Morristown National Historical Park

January 3, 2026

Crossroads of the American Revolution

Now that 2026 is officially underway, it is time to celebrate our nation’s 250th anniversary. And there is nowhere better to experience that history than New Jersey! The unanimous Declaration of the thirteen united States of America, When in the Course of human events, it becomes necessary for one people to dissolve the political bands… Continue reading

Burlington County, Exploring, History, Morris County, New Jersey, Pine Barrens

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June 30, 2023

Independence Day: Jersey Style

We are finally in the midst of summer and I am absolutely thrilled. I feel less like a hermit and look forward to actually going outside. Whether sitting on the deck with my morning coffee or in the evening with an adult beverage as the sun sets after 8:00 p.m., it is my favorite time… Continue reading

Atlantic County, Conservation, Essex County, Exploring, Festivals, History, Just Plain Cool, Morris County, New Jersey

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December 24, 2022

Observe the Christmas Crossing

We all learned about the incredibly harsh winter General Washington and his men endured deep into the Revolutionary War. Throughout the entire war, time and again, Morristown was a key location for the the Continental Army. Morristown National Historical Park commemorates the sites of General Washington and the Continental Army’s winter encampment of December 1779… Continue reading

History, Just Plain Cool, Morris County, New Jersey, Outdoors, Preservation

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July 2, 2022

New Jersey: The Cradle of Independence

When many think about Independence Day, they often think of places like Boston or Philadelphia. The truth is, New Jersey played an incredibly important role in the birth of our nation. There are plenty of great events throughout the long weekend of celebrate the holiday! Here are some of events that are taking place over… Continue reading

Arts, Cape May County, Conservation, Exploring, Festivals, History, Mercer County, Monmouth County, Morris County, New Jersey, Outdoors, Preservation, Warren County

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April 17, 2021

It’s Spring: Get Out!

Let’s face it; we’re all sick of being stuck inside. As the weather continues to improve, the masses will head outside to the many wonderful parks and open spaces throughout New Jersey. As families continue to cancel vacations and choose to stay local, some of the hidden gems of The Garden State may not stay… Continue reading

Cape May County, Essex County, Exploring, Festivals, History, Morris County, Music, New Jersey

Branch Brook Park, Cherry Blossoms, COVID-19, Essex Zero Jazz Festival, Frelinghuysen Arboretum, Hedden Park, Morristown National Historical Park, PPE
May 24, 2020

The Official Jersey Bucket List

As we all continue to wait to be paroled from Coronavirus jail, many of us are making plans of what we would like to do once we are free to go anywhere and do anything. Well, this had me start to make a “Jersey bucket list;” all the things Jersey-related someone should do at some… Continue reading

Atlantic County, Burlington County, Camden County, Cape May County, Conservation, Cumberland County, Exploring, Food, History, Morris County, New Jersey, Ocean County, Outdoors, Pine Barrens, Preservation, Shopping, Sussex County

Appalachian Trail, Atlantic City, Brook Trout, Cape May, cape may diamond, Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart, fly fishing, High Point, Hirams, Hot Grill, Morristown, Morristown National Historical Park, Rutts Hut, Seaside Heights, The Belmont, The Midway, The Pine Barrens
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

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