NJ Memorial Day Weekend Historical Happenings: 5/25/19 - 5/27/19
New Jersey Weekend Historical Happenings
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Friday - Monday, May 24 - 27 - Hopewell, Mercer County
Memorial Day Weekend Events
Family Friendly
On Memorial Day Weekend for the past several decades multiple organizations across Hopewell Valley have been presenting programs and events that celebrate its rich heritage. Under the direction of The Hopewell Valley Heritage Committee several of those organizations are partnering for the second year to offer a full weekend of events all of which are free to the public. This year we are featuring the stories, culture and contributions of Native Americans in this region. Complete details are available HERE.
Friday, May 24: 4:00 - 5:00pm
WAMPUM BRACELET MAKING
Ages 6+
Pennington Public Library, 30 N Main St, Pennington, NJ 08534
Celebrate Hopewell Heritage Weekend by making your own version of a wampum bracelet in the Lenni Lenape style with colored plastic beads. The Lenni Lenapes were the original people of New Jersey. They would traditionally wear a beaded headband, using wampum beads. Wampum beads are small cylindrical beads made from shells that were strung together and worn as decoration or used as money. The Lenape tribes were well known for their beadwork. Guardian presence requested. Registration required: https://wampumbracelets.eventbrite.com.
Saturday, May 25: 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
HISTORIC CIVIL WAR ENCAMPMENT
The Hopewell Museum, 28 East Broad Street, Hopewell NJ 08525
Join us on the grounds of the Hopewell Museum and see a historical reenactment of a Civil War encampment by the 6th Regiment Infantry USCT. The 6th Regiment US Colored Troops Reenactors, Inc. (6th USCT) is a reenactment group that recaptures a proud American and local heritage, portraying the historic 6th Regiment, United State Colored Infantry (6th Regiment USCI), an African-American battle regiment which fought for freedom in the Civil War. The regiment saw action in Virginia as part of the Richmond–Petersburg Campaign and in North Carolina, where it participated in the attacks on Fort Fisher and Wilmington and the Carolinas Campaign. Several regiment enlistees were decorated with the Medal of Honor for their service. Presented by the Hopewell Museum and the Stoutsburg Sourland African American Museum.
Saturday, May 25: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
THE ARCHITECTURE OF HOPEWELL
Ages 12+
Join Ian Burrow, Max Hayden, and Alison Baxter on four separate architectural walking tours around Hopewell Borough. Experience the different architectural styles and see examples “in the wild.” Tours will meet at the Hopewell Public Library, 13 East Broad St, Hopewell NJ. Hopewell. Tours will start at 10:00 am, 10:30 am, 12:30 pm, and 1:00 pm. Sponsored by the Hopewell Public Library & Hopewell Borough Historic Preservation
Sunday, May 26: 3:00 pm
WILLIAM STIVES - A LIVING HISTORY
Stoutsburg Cemetery, 572 Province Line Road, Hopewell Township, NJ
Join us for Stoutsburg Cemetery’s annual Memorial Day service. Steeped in rich history, the Stoutsburg Cemetery Association was officially founded as a burial ground for African American residents and veterans in 1858. Join us to hear the living history of William Stives, presented live by actor Arthur Gregory Pugh. Come share William’s story. Takes place at the Stoutsburg Cemetery, Hopewell Township (off of Province Line Road).
Sunday, May 26: 3:00 - 5:00 pm
OPEN HOUSE AT THE STOUTSBURG SOURLAND AFRICAN AMERICAN MUSEUM
189 Hollow Road, Skillman, NJ 08558
Stoutsburg Sourland African American Museum (SSAAM) will open the doors of Mt. Zion AME to give patrons a peek at our ongoing renovations. Please come and see all the amazing work that has been done to both preserve the building and restore it to it's original condition. On display will be the architectural rendering of Stoutsburg Sourland African American Museum and Sourland Conservancy's proposed campus. Come find out about all the fascinating plans in the works. This is a great time to get involved in supporting this effort.
Monday, May 27: 2:00 - 3:00 pm
WASHINGTON CROSSING PARK NJ, NATURE CENTER
355 Washington Crossing Pennington Rd, Titusville, NJ 08560
Jim Wade, former archivist and researcher with the NJ State Museum will discuss primitive stone tool use by Native Americans in central New Jersey. Emphasis will be on the significance and importance of the Indian way of life during the spring season, focusing on the activities of community fish gathering, hunting and village life. The program will include a slide presentation and Native American artifacts will be on display.
Memorial Day Weekend Events
Family Friendly
On Memorial Day Weekend for the past several decades multiple organizations across Hopewell Valley have been presenting programs and events that celebrate its rich heritage. Under the direction of The Hopewell Valley Heritage Committee several of those organizations are partnering for the second year to offer a full weekend of events all of which are free to the public. This year we are featuring the stories, culture and contributions of Native Americans in this region. Complete details are available HERE.
Friday, May 24: 4:00 - 5:00pm
WAMPUM BRACELET MAKING
Ages 6+
Pennington Public Library, 30 N Main St, Pennington, NJ 08534
Celebrate Hopewell Heritage Weekend by making your own version of a wampum bracelet in the Lenni Lenape style with colored plastic beads. The Lenni Lenapes were the original people of New Jersey. They would traditionally wear a beaded headband, using wampum beads. Wampum beads are small cylindrical beads made from shells that were strung together and worn as decoration or used as money. The Lenape tribes were well known for their beadwork. Guardian presence requested. Registration required: https://wampumbracelets.eventbrite.com.
Saturday, May 25: 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
HISTORIC CIVIL WAR ENCAMPMENT
The Hopewell Museum, 28 East Broad Street, Hopewell NJ 08525
Join us on the grounds of the Hopewell Museum and see a historical reenactment of a Civil War encampment by the 6th Regiment Infantry USCT. The 6th Regiment US Colored Troops Reenactors, Inc. (6th USCT) is a reenactment group that recaptures a proud American and local heritage, portraying the historic 6th Regiment, United State Colored Infantry (6th Regiment USCI), an African-American battle regiment which fought for freedom in the Civil War. The regiment saw action in Virginia as part of the Richmond–Petersburg Campaign and in North Carolina, where it participated in the attacks on Fort Fisher and Wilmington and the Carolinas Campaign. Several regiment enlistees were decorated with the Medal of Honor for their service. Presented by the Hopewell Museum and the Stoutsburg Sourland African American Museum.
Saturday, May 25: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
THE ARCHITECTURE OF HOPEWELL
Ages 12+
Join Ian Burrow, Max Hayden, and Alison Baxter on four separate architectural walking tours around Hopewell Borough. Experience the different architectural styles and see examples “in the wild.” Tours will meet at the Hopewell Public Library, 13 East Broad St, Hopewell NJ. Hopewell. Tours will start at 10:00 am, 10:30 am, 12:30 pm, and 1:00 pm. Sponsored by the Hopewell Public Library & Hopewell Borough Historic Preservation
Sunday, May 26: 3:00 pm
WILLIAM STIVES - A LIVING HISTORY
Stoutsburg Cemetery, 572 Province Line Road, Hopewell Township, NJ
Join us for Stoutsburg Cemetery’s annual Memorial Day service. Steeped in rich history, the Stoutsburg Cemetery Association was officially founded as a burial ground for African American residents and veterans in 1858. Join us to hear the living history of William Stives, presented live by actor Arthur Gregory Pugh. Come share William’s story. Takes place at the Stoutsburg Cemetery, Hopewell Township (off of Province Line Road).
Sunday, May 26: 3:00 - 5:00 pm
OPEN HOUSE AT THE STOUTSBURG SOURLAND AFRICAN AMERICAN MUSEUM
189 Hollow Road, Skillman, NJ 08558
Stoutsburg Sourland African American Museum (SSAAM) will open the doors of Mt. Zion AME to give patrons a peek at our ongoing renovations. Please come and see all the amazing work that has been done to both preserve the building and restore it to it's original condition. On display will be the architectural rendering of Stoutsburg Sourland African American Museum and Sourland Conservancy's proposed campus. Come find out about all the fascinating plans in the works. This is a great time to get involved in supporting this effort.
Monday, May 27: 2:00 - 3:00 pm
WASHINGTON CROSSING PARK NJ, NATURE CENTER
355 Washington Crossing Pennington Rd, Titusville, NJ 08560
Jim Wade, former archivist and researcher with the NJ State Museum will discuss primitive stone tool use by Native Americans in central New Jersey. Emphasis will be on the significance and importance of the Indian way of life during the spring season, focusing on the activities of community fish gathering, hunting and village life. The program will include a slide presentation and Native American artifacts will be on display.
More programs and additional details are available at www.thehopewellmuseum.org/hvhw.
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Saturday, May 25 - Hardwick, Warren County
Millbrook Village Spring Fling
Family Friendly
The Millbrook Village Society is happy to announce their Spring opening for Millbrook Village on Saturday from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm. Some of the volunteers will be demonstrating their crafts, but the focus will be on the leisure activities of a bygone era in a rural community. All work and no play isn’t fun every day! Bring a picnic lunch and enjoy a day in the country. We’ll be looking forward to seeing you.
The activities are sponsored by the Millbrook Village Society in cooperation with the National Park Service. All activities are free of charge and family oriented. Rain or Shine. Restroom facilities and picnic area are available. There are no food vendors or vending machines. Bring your own refreshments.
Millbrook Village is part of the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. Millbrook Village is located in Hardwick Township, NJ at the intersection of Old Mine Road and Millbrook Road, County Route 602N. For more information and directions, call 908-841-9531, 908-537-2544, or 973-875-3461 or visit their Facebook page.
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Saturday, May 25 - Holmdel, Monmouth County
Family Friendly
The Millbrook Village Society is happy to announce their Spring opening for Millbrook Village on Saturday from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm. Some of the volunteers will be demonstrating their crafts, but the focus will be on the leisure activities of a bygone era in a rural community. All work and no play isn’t fun every day! Bring a picnic lunch and enjoy a day in the country. We’ll be looking forward to seeing you.The activities are sponsored by the Millbrook Village Society in cooperation with the National Park Service. All activities are free of charge and family oriented. Rain or Shine. Restroom facilities and picnic area are available. There are no food vendors or vending machines. Bring your own refreshments.
Millbrook Village is part of the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. Millbrook Village is located in Hardwick Township, NJ at the intersection of Old Mine Road and Millbrook Road, County Route 602N. For more information and directions, call 908-841-9531, 908-537-2544, or 973-875-3461 or visit their Facebook page.
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Saturday, May 25 - Holmdel, Monmouth County
Putting Up Loose Hay Demonstration
Children Friendly Event
On Saturday, visit Historic Longstreet Farm in Holmdel to see the farm staff use horse and mule power to hoist loose hay into the stable mow. Staff will be on hand to answer questions about cutting hay, the various machines used to ensure the grass is properly dried before storage, and the hay track pulley system that hauls the hay. This only happens once or twice a year, so be sure to stop by. This free event runs from 12:00 noon - 2:00 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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Children Friendly Event
On Saturday, visit Historic Longstreet Farm in Holmdel to see the farm staff use horse and mule power to hoist loose hay into the stable mow. Staff will be on hand to answer questions about cutting hay, the various machines used to ensure the grass is properly dried before storage, and the hay track pulley system that hauls the hay. This only happens once or twice a year, so be sure to stop by. This free event runs from 12:00 noon - 2:00 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, May 25 - Morris Township, Morris County
Plant Bean Poles & Meet the Servants at The Willows
Children Friendly Event and Site
On Saturday at Fosterfields Living Historical Farm, become a farmer and stake poles and plant a variety of beans. When harvested, the beans are dried and saved for winter cooking. You may even learn some skills for your own vegetable garden! Program takes place from 10:30 - 11:30 am and 1:00 - 2:00 pm.
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.
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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Plant Bean Poles & Meet the Servants at The Willows
Children Friendly Event and Site
On Saturday at Fosterfields Living Historical Farm, become a farmer and stake poles and plant a variety of beans. When harvested, the beans are dried and saved for winter cooking. You may even learn some skills for your own vegetable garden! Program takes place from 10:30 - 11:30 am and 1:00 - 2:00 pm.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.
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, May 25 - Morris Township, Morris County
Memorial Day Tour: Call of Duty
Children Friendly Event and Site
On Saturday at Fosterfields Living Historical Farm from 11:00 am - 12:00 noon, join museum senior staff for a special guided tour of the exhibit, ‘Call of Duty: Patriotism During World War I.’ Learn the meaning behind America’s iconic symbols, and discover the home front activities of Caroline and Charles Foster and their peers. Free admission for current and past armed service members.
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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Memorial Day Tour: Call of Duty
Children Friendly Event and Site
On Saturday at Fosterfields Living Historical Farm from 11:00 am - 12:00 noon, join museum senior staff for a special guided tour of the exhibit, ‘Call of Duty: Patriotism During World War I.’ Learn the meaning behind America’s iconic symbols, and discover the home front activities of Caroline and Charles Foster and their peers. Free admission for current and past armed service members.
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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