NJ Weekend Historical Happenings: 6/2/18 - 6/3/18
New Jersey Weekend Historical Happenings
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Saturday, June 2 - 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.
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Saturday, June 2 - Haddonfield, Camden County
Revolutionary War Skirmish in Haddonfield
Children Friendly Event
Red Coats and rebels will face off once again when the American Revolution returns to South Jersey for the fourth annual "Skirmish on Kings Highway" on Saturday from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm.
The event will mark the 240th anniversary of the British encampment in Haddonfield. Revolutionary reenactors - the Second Pennsylvania Regiment - will gather at the Indian King Tavern Museum beginning at 10:00 am. Around 1:00 pm, the Red Coats from the First Battalion of New Jersey Volunteers will march down Kings Highway.
When the two groups meet, the skirmish will begin, with the future of the colonies at stake. The fight will last about 30 minutes, and there will be space for people to watch along the street, which will be closed to traffic. Afterward, children will have a chance to march down the street with wooden muskets. Tours of the museum will be held throughout the day.
The Indian King Tavern Museum is located at 233 Kings Highway, Haddonfield, NJ. For more information, call 856-429-6792 or visit www.indiankingfriends.org.
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Saturday, June 2 - River Edge, Bergen County
Spring Cleanup at Historic New Bridge Landing
The Buildings and Grounds Committee of the Bergen County Historical Society will hosting a site wide clean up on Saturday. Meet at the Campbell-Christie House and areas will be assigned. The Building and Grounds Committee of the Bergen County Historical Society and the Historic New Bridge Landing Park Commission will be hosting this event on Saturday from 8:00 am - 10:00 am.
This work will occur outdoors so bring gloves, clippers and boots. We'll be tackling the identification and removal of non-native plants, organizing the garden, and getting ready for the Vintage Base Ball game.
Historic New Bridge Landing is located at 1201-1209 Main Street, River Edge, NJ. Free parking is available or take a train on the Pascack Valley Line from Secaucus Junction via NJ Transit to the "New Bridge Landing" train stop in River Edge. For more information, visit www.bergencountyhistory.org.
Revolutionary War Skirmish in Haddonfield
Children Friendly Event
Red Coats and rebels will face off once again when the American Revolution returns to South Jersey for the fourth annual "Skirmish on Kings Highway" on Saturday from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm.The event will mark the 240th anniversary of the British encampment in Haddonfield. Revolutionary reenactors - the Second Pennsylvania Regiment - will gather at the Indian King Tavern Museum beginning at 10:00 am. Around 1:00 pm, the Red Coats from the First Battalion of New Jersey Volunteers will march down Kings Highway.
When the two groups meet, the skirmish will begin, with the future of the colonies at stake. The fight will last about 30 minutes, and there will be space for people to watch along the street, which will be closed to traffic. Afterward, children will have a chance to march down the street with wooden muskets. Tours of the museum will be held throughout the day.
The Indian King Tavern Museum is located at 233 Kings Highway, Haddonfield, NJ. For more information, call 856-429-6792 or visit www.indiankingfriends.org.
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Saturday, June 2 - River Edge, Bergen County
Spring Cleanup at Historic New Bridge Landing
The Buildings and Grounds Committee of the Bergen County Historical Society will hosting a site wide clean up on Saturday. Meet at the Campbell-Christie House and areas will be assigned. The Building and Grounds Committee of the Bergen County Historical Society and the Historic New Bridge Landing Park Commission will be hosting this event on Saturday from 8:00 am - 10:00 am.
This work will occur outdoors so bring gloves, clippers and boots. We'll be tackling the identification and removal of non-native plants, organizing the garden, and getting ready for the Vintage Base Ball game.
Historic New Bridge Landing is located at 1201-1209 Main Street, River Edge, NJ. Free parking is available or take a train on the Pascack Valley Line from Secaucus Junction via NJ Transit to the "New Bridge Landing" train stop in River Edge. For more information, visit www.bergencountyhistory.org.
Saturday, June 2- Hopewell Township, Mercer County
Hog Weighing
Children Friendly Site
The Howell Farm hogs will wade out of their wallows, shuffle down a chute and step onto the scales. The weigh-in is open to the public, which is invited to join farmers as they wash and weigh hogs, slop hogs, and of course, call hogs.
Kids can help farmers with pig chores: mixing feed and filling wallows. Hog weighing will take placeduring the day. Prizes will be offered to visitors who come closest to guessing the pigs' weights.
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, June 2 - Morristown, Morris County
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Saturdays through September 1, 2018 - Cape May Point, Cape May County
Lighthouse Storytime
Children Friendly Event
Bring your young children to the Education Center in Cape May Point State Park (adjacent to the Cape May Lighthouse) to listen to nautical tales and lighthouse adventure stories on Saturday at 12:30 pm. Free admission. Cape May Point State Park is located at 215 Light House Avenue, Cape May Point, NJ. SCo-sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts & Humanities (MAC) and Cape May Point State Park. For more information, call 609-884-5404 or 800-275-4278 or visit www.capemaymac.org.
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Saturday, June 2 - Trenton, Mercer County
Annual Ice Cream Social
Children Friendly Event
On Sunday from 1:00 - 3:00 pm, take a step back in time to enjoy an Old-Fashioned Ice Cream Social at the 1719 William Trent House Museum with free house tours and period games for children and adults.
Several ice cream flavors will be available. Board members will scoop the ice cream while families can add toppings from the toppings bar. This event is free and open to the public. Feel free to relax at our picnic tables, or bring a blanket and relax on the lawn.
Built in 1719, the magnificent Trent House is the oldest building in New Jersey's state capital. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, it is restored and carefully furnished as it would have been in the early 18th century. The Trenton House is located at 15 Market Street in Trenton, NJ adjacent to the Hughes Justice Complex. Ample free parking. For more information, call 609-989-0087, e-mail trenthouseassociation@verizon.net, or visit www.williamtrenthouse.org.
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During the Underground Railroad Trolley Tour on Saturday at 10:15 am, you will hear how legendary anti-slavery fighter, Harriet Tubman walked the streets of Cape May, as did businessman and former slave, Stephen Smith, whose railroad cars carried hundreds to freedom. Includes a guided tour of the Owen Coachman house (a historic free black's house). Admission is $15. Co-sponsored by the Center for Community Arts and 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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Hog Weighing
Children Friendly Site
The Howell Farm hogs will wade out of their wallows, shuffle down a chute and step onto the scales. The weigh-in is open to the public, which is invited to join farmers as they wash and weigh hogs, slop hogs, and of course, call hogs.Kids can help farmers with pig chores: mixing feed and filling wallows. Hog weighing will take placeduring the day. Prizes will be offered to visitors who come closest to guessing the pigs' weights.
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, June 2 - Morristown, Morris County
Open Hearth Cooking Demonstration: George Washington’s Birthday
Children Friendly Program
The Father of our country may have been born in February, but we’re going to celebrate civics in June by featuring recipes that would have been used during Washington’s Birthday celebrations in the 19th century. Experience this cooking demonstration as historic recipes are prepared on the open hearth. The program runs from 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.
Children Friendly Program
The Father of our country may have been born in February, but we’re going to celebrate civics in June by featuring recipes that would have been used during Washington’s Birthday celebrations in the 19th century. Experience this cooking demonstration as historic recipes are prepared on the open hearth. The program runs from 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.
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Saturday, June 2 - Morris Township, Morris County
Hitch a Ride and Buzzes and Baas on the Farm
Children Friendly Event and Site
On Saturday at Fosterfield's Living Historical Farm, join the farm staff for a leisurely open-air wagon ride around the historic farm from 10:15 am - 12:00 noon.
Bees and sheep are important friends on the farm. Make a beehive with fingerprint bees or puffy painted sheep. While your creations dry, visit the real ‘buzzes and baas’ at the farm. Be sure to pick up your special craft to take home. Parental assistance needed. Program takes place 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, June 2 - Holmdel, Monmouth County
Cookstove & Smocking Demonstration
Children Friendly Site & 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.
Also take a step back in time to see the art of smocking in action.
These free events runs from 1:00 - 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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Hitch a Ride and Buzzes and Baas on the Farm
Children Friendly Event and Site
On Saturday at Fosterfield's Living Historical Farm, join the farm staff for a leisurely open-air wagon ride around the historic farm from 10:15 am - 12:00 noon. Bees and sheep are important friends on the farm. Make a beehive with fingerprint bees or puffy painted sheep. While your creations dry, visit the real ‘buzzes and baas’ at the farm. Be sure to pick up your special craft to take home. Parental assistance needed. Program takes place 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, June 2 - Brick Township, Ocean County
Annual Giant Yard Sale
The Brick Township Historical Society will hold its Annual Giant Yard Sale on its Havens Homestead Museum property at 521 Herbertsville Road, Brick, NJ on Saturday from 8:00 am - 2:00 pm. Rain date is Sunday, June 4, same hours. There will be a variety of reasonably priced merchandise including costume jewelry, linens, kitchen items, framed art works, furniture, and much more. A NJ licensed gold/silver dealer will be there to buy unwanted metals. A bake sale will also be held. The Lizzie Herbert Gift Shop will feature specials. Parking is in a lot 150 feet east of the museum entrance by a sign that reads “Robert Anstett Cultural Arts Center.” For more information, call 732-785-2500 or visit www.bricktwphistoricalsociety.com.
Annual Giant Yard Sale
The Brick Township Historical Society will hold its Annual Giant Yard Sale on its Havens Homestead Museum property at 521 Herbertsville Road, Brick, NJ on Saturday from 8:00 am - 2:00 pm. Rain date is Sunday, June 4, same hours. There will be a variety of reasonably priced merchandise including costume jewelry, linens, kitchen items, framed art works, furniture, and much more. A NJ licensed gold/silver dealer will be there to buy unwanted metals. A bake sale will also be held. The Lizzie Herbert Gift Shop will feature specials. Parking is in a lot 150 feet east of the museum entrance by a sign that reads “Robert Anstett Cultural Arts Center.” For more information, call 732-785-2500 or visit www.bricktwphistoricalsociety.com.
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Saturday, June 2 - Holmdel, Monmouth County
Cookstove & Smocking Demonstration
Children Friendly Site & 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. Also take a step back in time to see the art of smocking in action.
These free events runs from 1:00 - 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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Saturdays through September 1, 2018 - Cape May Point, Cape May County
The Keeper's on Duty
Children Friendly Event
What's it like to be a Lighthouse Keeper? If you’d like the answer to this question and others, join us for The Keeper's On Duty, at the Education Center at Cape May Point State Park (adjacent to the Cape May Lighthouse) on Saturday at 1:15 pm. The Keeper of the Cape May Lighthouse presents an informative and entertaining half hour talk on the history and lore of the famous 1859 Cape May Lighthouse. Suited for everyone from children to lighthouse buffs, it’s the perfect introduction to your lighthouse climb! All Keeper's on Duty are free and open to the public. Cape May Point State Park is located at 215 Light House Avenue, Cape May Point, NJ. Co-sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts & Humanities (MAC) and Cape May Point State Park. For more information, call 609-884-5404 or 800-275-4278 or visit www.capemaymac.org.
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The Keeper's on Duty
Children Friendly Event
What's it like to be a Lighthouse Keeper? If you’d like the answer to this question and others, join us for The Keeper's On Duty, at the Education Center at Cape May Point State Park (adjacent to the Cape May Lighthouse) on Saturday at 1:15 pm. The Keeper of the Cape May Lighthouse presents an informative and entertaining half hour talk on the history and lore of the famous 1859 Cape May Lighthouse. Suited for everyone from children to lighthouse buffs, it’s the perfect introduction to your lighthouse climb! All Keeper's on Duty are free and open to the public. Cape May Point State Park is located at 215 Light House Avenue, Cape May Point, NJ. Co-sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts & Humanities (MAC) and Cape May Point State Park. For more information, call 609-884-5404 or 800-275-4278 or visit www.capemaymac.org.
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Lighthouse Storytime
Children Friendly Event
Bring your young children to the Education Center in Cape May Point State Park (adjacent to the Cape May Lighthouse) to listen to nautical tales and lighthouse adventure stories on Saturday at 12:30 pm. Free admission. Cape May Point State Park is located at 215 Light House Avenue, Cape May Point, NJ. SCo-sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts & Humanities (MAC) and Cape May Point State Park. For more information, call 609-884-5404 or 800-275-4278 or visit www.capemaymac.org.
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Saturday, June 2 - Trenton, Mercer County
Annual Ice Cream Social
Children Friendly Event
On Sunday from 1:00 - 3:00 pm, take a step back in time to enjoy an Old-Fashioned Ice Cream Social at the 1719 William Trent House Museum with free house tours and period games for children and adults.Several ice cream flavors will be available. Board members will scoop the ice cream while families can add toppings from the toppings bar. This event is free and open to the public. Feel free to relax at our picnic tables, or bring a blanket and relax on the lawn.
Built in 1719, the magnificent Trent House is the oldest building in New Jersey's state capital. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, it is restored and carefully furnished as it would have been in the early 18th century. The Trenton House is located at 15 Market Street in Trenton, NJ adjacent to the Hughes Justice Complex. Ample free parking. For more information, call 609-989-0087, e-mail trenthouseassociation@verizon.net, or visit www.williamtrenthouse.org.
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Saturday, June 2 - Bordentown, Burlington County
Nocturnal Wildlife by Kate Szostak
Nocturnal Wildlife by Kate Szostak
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Saturday, June 2 - Cape May, Cape May County
Underground Railroad Trolley Tour
Underground Railroad Trolley Tour
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Saturday, June 2 - 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 8:45 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 8:45 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, June 2 - 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 8:15 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 7:15 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 8:15 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, June 2 - 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 7:15 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 - Sunday, June 2 - 3 - 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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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, June 2 - 3 - Farmingdale, Monmouth County
9th Annual Civil War Encampment
Children Friendly Event & Site
Join the Historic Village at Allaire as we welcome the Civil Skirmish and Encampment Group to our grounds as they re-enact life during the Civil War. Travel back in time this year as the "Crossroads to Gettysburg" is reenacted throughout various areas of the village. Join the crowds in watching and participate in military drills, meet President Lincoln, and converse with influential military figures. Learn about the lives of soldiers and civilians. A skirmish between Confederate and Union Troops will take place in the heart of the village!
The encampment lasts two days: Saturday and Sunday, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm.
Event fee of $5 per car (to benefit The Historic Village at Allaire's educational programming). Other donations appreciated.
Special lecture series, musical programs, camp tours and much more taking place.
Some planned activities include: a historic baseball game played with 1860 rules, artillery demonstrations, a dress parade, and various skirmishes throughout the day.
Historic homes, craft shops, stores, and exhibit halls at Allaire to be open for the event!
Welcome to "Crossroads to Gettysburg"!
- Licensed Battlefield Guides from Gettysburg will lead tours following Federal regiments on their route to a date with destiny!
- The Historic Village of Allaire will serve as the backdrop for the towns of Hanover Junction, PA, Emmitsburg, MD, Frederick, MD and Taneytown, MD as the troop make their way in pursuit of the invading Confederates.
- The Allaire Mansion will be converted into the President Lincoln's summer White House in Georgetown.
- Soldiers will enter the Village from different points to create the illusion of various towns adjacent to the Mason-Dixon line. Rebel skirmishers will delay the advancing troops who will be pressed into many different lines of battle along their journey.
- On Sunday we will stage the opening of the Battle of Gettysburg with a recreation of the McPherson's Ridge segment of the engagement.
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.
9th Annual Civil War Encampment
Children Friendly Event & Site
Join the Historic Village at Allaire as we welcome the Civil Skirmish and Encampment Group to our grounds as they re-enact life during the Civil War. Travel back in time this year as the "Crossroads to Gettysburg" is reenacted throughout various areas of the village. Join the crowds in watching and participate in military drills, meet President Lincoln, and converse with influential military figures. Learn about the lives of soldiers and civilians. A skirmish between Confederate and Union Troops will take place in the heart of the village!The encampment lasts two days: Saturday and Sunday, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm.
Event fee of $5 per car (to benefit The Historic Village at Allaire's educational programming). Other donations appreciated.
Special lecture series, musical programs, camp tours and much more taking place.
Some planned activities include: a historic baseball game played with 1860 rules, artillery demonstrations, a dress parade, and various skirmishes throughout the day.
Historic homes, craft shops, stores, and exhibit halls at Allaire to be open for the event!
Welcome to "Crossroads to Gettysburg"!
- Licensed Battlefield Guides from Gettysburg will lead tours following Federal regiments on their route to a date with destiny!
- The Historic Village of Allaire will serve as the backdrop for the towns of Hanover Junction, PA, Emmitsburg, MD, Frederick, MD and Taneytown, MD as the troop make their way in pursuit of the invading Confederates.
- The Allaire Mansion will be converted into the President Lincoln's summer White House in Georgetown.
- Soldiers will enter the Village from different points to create the illusion of various towns adjacent to the Mason-Dixon line. Rebel skirmishers will delay the advancing troops who will be pressed into many different lines of battle along their journey.
- On Sunday we will stage the opening of the Battle of Gettysburg with a recreation of the McPherson's Ridge segment of the engagement.
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.