamond," the Monmouth Furnace captain noted. "They can be 'muffins' (rookies) or 'corkers' (good players)."
Prospective players and fans can get information at 732-859-7643 or furnace@monmouth.com.
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Saturday, April 7 - Hopewell Township, Mercer County
Lambing
Children Friendly
Lambs, newly hatched chicks, and baby pigs are among the dozens of new faces you will find at Howell Living History Farm these days, as well as a few colonies of bees.
Visitors to the 130-acre working farm will be able to meet these animals up close during the farm’s annual Lambing Day. Throughout the day, farmers will be present to introduce visitors to babies born this spring, as well as to other animals. Visitors to the main barn will be able to meet the farm’s workhorses and oxen. Animal visiting hours are 11:00 am - 3:00 pm.
Howell Living Farm represents typical farm life between 1890 and 1910. The farm is operated by the Mercer County Parks Commission. It is located at 70 Wooden's Lane, Lambertville, NJ. For more information. call 609-737-3299 or visit www.howellfarm.org.
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Lambing
Children Friendly
Lambs, newly hatched chicks, and baby pigs are among the dozens of new faces you will find at Howell Living History Farm these days, as well as a few colonies of bees.Visitors to the 130-acre working farm will be able to meet these animals up close during the farm’s annual Lambing Day. Throughout the day, farmers will be present to introduce visitors to babies born this spring, as well as to other animals. Visitors to the main barn will be able to meet the farm’s workhorses and oxen. Animal visiting hours are 11:00 am - 3:00 pm.
Howell Living Farm represents typical farm life between 1890 and 1910. The farm is operated by the Mercer County Parks Commission. It is located at 70 Wooden's Lane, Lambertville, NJ. For more information. call 609-737-3299 or visit www.howellfarm.org.
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Saturday, April 7 - Cape May, Cape May County
Historic Haunts House Tour
Family Friendly
Get into the spirit of things on a guided tour of the historic (some say haunted) Physick Estate, which includes a discussion of Victorian spiritualism on Saturday at 7:30 pm. This is a limited tour. Admission is $12 for adults, $8 for children (ages 3-12). Tickets can be purchased at the Emlen Physick Estate, 1048 Washington Street, Cape May, NJ. Sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts & Humanities (MAC). For more information and to reserve tickets, call 609-884-5404 or 800-275-4278 or visit www.capemaymac.org.
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Historic Haunts House Tour
Family Friendly
Get into the spirit of things on a guided tour of the historic (some say haunted) Physick Estate, which includes a discussion of Victorian spiritualism on Saturday at 7:30 pm. This is a limited tour. Admission is $12 for adults, $8 for children (ages 3-12). Tickets can be purchased at the Emlen Physick Estate, 1048 Washington Street, Cape May, NJ. Sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts & Humanities (MAC). For more information and to reserve tickets, call 609-884-5404 or 800-275-4278 or visit www.capemaymac.org.-----------------------------------
Saturday, April 7 - Cape May, Cape May County
Historic Haunts Combo Tour
Family Friendly
Combine the Ghosts of Cape May trolley tour with a visit to the 1879 Emlen Physick Estate, where you will visit a home séance room of the 1890s and learn of the Victorians' fascination with spiritualism on Saturday at 7:00 pm. Admission is $22 for adults, $14 for children (ages 3-12). Tickets can be purchased at the Emlen Physick Estate, 1048 Washington Street, Cape May, NJ. Sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts & Humanities (MAC). For more information and to reserve tickets, call 609-884-5404 or 800-275-4278 or visit www.capemaymac.org.
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Take this spine-tingling, 30-minute evening trolley ride through the streets of Cape May with a guide who relates the paranormal findings of medium Craig McManus on Saturday at 8:30 pm. Admission is $12 for adults, $8 for children (ages 3-12). Tours leave from the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street. Sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts & Humanities (MAC). For more information, call 609-884-5404 or 800-275-4278 or visit www.capemaymac.org.
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Historic Haunts Combo Tour
Family Friendly
Combine the Ghosts of Cape May trolley tour with a visit to the 1879 Emlen Physick Estate, where you will visit a home séance room of the 1890s and learn of the Victorians' fascination with spiritualism on Saturday at 7:00 pm. Admission is $22 for adults, $14 for children (ages 3-12). Tickets can be purchased at the Emlen Physick Estate, 1048 Washington Street, Cape May, NJ. Sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts & Humanities (MAC). For more information and to reserve tickets, call 609-884-5404 or 800-275-4278 or visit www.capemaymac.org.
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Saturday, April 7 - Cape May, Cape May County
Ghosts of Cape May Trolley Tour
Family Friendly
Ghosts of Cape May Trolley Tour
Family Friendly
Take this spine-tingling, 30-minute evening trolley ride through the streets of Cape May with a guide who relates the paranormal findings of medium Craig McManus on Saturday at 8:30 pm. Admission is $12 for adults, $8 for children (ages 3-12). Tours leave from the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street. Sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts & Humanities (MAC). For more information, call 609-884-5404 or 800-275-4278 or visit www.capemaymac.org.
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Saturday, April 7 - Morris Township, Morris County
Farm Know-How: The Willows’ Ice House
Children Friendly Event and Site
On Saturday at Fosterfield's Living Historical Farm, discover how the ice house was used in the days before modern refrigeration. Learn about ice harvesting tools, and move small ice blocks with ice tongs. Visit the powerful draft horses that can pull a load of ice with ease. This event will be held from 1:00 - 3:30 pm.
Admission: $6 for adults; $5 for seniors (65+); $4 for children ages 4 – 16; and $2 for children ages 2 and 3. FREE for children under age 2 and Friends members with a current membership card. Fosterfields Living Historical Farm is located at 73 Kahdena Road, Morristown, NJ. For more information, visit www.morrisparks.net.
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Farm Know-How: The Willows’ Ice House
Children Friendly Event and Site
On Saturday at Fosterfield's Living Historical Farm, discover how the ice house was used in the days before modern refrigeration. Learn about ice harvesting tools, and move small ice blocks with ice tongs. Visit the powerful draft horses that can pull a load of ice with ease. This event will be held from 1:00 - 3:30 pm.Admission: $6 for adults; $5 for seniors (65+); $4 for children ages 4 – 16; and $2 for children ages 2 and 3. FREE for children under age 2 and Friends members with a current membership card. Fosterfields Living Historical Farm is located at 73 Kahdena Road, Morristown, NJ. For more information, visit www.morrisparks.net.
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Saturday, April 7 - Chester, Morris County
Opening Day at Cooper Gristmill
Children Friendly Event
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On Saturday, experience the powerful energy of the Black River as it runs the 1826 Cooper Gristmill’s huge waterwheel and four floors of machinery to grind grain seeds into flour. How much flour do you think is produced daily? History and technology fans and families can find out the answers, and much more!
The gristmill is open from 10:00 am - 5:00 pm. The last guided tour of the gristmill begins at 3:30 pm. The suggested donation to tour the Gristmill is $3 per adult, $2 per senior (65+), and $1 per child age 4 - 16. FREE per child under age 4, and Friends of Fosterfields and Cooper Mill members with a current membership card. The Cooper Gristmill is located at 66 Route 513, Chester, NJ. For more information, call 908-879-5463 or visit www.morrisparks.net.
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Saturday, April 7 - Farmingdale, Monmouth County
Opening Day at Allaire, Celebrating 60 Years!
Children Friendly Event & Site
As New Jersey’s premiere outdoor living history museum, come and celebrate Allaire’s history with special house tours, craft demonstrations (carpentry, tinsmith, blacksmith, hearth-cooking, fibre arts), children’s games, story-tellling, historic quilt “airing,” and more! With winter behind and signs of spring, the village comes to life this day to kickoff the 2018 season. Over 12 of our unique craft guilds will be demonstrating their 19th century craft! Guided tours of the historic village, including two of our newly developed interpretive sites for 2018! A special history and science scavenger hunt for children and adults. Music in the village, hands-on activities, and interactive programs to experience life in this early 19th century industrial village. Special “food and baking program” at the Allaire Bakery, the first building to open at the Historic Village at Allaire in 1957; grand re-opening with specialty cookies and baked goods! Photo exhibition in the Enameling Building! Learn about what Allaire has to offer via group tours, facility rentals (the Chapel), benefits of museum membership, special events, volunteer/intern opportunities, sponsorships, and much more! An “Opening Day” and “Open House” to kick off a thrilling year at the Historic Village at Allaire!
Hours: 11:00 am - 4:00 pm. General Village/Event Admission: $5 per adult, $3 children 6-12 years, under 5 FREE.
The Historic Village at Allaire is located at 4263 Atlantic Avenue, Farmingdale, NJ. For more information, contact the Allaire Village office during business hours, Monday through Friday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm, at 732-919-3500 or visit www.allairevillage.org.
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Opening Day at Cooper Gristmill
Children Friendly Event
The gristmill is open from 10:00 am - 5:00 pm. The last guided tour of the gristmill begins at 3:30 pm. The suggested donation to tour the Gristmill is $3 per adult, $2 per senior (65+), and $1 per child age 4 - 16. FREE per child under age 4, and Friends of Fosterfields and Cooper Mill members with a current membership card. The Cooper Gristmill is located at 66 Route 513, Chester, NJ. For more information, call 908-879-5463 or visit www.morrisparks.net.
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Saturday, April 7 - Farmingdale, Monmouth County
Opening Day at Allaire, Celebrating 60 Years!
Children Friendly Event & Site
As New Jersey’s premiere outdoor living history museum, come and celebrate Allaire’s history with special house tours, craft demonstrations (carpentry, tinsmith, blacksmith, hearth-cooking, fibre arts), children’s games, story-tellling, historic quilt “airing,” and more! With winter behind and signs of spring, the village comes to life this day to kickoff the 2018 season. Over 12 of our unique craft guilds will be demonstrating their 19th century craft! Guided tours of the historic village, including two of our newly developed interpretive sites for 2018! A special history and science scavenger hunt for children and adults. Music in the village, hands-on activities, and interactive programs to experience life in this early 19th century industrial village. Special “food and baking program” at the Allaire Bakery, the first building to open at the Historic Village at Allaire in 1957; grand re-opening with specialty cookies and baked goods! Photo exhibition in the Enameling Building! Learn about what Allaire has to offer via group tours, facility rentals (the Chapel), benefits of museum membership, special events, volunteer/intern opportunities, sponsorships, and much more! An “Opening Day” and “Open House” to kick off a thrilling year at the Historic Village at Allaire!Hours: 11:00 am - 4:00 pm. General Village/Event Admission: $5 per adult, $3 children 6-12 years, under 5 FREE.
The Historic Village at Allaire is located at 4263 Atlantic Avenue, Farmingdale, NJ. For more information, contact the Allaire Village office during business hours, Monday through Friday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm, at 732-919-3500 or visit www.allairevillage.org.
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Saturday - Sunday, April 7 - 8 - Morristown, Morris County
Opening Weekend at Historic Speedwell
Children Friendly Event
Enjoy a Speedwell Sampler, and find out what’s new at Historic Speedwell in 2018! Experience a variety of traditional fun and games for the entire family. Save 10% off purchases in the Friends of Historic Speedwell Gift Shop. Hours: Saturday 10:00 am - 6:00 pm and Sunday 12:00 noon - 6:00 pm. Admission: $5/adult, $4/senior (65+), $3/child (ages 4 -16). FREE for children under age 4 and Friends members, with a current membership card. Historic Speedwell is located 333 Speedwell Avenue, Morristown, NJ. For more information, call 973-285-6550 or visit www.morrisparks.net.
Opening Weekend at Historic Speedwell
Children Friendly Event
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Saturday - Sunday, April 7 - 8 - Lower Township, Cape May County
World War II Tower Lookout Museum and Memorial Open
Family Friendly
Fire Control Tower No. 23 on Sunset Boulevard is New Jersey's last freestanding World War II tower, part of the immense Harbor Defense of the Delaware system known as Fort Miles. After an award-winning restoration in 2009, visitors can climb to the 6th floor spotting gallery while learning about the homeland defense efforts during World War II. The ground floor of the tower, the All Veterans Memorial, and boardwalk interpretive panels are fully accessible. Open Saturday and Sunday from 11:00 am - 3:00 pm. Admission is $6 for adults, $3 for children (ages 3-12) (One child free with paying adult). The World War II Lookout Tower is located on Sunset Boulevard in Lower Township, near Cape May Point. Sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts & Humanities (MAC). For more information, call 609-884-5404 or 800-275-4278 or visit www.capemaymac.org.
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The Ringwood Manor Association of the Arts will be offering exclusive small group tours focused on the art collection in the Manor House on Saturday and Sunday. This special tour will be hosted by the Manor curator and historian, Sue Shutte. The historic Ringwood Manor served as the summer estate of the Gilded Age industrialist Cooper-Hewitt families and is a National Historic Landmark District. Tours will highlight unique pieces, works by well-known artists, and the Hewitt family’s connections to the art community of the 19th century.
Two tour sessions will be offered - Saturday at 10:30 am and Sunday at 1:30 pm. The tour cost is $20 and each tour will last approximately 1½ hours. Tours are limited to 20 people for each session. Due to group size limitations, advance payment is required to reserve your spot. Proceeds will benefit the Carriage Barn Roof Repair Fund. Ringwood Manor is located at 1304 Sloatsburg Road, Ringwood, NJ. For more information, call 973-839-0921 or visit www.ringwoodmanorarts.org
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World War II Tower Lookout Museum and Memorial Open
Family Friendly
Fire Control Tower No. 23 on Sunset Boulevard is New Jersey's last freestanding World War II tower, part of the immense Harbor Defense of the Delaware system known as Fort Miles. After an award-winning restoration in 2009, visitors can climb to the 6th floor spotting gallery while learning about the homeland defense efforts during World War II. The ground floor of the tower, the All Veterans Memorial, and boardwalk interpretive panels are fully accessible. Open Saturday and Sunday from 11:00 am - 3:00 pm. Admission is $6 for adults, $3 for children (ages 3-12) (One child free with paying adult). The World War II Lookout Tower is located on Sunset Boulevard in Lower Township, near Cape May Point. Sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts & Humanities (MAC). For more information, call 609-884-5404 or 800-275-4278 or visit www.capemaymac.org.-----------------------------------
Saturday - Sunday, April 7 - 8 - Ringwood, Passaic County
Tour of Ringwood Manor's Art Collection
Tour of Ringwood Manor's Art Collection
Two tour sessions will be offered - Saturday at 10:30 am and Sunday at 1:30 pm. The tour cost is $20 and each tour will last approximately 1½ hours. Tours are limited to 20 people for each session. Due to group size limitations, advance payment is required to reserve your spot. Proceeds will benefit the Carriage Barn Roof Repair Fund. Ringwood Manor is located at 1304 Sloatsburg Road, Ringwood, NJ. For more information, call 973-839-0921 or visit www.ringwoodmanorarts.org
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Saturday - Sunday, April 7 - 8 - Upper Freehold, Monmouth County
Strike While the Iron is Hot
Children Friendly Site & Event
Iron, anvil, hammer, and forge. Master Craftsman Tom Kelleher of Old Sturbridge Village will be sharing his 19th century blacksmith expertise with us. Milling demonstrations also begin this weekend; fascinating, fun and free! These events will take place between 1:00 and 4:00 pm each day.
While there, tour the large, elegant Walnford home built in 1774, the 19th century gristmill, and the farm buildings set in a beautiful landscape. Walnford is located at 62 Walnford Road, 08501. For more information, visit www.monmouthcountyparks.com.
Strike While the Iron is Hot
Children Friendly Site & Event
Iron, anvil, hammer, and forge. Master Craftsman Tom Kelleher of Old Sturbridge Village will be sharing his 19th century blacksmith expertise with us. Milling demonstrations also begin this weekend; fascinating, fun and free! These events will take place between 1:00 and 4:00 pm each day.While there, tour the large, elegant Walnford home built in 1774, the 19th century gristmill, and the farm buildings set in a beautiful landscape. Walnford is located at 62 Walnford Road, 08501. For more information, visit www.monmouthcountyparks.com.