NJ Weekend Historical Happenings: 6/30/18 - 7/1/18
New Jersey Weekend Historical Happenings
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Saturday, June 30 - Flemington, Hunterdon County
The Union Hotel Named a Historic Site in Journalism
Join us in Flemington at the Hunterdon County Historical Society at 12:00 noon on Saturday when the New Jersey chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists unveils a plaque commemorating the role of the Union Hotel as the hub of world-wide media coverage during the Lindbergh kidnapping trial in 1935.
The plaque commemorates the hotel’s role in housing an international press corps that converged on Flemington for the trial of Bruno Richard Hauptmann, who was tried and convicted for the kidnapping and murder of the infant son of aviator Charles Lindbergh. Reporters covering the trial included Arthur Brisbane, H.L. Mencken, Dorothy Parker, Damon Runyon, and Walter Winchell.
The Union Hotel is the first site in New Jersey to be added to SPJ’s National List of Historic Sites in Journalism.
The Society’s Historic Sites in Journalism program honors the people and places that have played important roles in American journalistic history. The program began in 1942.
Other historic sites include The Pennsylvania Packet in Philadelphia, the first successful daily newspaper in the United States and first to publish the Declaration of Independence and the U. S. Constitution, Freedom’s Journal in New York City, the first Black newspaper published in the United States and the National Press Club in Washington, D.C.
The plaque will be unveiled at the Hunterdon Historical Society Library at 114 Main St. in Flemington, NJ. The Historical Society has agreed to take temporary custody of the plaque until the future of the Union Hotel becomes more clear. All are welcome to attend this free event. For further information, contact John Ensslin at 973-513-5632.
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Saturday, June 30 - Brielle, Monmouth County
1864 'base ball' Game
Children Friendly Event
Two rival teams in the Mid-Atlantic Vintage Base Ball League will be playing by 1864 rules on Saturday in Brielle.
That means they'll be swinging wood bats at underhand pitches -- and there will a lot of bare-handed catches because the sport did not allow gloves 154 years ago.
The Monmouth Furnace and New York Mutual Base Ball Clubs will take the field game at 11:00 am in Brielle Park, at Union Lane and South Street. Brielle's Union Landing Historical Society and the borough recreation department are sponsoring the event. Admission will be free.
The name of the national pastime was two words in 1864 – base ball. The team names are historic, too. Monmouth Furnace was the original name of the Allaire Iron Works in the 1800s, now a restored Wall Township village where that team started. The New York club's name pays tribute to a Manhattan team of the same name that played its home games in Hoboken 1857-67 and in Brooklyn 1868-1876. It was a charter member of the National League in 1876, but went bankrupt before the end of the season.
"There's a lot of baseball history in New Jersey and in the Shore region," he said. "The first competitive game was played in 1845 in Hoboken -- not in Cooperstown, New York. In the 1850s, teams representing Long Branch resort hotels played on inland fields around Monmouth County. In 1898, the Brooklyn and New York teams of the National League had spring training in Allaire and Lakewood, respectively."
McIver's club combines its love of the sport and history in exhibition games and hard-fought matches against league rivals on spring and summer weekends. Next on its schedule are Little Silver, Piscataway, Atlantic Highlands and even games in nearby states. McIver said he's always looking for more baseball and softball players who want to have “good old-fashioned fun by making history come alive on the diamond.”
The Monmouth Furnace team ranges from teenagers and senior citizens, including “muffins” (rookies) as well as “corkers” (good players). Both clubs are hoping to attract a lot of “cranks” (fans) on Saturday. Spectators are urged to bring lawn chairs and refreshments.
More information is available from McIver at 732-859-7643 or furnace@monmouth.com.
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Join us in Flemington at the Hunterdon County Historical Society at 12:00 noon on Saturday when the New Jersey chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists unveils a plaque commemorating the role of the Union Hotel as the hub of world-wide media coverage during the Lindbergh kidnapping trial in 1935.The plaque commemorates the hotel’s role in housing an international press corps that converged on Flemington for the trial of Bruno Richard Hauptmann, who was tried and convicted for the kidnapping and murder of the infant son of aviator Charles Lindbergh. Reporters covering the trial included Arthur Brisbane, H.L. Mencken, Dorothy Parker, Damon Runyon, and Walter Winchell.
The Union Hotel is the first site in New Jersey to be added to SPJ’s National List of Historic Sites in Journalism.
The Society’s Historic Sites in Journalism program honors the people and places that have played important roles in American journalistic history. The program began in 1942.
Other historic sites include The Pennsylvania Packet in Philadelphia, the first successful daily newspaper in the United States and first to publish the Declaration of Independence and the U. S. Constitution, Freedom’s Journal in New York City, the first Black newspaper published in the United States and the National Press Club in Washington, D.C.
The plaque will be unveiled at the Hunterdon Historical Society Library at 114 Main St. in Flemington, NJ. The Historical Society has agreed to take temporary custody of the plaque until the future of the Union Hotel becomes more clear. All are welcome to attend this free event. For further information, contact John Ensslin at 973-513-5632.
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1864 'base ball' Game
Children Friendly Event
Two rival teams in the Mid-Atlantic Vintage Base Ball League will be playing by 1864 rules on Saturday in Brielle.
That means they'll be swinging wood bats at underhand pitches -- and there will a lot of bare-handed catches because the sport did not allow gloves 154 years ago.
The Monmouth Furnace and New York Mutual Base Ball Clubs will take the field game at 11:00 am in Brielle Park, at Union Lane and South Street. Brielle's Union Landing Historical Society and the borough recreation department are sponsoring the event. Admission will be free.
The name of the national pastime was two words in 1864 – base ball. The team names are historic, too. Monmouth Furnace was the original name of the Allaire Iron Works in the 1800s, now a restored Wall Township village where that team started. The New York club's name pays tribute to a Manhattan team of the same name that played its home games in Hoboken 1857-67 and in Brooklyn 1868-1876. It was a charter member of the National League in 1876, but went bankrupt before the end of the season.
"There's a lot of baseball history in New Jersey and in the Shore region," he said. "The first competitive game was played in 1845 in Hoboken -- not in Cooperstown, New York. In the 1850s, teams representing Long Branch resort hotels played on inland fields around Monmouth County. In 1898, the Brooklyn and New York teams of the National League had spring training in Allaire and Lakewood, respectively."
McIver's club combines its love of the sport and history in exhibition games and hard-fought matches against league rivals on spring and summer weekends. Next on its schedule are Little Silver, Piscataway, Atlantic Highlands and even games in nearby states. McIver said he's always looking for more baseball and softball players who want to have “good old-fashioned fun by making history come alive on the diamond.”
The Monmouth Furnace team ranges from teenagers and senior citizens, including “muffins” (rookies) as well as “corkers” (good players). Both clubs are hoping to attract a lot of “cranks” (fans) on Saturday. Spectators are urged to bring lawn chairs and refreshments.
More information is available from McIver at 732-859-7643 or furnace@monmouth.com.
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Cookstove Demonstration & Crochet/Lacemaking 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. Dorothy Gratton will visit Longstreet Farm demonstrating the art of crocheting and lacemaking in the Victorian era.
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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Saturday, June 30 - Morris Township, Morris County
Meet the Servants at The Willows & Herbalicious!
Children Friendly Event and Site
On Saturday at Fosterfields Living Historical Farm, at 1:00 and 2:00 pm, during a hands-on guided tour, learn about the role of the domestic servants at the Foster home, The Willows, during the WWI era. Help the maid with household chores, and learn it was a full workout to keep a proper house. At the end of the tour, you can help the cook prepare historic foods using the wood-burning cook stove.
From 1:00 - 2:00 pm, gather at the Farmhouse herb garden to discover how herbs enhance the taste of food. Make a sachet to take home.
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.
Meet the Servants at The Willows & Herbalicious!
Children Friendly Event and Site
On Saturday at Fosterfields Living Historical Farm, at 1:00 and 2:00 pm, during a hands-on guided tour, learn about the role of the domestic servants at the Foster home, The Willows, during the WWI era. Help the maid with household chores, and learn it was a full workout to keep a proper house. At the end of the tour, you can help the cook prepare historic foods using the wood-burning cook stove.From 1:00 - 2:00 pm, gather at the Farmhouse herb garden to discover how herbs enhance the taste of food. Make a sachet to take home.
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 30 - Hopewell Township, Mercer County
Ice Cream Party
Children Friendly Site
On Saturday, Howell Living History Farm invites the public to enjoy an old fashioned "ice cream party." Featured activities include music, wagon rides, games and contests, a children’s craft program and lots of ice cream making and eating.
Ice cream making will begin and visitors are invited to help draw and grind ice from the Farm's ice house. The first batch of homemade ice cream will be ready for dipping at 12:00 noon. Ice cream sodas and sundaes will be served until 3:30 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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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. 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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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 7:45 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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Ice Cream Party
Children Friendly Site
On Saturday, Howell Living History Farm invites the public to enjoy an old fashioned "ice cream party." Featured activities include music, wagon rides, games and contests, a children’s craft program and lots of ice cream making and eating.Ice cream making will begin and visitors are invited to help draw and grind ice from the Farm's ice house. The first batch of homemade ice cream will be ready for dipping at 12:00 noon. Ice cream sodas and sundaes will be served until 3:30 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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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. 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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Saturday, June 30 - 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 7:45 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 30 - July 1 - Cape May, Cape May County
Emlen Physick Estate Tour
Family Friendly Tour
Take a guided tour of Cape May's Emlen Physick Estate, the magnificent Stick Style mansion attributed to renowned Victorian architect Frank Furness. A tour of the 15 beautifully restored rooms gives you a glimpse into the lifestyle of this Victorian-era Cape May family. Physick Estate Tours take approximately 45 minutes and end with a visit to the 1876 Carriage House where you can see the current exhibit in the Carroll Gallery. The tour starts at 11:45 am and ends at approximately 12:30 pm. 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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Emlen Physick Estate Tour
Family Friendly Tour
Take a guided tour of Cape May's Emlen Physick Estate, the magnificent Stick Style mansion attributed to renowned Victorian architect Frank Furness. A tour of the 15 beautifully restored rooms gives you a glimpse into the lifestyle of this Victorian-era Cape May family. Physick Estate Tours take approximately 45 minutes and end with a visit to the 1876 Carriage House where you can see the current exhibit in the Carroll Gallery. The tour starts at 11:45 am and ends at approximately 12:30 pm. 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 - Sunday, June 30 - July 1 - 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 30 - July 1 - Sandy Hook, Monmouth County
The Big Three: Battery Potter, Battery Granger and Mortar Battery
Meet with park staff to tour three historic batteries at Sandy Hook this weekend.
Battery Potter: Explore and tour Sandy Hook's oldest disappearing gun battery. This is also the first concrete gun battery that was built in America, completed in 1895.
Mortar Battery: Join a park ranger guided tour of the Mortar Battery and learn about the first Endicott era (1894 - 1910) concrete gun battery that defended New York and its harbor against attack by enemy warships.
Nine Gun Battery: When construction began 1897, the battery was originally intended to mount three 10-inch caliber disappearing guns, but when construction was completed in 1902, an additional six guns were emplaced creating a nine gun battery that operated until 1944.
These free tours begin at 1:00 pm for Battery Potter and at 1:30 pm for Mortar Battery and Nine Gun Battery. All tours run continuously until 4:30 pm. They are located with the Fort Hancock Historic Post at Sandy Hook. Sandy Hook is part of Gateway National Recreation Area. For more information, call 732-872-5970 or visit www.nps.gov/gate.
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Meet with park staff to tour three historic batteries at Sandy Hook this weekend.
Battery Potter: Explore and tour Sandy Hook's oldest disappearing gun battery. This is also the first concrete gun battery that was built in America, completed in 1895.
Mortar Battery: Join a park ranger guided tour of the Mortar Battery and learn about the first Endicott era (1894 - 1910) concrete gun battery that defended New York and its harbor against attack by enemy warships.
Nine Gun Battery: When construction began 1897, the battery was originally intended to mount three 10-inch caliber disappearing guns, but when construction was completed in 1902, an additional six guns were emplaced creating a nine gun battery that operated until 1944.
These free tours begin at 1:00 pm for Battery Potter and at 1:30 pm for Mortar Battery and Nine Gun Battery. All tours run continuously until 4:30 pm. They are located with the Fort Hancock Historic Post at Sandy Hook. Sandy Hook is part of Gateway National Recreation Area. For more information, call 732-872-5970 or visit www.nps.gov/gate.
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Saturday - Sunday, June 30 - July 1 - Cape May, Cape May County
Independence Day Celebration
Children Friendly Event & Site
Helebrate all things American at Historic Cold Spring Village’s annual Independence Day Celebration, which will be held on Saturday and Sunday, June 30th and July 1st, from 10 am to 4:30 pm. A variety of patriotic family activities, programs and music will be taking place and the Village’s restored historic buildings will be open, featuring demonstrations of Early American trades and crafts.
At 11:30 am on Saturday, at the Dennisville Inn, there will be a War of 1812 Militia Muster for children ages 5 to 12. At 12:30 pm the Village’s Deputy Director for Education, Jim Stephens, will present The Story of Old Glory, a fascinating look at the origins and history of our nation's flag at the Village Gazebo. At 2:00 pm, the John Walter Cape Community Band will perform American heritage tunes at the Village Gazebo.
On Sunday, July 2nd at 1:00 pm the Dennisville Inn, there will be a War of 1812 Militia Muster for children ages 5 to 12. At 3:00 pm the Village’s Deputy Director for Education, Jim Stephens, will again present The Story of Old Glory.
The Family Activity Area will feature children’s historic games, and take-home patriotic crafts. Kids can also take part in the “Patriot Spy Game,” visiting Village buildings to look for clues using a real Revolutionary War cipher.
Historic Cold Spring Village is a non-profit, open-air living history museum that portrays the daily life of a rural South Jersey community of the Early American period. It features 26 restored historic structures on a 30-acre site. Tuesday through Sunday, from late June to early September, interpreters and artisans in period clothing preserve the trades, crafts and heritage of “the age of homespun.” Fun and educational activities for children are featured Tuesday through Sunday, with special events every weekend through September.
The Village is located on Route 9, three miles north of Victorian Cape May and a mile and a half west of the southern terminus of the Garden State Parkway. Admission during the season is $14 for adults and $12 for children ages 3 to 12. Children under 3 are admitted free. Unlimited free admission is available with Village membership. The Village Nature Trail at Bradner's Run is open to the public for free self-guided tours. For more information, call 609-898-2300, ext. 10, or visit www.hcsv.org.
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Independence Day Celebration
Children Friendly Event & Site
Helebrate all things American at Historic Cold Spring Village’s annual Independence Day Celebration, which will be held on Saturday and Sunday, June 30th and July 1st, from 10 am to 4:30 pm. A variety of patriotic family activities, programs and music will be taking place and the Village’s restored historic buildings will be open, featuring demonstrations of Early American trades and crafts.At 11:30 am on Saturday, at the Dennisville Inn, there will be a War of 1812 Militia Muster for children ages 5 to 12. At 12:30 pm the Village’s Deputy Director for Education, Jim Stephens, will present The Story of Old Glory, a fascinating look at the origins and history of our nation's flag at the Village Gazebo. At 2:00 pm, the John Walter Cape Community Band will perform American heritage tunes at the Village Gazebo.
On Sunday, July 2nd at 1:00 pm the Dennisville Inn, there will be a War of 1812 Militia Muster for children ages 5 to 12. At 3:00 pm the Village’s Deputy Director for Education, Jim Stephens, will again present The Story of Old Glory.
The Family Activity Area will feature children’s historic games, and take-home patriotic crafts. Kids can also take part in the “Patriot Spy Game,” visiting Village buildings to look for clues using a real Revolutionary War cipher.
Historic Cold Spring Village is a non-profit, open-air living history museum that portrays the daily life of a rural South Jersey community of the Early American period. It features 26 restored historic structures on a 30-acre site. Tuesday through Sunday, from late June to early September, interpreters and artisans in period clothing preserve the trades, crafts and heritage of “the age of homespun.” Fun and educational activities for children are featured Tuesday through Sunday, with special events every weekend through September.
The Village is located on Route 9, three miles north of Victorian Cape May and a mile and a half west of the southern terminus of the Garden State Parkway. Admission during the season is $14 for adults and $12 for children ages 3 to 12. Children under 3 are admitted free. Unlimited free admission is available with Village membership. The Village Nature Trail at Bradner's Run is open to the public for free self-guided tours. For more information, call 609-898-2300, ext. 10, or visit www.hcsv.org.
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Sunday, July 1 - West Orange, Essex County
Geothermal Tour at the Glenmont Estate
Go "behind the scenes" at the Edison home. Join a guide for a walk through the basement of the famous house and learn about its new geothermal heating and cooling system. This program will last about 30 minutes at take place at 1:30 and again at 2:30 pm. It focuses on the technical aspects of the environmentally friendly geothermal system. The basement is not wheelchair accessible.
The tour is included with regular admission. Tickets must be purchased at the Thomas Edison National Historical Park Laboratory Complex Visitor Center at 211 Main Street, West Orange, NJ. Admission is $10.00 for adults, and includes the Glenmont Estate and the Laboratory Complex. Children under age 16 are free. For more information, call 973-736-0550 x33 or visit www.nps.gov/edis.
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Geothermal Tour at the Glenmont Estate
Go "behind the scenes" at the Edison home. Join a guide for a walk through the basement of the famous house and learn about its new geothermal heating and cooling system. This program will last about 30 minutes at take place at 1:30 and again at 2:30 pm. It focuses on the technical aspects of the environmentally friendly geothermal system. The basement is not wheelchair accessible.The tour is included with regular admission. Tickets must be purchased at the Thomas Edison National Historical Park Laboratory Complex Visitor Center at 211 Main Street, West Orange, NJ. Admission is $10.00 for adults, and includes the Glenmont Estate and the Laboratory Complex. Children under age 16 are free. For more information, call 973-736-0550 x33 or visit www.nps.gov/edis.
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Sunday, July 1 - Piscataway, Middlesex County
A Star Spangled Sing-Along at the Metlar-Bodine House Museum
Family Friendly Event
Start your July 4th holiday at a Star Spangled sing-along on Saturday from 3:00 - 5:00 pm! Piscataway’s students – elementary through high school – will give dramatic readings, recite poetry and lead the audience in singing patriotic songs on the lawn at the Metlar-Bodine House, Piscataway Township's official historical museum! And everyone will sing "Happy Birthday" to America before enjoying birthday cake! Guests must bring their own chairs. The Dutch Door Gift Shop will be open.
There will be NO rain date. In the event of rain, the program will be cancelled. Admission and parking are free. For more information, call 732-463-8363 or visit www.metlarbodinehousemuseum.org.
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A Star Spangled Sing-Along at the Metlar-Bodine House Museum
Family Friendly Event
Start your July 4th holiday at a Star Spangled sing-along on Saturday from 3:00 - 5:00 pm! Piscataway’s students – elementary through high school – will give dramatic readings, recite poetry and lead the audience in singing patriotic songs on the lawn at the Metlar-Bodine House, Piscataway Township's official historical museum! And everyone will sing "Happy Birthday" to America before enjoying birthday cake! Guests must bring their own chairs. The Dutch Door Gift Shop will be open.
There will be NO rain date. In the event of rain, the program will be cancelled. Admission and parking are free. For more information, call 732-463-8363 or visit www.metlarbodinehousemuseum.org.
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Sunday, July 1 - Farmingdale, Monmouth County
Independence Day Celebration
Children Friendly Event & Site
The members of the Howell Iron Works celebrate the founding of our nation with an Independence Celebration on Sunday from 11:00 am - 4:00 pm. Experience a day in the life of people during the 1830s. Participate in militia drills. The Declaration of Independence will be read at 1:30 pm in front of the General Store. Toasts will be made to the day and refreshments served at the Allaire Residence. A chance to participate in games for adults and children alike. This event is free for the public but there is a parking fee of $5.00 collected at the park entrance.
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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Independence Day Celebration
Children Friendly Event & Site
The members of the Howell Iron Works celebrate the founding of our nation with an Independence Celebration on Sunday from 11:00 am - 4:00 pm. Experience a day in the life of people during the 1830s. Participate in militia drills. The Declaration of Independence will be read at 1:30 pm in front of the General Store. Toasts will be made to the day and refreshments served at the Allaire Residence. A chance to participate in games for adults and children alike. This event is free for the public but there is a parking fee of $5.00 collected at the park entrance.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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