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Tour the Historical Churches in Morristown, New Jersey

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 00:17:53 -0500

Plan an overnight trip and experience the splendor and beauty of these unique religious institutions. Come explore their significance to Morristown's history, and learn about key historical figures that are buried in two of the church cemeteries. Historic Churches of Morristown St. Peter's Episcopal Church, South Street at Miller Road St. Peter's Episcopal Church was founded on January 1, 1827. Services were first held in George Macculloch's home. Within a year, the congregation built a place of worship that was used until the late nineteenth century when the current larger structure was begun. The construction of the McKim, Mead and White design took 24 years to complete because the church specified that no stone would be put in place until it was paid for. Between the church and the parish house are two cemeteries. Many well-known Morristown residents are buried there, including George and Louisa Macculloch, and members of the Ford, Miller, Vail, Ogden, Wood, and Foote families. The South Street Presbyterian Church, 65 South Street The South Street Presbyterian Church was formed in 1840 after the congregation of the First Presbyterian Church on the Green was divided by internal strife. **End Summary** Topics: morristown]]> new jersey]]> nj]]> historic]]> visitor]]> visit]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Carol Barkin is the research and product development coordinator for the Morris County Tourism Bureau as well as a tour docent for the Bureau's Summer and Fall walking tour programs. For more information on historic New Jersey Getaways , visit http://www.morristourism.org

Two Great Places to Visit in Morris County, New Jersey

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 15:30:06 -0500

Looking for a new way to spend the day in New Jersey? Morris County has a wealth of fun, exciting and historic adventures. Historic Speedwell and the Morris Museum are just two of many incredible places to spend the day in Morris County, New Jersey. Here's more about what Historic Speedwell and the Morris Museum have to offer visitors: Historic Speedwell brings the birth of the American Industrial Revolution to vivid life. Here is an overview of just a few of the structures that are part of this National Historic Landmark site: * Vail House: This 7.5-acre National Historic Landmark site preserves the restored estate of Stephen Vail, proprietor of the Speedwell Iron Works from the early to mid-1800's. The Vail House offers a peek into the lives of the Vail family during the mid 19th century. Fully renovated by Stephen Vail in 1844, the home boasts original furnishings, period antiques, and portraits of Stephen and his first wife Bethiah, painted by Samuel F.B. Morse in 1837. * L'Hommedieu House Visitors Center: The perfect place to begin your visit, the L'Hommedieu House Visitors Center houses the new exhibit, Rocking and Rolling a Historic House. **End Summary** Topics: morristown]]> new jersey]]> nj]]> historic]]> visitor]]> visit]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Carol Barkin is the research and product development coordinator for the Morris County Tourism Bureau as well as a tour docent for the Bureau's Summer and Fall walking tour programs. For more information on historic New Jersey Getaways , visit http://www.morristourism.org

3 Marvelous, Must-See Museums in Morris County, New Jersey

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 14:36:17 -0500

Looking for an educational, economical and fun adventure? Then it's time to experience all that Morris County has to offer, such as its incredible museums. At Morris County's museums, you can step back in time, experience the wonders of a historic past, and learn something new. Here are three must-see museums in Morris County, N.J.: 1. Morris Plains Museum features permanent and changing exhibits so there's always something new to experience. It preserves Morris Plains' history by keeping a collection of artifacts, records and documents and connects the past to the present. The Museum was first located in a room on the second floor of the Morris Plains Library where Miss Rennie and her staff started recording and displaying items of local history. Through their efforts, the Museum acquired a wonderful collection of pictures, maps, documents, and artifacts that in 2005 were relocated to the Museum's new facility. Since then, the collection has grown, making Morris Plains' vibrant history tangible and meaningful for today's community and for generations to come. 2. Stickley Museum at Craftsman Farms is the only house Gustav Stickley, the foremost spokesman for the American Arts and Crafts Movement, designed and built for himself. **End Summary** Topics: new jersey travel]]> tourism]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Carol Barkin is the research and product development coordinator for the Morris County Tourism Bureau as well as a tour docent for the Bureau's Summer and Fall walking tour programs. For more information on historic New Jersey Getaways , visit http://www.morristourism.org

5 Heritage Attractions to Visit in Morris County, New Jersey

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 17:22:22 -0400

Morris County, New Jersey sits squarely within "The Crossroads of the American Revolution National and State Heritage Area". The National Park Service recognized the importance of NJ's pivotal role in the founding of our democracy and as an important battleground state during the American Revolution, with its 2006 designation. There are sites of historic importance in each of Morris County's 39 municipalities. Here is a sampling of five places to visit that will excite and educate visitors and provide them with an authentic feel for how life evolved in one of America's original colonies over the course of three centuries: 1. Morristown Historical National Park Established in 1933 as the nation's first "National Historical Park," history truly comes to life here in Morristown. The park consists of four non contiguous units, Jockey Hollow, Fort Nonsense, The New Jersey Brigade/Cross Estate and Gardens and the newly renovated Ford Museum and Mansion, which served as George Washington's military headquarters for 200 days during the harsh winter of 1779-1780 where snow was as deep as six feet. Troops of more than 10,000 were lodged in Jockey Hollow. **End Summary** Topics: morristown new jersey]]> new jersey tourism]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Carol Barkin is the research and product development coordinator for the Morris County Tourism Bureau as well as a tour docent for the Bureau's Summer and Fall walking tour programs. For more information on historic New Jersey Getaways , visit http://www.morristourism.org/