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Jockey Hollow

April 25, 2026

Revolution, Spies, and America 250

I have always been interested in history. One of the first dates my husband (then my boyfriend) and I shared was a visit to Jockey Hollow in Morristown. After dating through the winter, we were excited to get outside and enjoy the wonderful history of our unique state. While I am very late to the… Continue reading

Exploring, History, Morris County, New Jersey

Jockey Hollow, Morristown, New Jersey, New Jersey history, Revolutionary War
July 4, 2016

The Old Guard in Morristown

Yesterday my husband and I had the pleasure of hearing the Old Guard Fife and Drum Corp give a concert at the Washington’s Headquarters Museum. It was the first time I saw them in person and it was a great event! For those who are not familiar, the Old Guard Fife and Drum Corp was… Continue reading

History, Morris County, New Jersey

Continental Army, Ford Mansion, Fort Nonsense, Jockey Hollow, Morristown, New Jersey history, Revolutionary War, Washingon’s Headquarters, Wick House
June 30, 2016

Independence Day – Jersey Style

Many may not realize the significance of New Jersey in the fight for Independence. Morristown National Historical Park is nationally significant as the site of the 1779-80 winter encampment of the Continental Army under General George Washington. This amazing place represents patriotism and sacrifice during this pivotal period in our nation’s history. There are multiple… Continue reading

Exploring, Festivals, History, Jersey Icon, Morris County, New Jersey, Preservation

Continental Army, Ford Mansion, Fort Nonsense, George Washington, Jockey Hollow, Morristown, Morristown Green, Morristown National Historical Park, Revolutionary Times Weekend, Revolutionary War, US Army Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps
October 5, 2013

Jersey Icon: Jockey Hollow

When my husband and I were in the beginning of our relationship, one of our first dates was to Jockey Hollow in Morristown. My then boyfriend, now husband, really enjoys the history of the Revolutionary War, and I had never been there before, so it was really interesting! Continue reading

History, Jersey Icon, Morris County

Jockey Hollow, Morristown, Revolutionary War

Jockey Hollow

Revolution, Spies, and America 250

The Old Guard in Morristown

Independence Day – Jersey Style

Jersey Icon: Jockey Hollow