Highlights
A Revolutionary War encampment, a stunning old forest, and easy-to-walk forest trails.
Things To Do: Museums/Cultural Spaces
Craftsman Farms
Tthe former home of Gustav Stickley, designer of "mission" furniture and a leader in the Arts and Crafts movement, dates from 1911 and is undergoing restoration. Visitors may walk on the 26 acres of grounds. House open Wed.-Fri. 12-3 and Sat.-Sun. 1-4, Apr.-Nov.15, and by appointment year-round. Grounds open daily during daylight hours. Admission. more...
Fosterfields Living Historical Farm
On this farm you can see demostrations of various agricultural activities as they were performed from1880 to 1910. You can also visit The Willows, a 19th-century Gothic Revival house built by Paul Revere's grandson and since restored, that features exhibits, tours, and demonstrations interpreting domestic life of yester-year. Farm open Wed.-Sat. 10-5, Sun. 12-5., Apr.-Oct. Admission (free on Wed.). Willows open Thu.-Sun. 1-4:30, Apr.-Oct. Admission. From Morristown, take Rte. 510 (Washington St.) west 1.1 mi. About 4 mi. northwest of Jockey Hollow. more...
Historic Speedwell
Once the country estate of ironmaster Stephen Vail, the eight museum buildings feature exhibits interpreting 19th-century domestic and industrial life. Open Thu.-Fri. 12-4, Sat.-Sun. 1-5, May-Oct. Special events in Dec. Admission. 1 mi. north of Morristown town square. About 3 mi. north of Jockey Hollow. more...
Macculloch Hall Historical Museum
The restored brick Federal-style mansion houses an impressive display of furniture and decorative arts. The gardens include an exceptional collection of old-fashioned roses. Museum open Wed., Thu., and Sun. 1-4. Admission. Gardens open daily dawn-dusk, free of charge. 2 blocks south of Morristown green. About 3 min. north of Jockey Hollow. more...
Morris Museum
The museum features exhibitions, performances and educational programs, and is home to the Bickford Theatre. Exhibitions have included bridal gowns during the past 200 years and New Jersey's equestrian sports history. Permanently on display is Musical Machines and Living Dolls: Mechanical Musical Instruments and Automata. more...
Morristown National Historical Park
Open daily 9-5. more...
Washington Headquarters
This is another unit, in addition to Jockey Hollow, of the Morristown National Historical Park. The ten acres at this location include the Ford Mansion, which General Washington used as his headquarters from December 1779 to June 1780, and a museum. The mansion, furnished in period style, is shown only by guided tour. The museum features self-guiding exhibits and a movie depicting life of the period. Open daily 9-5. Mansion tours hourly 1-4. Admission. Just east of I-287 exit 36. About 5 mi. northeast of Jockey Hollow. more...
Wick House
This furnished 18th-century farmhouse is worth a quick visit when you pass it on the walk. Open daily 9:30-4:30 more...
