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Welcome to Morris County!The Perfect Weekend Getaway - rich in historic lore,

tradition and awaiting your exploration.

6 Court Street, Morristown973-631-5151

morristourism.orgHours: Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Additional Summer Hours: Saturday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Funding for this project was provided in part through the CooperativeMarketing Grant Program of the New Jersey Department of State,

Division of Travel and Tourism. visitnj.orgAdditional funding was provided by the

Morris County Board of Chosen Freeholdersand the members of the

Morris County Tourism Bureau.

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Ta b l e o f C o n t e n t s

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HOW IT ALL BEGAN........................... 5

HOW TO GET HERE............................ 9

WHATS NEW IN MORRIS COUNTY......13

EVENTS NOT TO MISS........................15

COME TO DISCOVER..........................22

COME TO BE ENTERTAINED................29

COME TO STAY.................................. 34

COME TO EAT................................... .38

COME TO PLAY..................................39

COME TO SHOP................................. 42

COME TO LIVE AND WORK.................44

COME TO CELEBRATE.........................46

PLAN YOUR TRIP...............................48

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JockeyHollow

Bayne

Park

country ride

Fall Festival on the Green

Fosterfields

Wed like to take this

opportunity to thank

Bob Karp, Daniel Beard,Elliott Ruga, Warren

Westura and Tim McNany

for their generous

photographic

contributions.


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HISTORIC MORRIS COUNTY

THE GREAT AMERICAN WEEKEND GETAWAY:

H o w I t A l l B e g a n

Sometimes a trip is more than a tripit's an adventure!

A brief escape from our daily routine and an opportunity to discover

something new and to explore. It's about embracing and enjoying

unique experiences, some of which can be found a stones throw away

on a weekend... by car!

Rich in historic lore, tradition, and awaiting your

exploration is Morris County! Located approximately 30 miles north-

west of New York City, the area was originally inhabited by the Lenape

Indians and then settled by New Englanders of European origin in theearly 1700s while it was known as the British Province of New Jersey.

The county was formed by an Act of the State Legislature on March 15,

1738. Named after Colonel Lewis Morris, then Governor of the

Province of New Jersey, the region originally included what are now

the counties of Morris, Sussex and Warren. Several years after its

founding, the community of West or New Hanover was renamed

"Morris Town" and designated the county seat of government.

During the Revolutionary War and down to today, Morristown has been known as

The Military Capital of the American Revolution, as it played host during two

winter encampments by General George Washington and his Continental Army.

Much of the history of these encampments is preserved today at Morristown National

Historical Park.

In the years following the Revolutionary War, Morris County became a leader in the

iron ore mining and fabrication industry. It was in Morristown that the steam

boiler and some of the machinery for the S.S. Savannah, the first steamship to cross

the Atlantic Ocean, and parts of the first American locomotive were manufactured,

and the telegraph perfected by Samuel F. B. Morse and Alfred Vail. In fact, the old

barn in which the two men conducted their experiments and sent the first message"A patient waiter is no loser, still stands.

In 1831, the Morris Canal, conceived and developed by Morristown resident George

P. Macculloch, was begun.

Crossing the state from

Phillipsburg to Newark, a

distance of 102 miles, it

played a major role in the

movement of iron ore, coal

and freight from mines tofactories, and made Morris

County an important

transportation center.

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The Morris County iron industry faced ruin when iron ore was discovered near Lake

Superior in Michigan where it could be mined more cheaply. As the population of

the county grew and the methods of transportation improved, new industries sprang

up throughout the county, many using the iron ore as raw materials for finished

products.

By 1900 the nation's business and financial leaders, seeking escape from New York

City, discovered Morris County (which wasrenowned for its isolation, ideal climate and

unspoiled countryside) and began constructing

large country estates. Within a few years, more

millionaires lived within a three-mile radius of

the Morristown Green than anywhere else in the

United States.

These magnificent estates were numerous

enough to fill the pages of a pre-World War I

vintage picture book entitled Beautiful Homesof Morris County, boasting the most opulent

homes of moguls such as Otto H. Kahn, Charles

Mellon and the Frelinghuysens. Sadly, the

reinstatement of the federal income tax and the

Stock Market Crash of 1929, sounded the death knell for the large estates.

Throughout the 1930's and 1940's the impressive mansions that lined Madison

Avenues "Millionaires Row" were demolished to avoid rising property taxes

and upkeep expenses.

Since the turn of the century, the character of industry in Morris County haschanged from iron mining and manufacturing to research, pharmaceuticals and

communications. In the same fashion, the character of the land itself has changed

from agricultural to residential. Beautiful homes and gardens predominate, both in

housing developments, many of them located on the estates of former millionaires,

to small country estates.

Today, Morris County is a fast-

growing county in the tri-state

area and combines unsurpassed

natural beauty and charming

suburban living with proximity

to great metropolitan areas.

New Jersey's seventh largest

county now boasts notable

museums, outstanding forums

for the arts, exquisite gardens,

parks and outdoor recreation,

multimillion-dollar shopping

centers and exceptional air, rail and bus

transportation services that serve thousands of commuters daily. From such humbleorigins, this great county arose. We invite you to explore our beloved area where the

past beckons, the music flourishes, the food is award-winning and the scenery and

festivals are spectacular! Whether youre a history buff, an outdoor enthusiast or

a lover of the arts, come experience the Great Weekend Getaway destination known

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AIRPORTS

Morristown Municipal Airport(MMU)

973-538-3366 I mmuair.com

Newark Liberty InternationalAirport (EWR)973-961-6000newarkairport.com

BUSES

Morris County Metro

973-328-7686 I mcdot.org

NJ Transit973-275-5555 I njtransit.com

Lakeland Bus Lines, Inc.973-366-0600lakelandbus.com

TRAINS

Amtrak800-USARAIL

amtrak.com

NJ Transit973-275-5555njtransit.com

PATH800-234-7284panynj.info

COMMUTER SERVICESE+Plus Transportation, Inc.877-GO-EPLUS973- 267-0500eplustaxi.com

TransOptions, Inc.973-267-7600transoptions.org

SENIORAND HANDICAPPEDSERVICES

Access Link, NJ Transit800-955-2321njtransit.com

Morris Area Paratransit System(MAPS)973-829-8103njcost.com

Easy to get here.Hard to go home.Morris County iseasily accessible byair, bus, rail and car.

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W h a t s N e w i nM o r r i s C o u n t y THE GREEN AT MORRISTOWN

For nearly 300 years the Morristown Green has been the most distinguishing featureof the town, appearing on the earliest maps of the area. It recently underwent amillion dollar renovation and rededication. One of only two New Jersey greens,or commons, to survive down to the 21st century, it has been restored by anaward-winning landscape architect and features interpretive signage and historicsculptures. Formerly a parade ground for General George Washingtons troops,it has been central to the life of the town since its founding in 1738.

THE COMMUNITY THEATRE

at The Mayo Center for the Performing Arts

The Community Theatre was recently given a $6 million upgrade, whichincludes state-of-the-art backstage technical capabilities, a new orchestra pit,fly-rail system, dressing rooms and a multi-purpose room known as theStarlight Room, to host private receptions, a theatre education studio andcorporate meetings. The theatre's monthly programming has drawn peopleto Morris County. As one reviewer remarked, "Morristown has come alive asa vibrant cultural and artistic center with attention focused on events held at The CommunityTheatres Mayo Center for the Performing Arts!.

MORRISTOWN NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARK

The National Park Service oversees the park, founded in 1933, as the nationsfirst national historical park. It consists of four locations: WashingtonsHeadquarters with the Ford Mansion and Museum, Fort Nonsense, JockeyHollow, and the New Jersey Brigade Area with the Cross Estate andGardens. An astounding $5 million renovation to the parks HeadquartersMuseum (through public and private partnerships) consists of an update tothe overall structure and a brand new wing which houses two outstanding

exhibits: Defining American Style and Lloyd W. Smiths Archival and Rare Book Gallery. Twoadditional exhibit galleries are scheduled to be completed by 2010 and are planned to house theparks extensive historic weapons collections. This has been designated an important NationalHistoric Landmark site for its association with General George Washington who was inresidence at the Ford Mansion for 200 days in 1780.

MORRIS MUSEUMRenowned as a vibrant educational center, the Morris Museum was awarded the MurtoghD. Guinness collection of 700 mechanical musical instruments, mechanical figures andmore than 5,000 programmed media ranging from player piano rolls to pinned cylin-

ders. This extraordinary collection represents one of the most significant of its kind inthe world and is entitled: Musical Machines & Living Dolls: Mechanical MusicalInstruments and Automata from the Murtogh D. Guinness Collection. The exhibit is ondisplay in a brand new 4,300 square-foot gallery and takes visitors on a journey through the historyof on-demand musical entertainments. 13


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Welcome to Morris County, New Jersey -

Home of Effective, Innovative & Responsible

County Government

The 2009 Morris County Board of Chosen Freeholders

Gene F. Feyl, Director

William J. Chegwidden, Deputy Director

Douglas R. Cabana

John J. MurphyJames W. Murray

Margaret Nordstrom

Jack J. Schrier

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HISTORIC SPEEDWELL

One of Morris Countys National Historic Landmarks is Historic Speedwell. The mostimportant building at Historic Speedwell is the factory where Morristowns Alfred Vail andSamuel F. B. Morse perfected and first successfully demonstrated the electro-magnetictelegraph in 1838. A $1 million structural restoration was completed in September2008 and boasts a new interactive telegraph exhibit. The Factory Building is now notonly an important scientific museum, but a monument to the development ofcommunications in the world.

THE STICKLEY MUSEUM AT CRAFTSMAN FARMS

Craftsman Farms is the former home of noted turn-of-the-century designerGustav Stickley. This National Historic Landmark site, which consists of 26 acres, isone of the most significant places associated with the American Arts and Crafts move-

ment. The museum has recently completed the third phase of restorations, withmomentous refurbishments of the masterbedroom at The Log House (built in 1911),a new Education Room in The Annex(which is an ideal rental space for meet-ings, retreats, classes and events), andsignificant renovations to the North

and South Cottagesall a must see forvisitors to this pastoral former agricultural school for boys.


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JANUARYSpecial Olympics

William G. Mennen Sports Arena, Morris Township973-326-7651 I morrisparks.net

FEBRUARYMaple Sugaring Festival

The Great Swamp Outdoor Education Center, Chatham973-635-6629 I morrisparks.net

Winters Day on the Farm

Fosterfields Living Historical Farm, Morris Township973-326-7645 I morrisparks.net

Black Maria Film and Video Festival

Madison Public Library, Madison201-200-2043 I blackmariafilmfestival.org

MARCH

Saint Patricks Day ParadeSouth Street, Morristownparadeday.com

APRILAfrican Violet Show

Frelinghuysen Arboretum, Morris Township973-326-7600 I morrisparks.net

Earth Day CelebrationSunrise Lake, Lewis Morris County Park, Morris Township973-635-6629 I morrisparks.net

Easter Bunny Express

Whippany Railway Museum, Whippany973-887-8177 Iwhippanyrailwaymuseum.net

Hayrides to Bunnyland

Wightmans Farms, Morristown

973-425-9819 Iwightmansfarms.com

Masterwork Chorus Concert

Drew University, Madison973-455-7008 I masterwork.org

Our beloved Morris County gears up for a year jam-packed withexcitement, entertainment and where cultural festivals and

special events abound. Come live, learn, laugh and be inspired!

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April, cont.

Morris Open Skating Competition


NJ Daffodil Society Show, Frelinghuysen Arboretum, Morris Township

973-326-7600 I morrisparks.net

Revolutionary War Weekend

Morristown National Historical Park, Morristown973-984-2182 I nps.gov/morr

MAYAnnual Plant Sale

Frelinghuysen Arboretum, Morris Township973-326-7600 I morrisparks.net

Celebrate the Arts

The Mansion at Fairleigh Dickinson UniversityArts Council of the Morris Area, Morristown 973-285-5115 I morrisarts.org

May Family Day, Stickley Museum at Craftsman Farms, Morris Plains

973-540-0311 I stickleymuseum.org

Move it Morris Day, Loantaka Brook Reservation

Chatham, Harding, Morris Township 973-326-7651 I morrisparks.net

Shrine Circus, William G. Mennen Sports Arena, Morris Township

973-992-2860 or 973-326-7650 I morrisparks.net

JUNEAmerican Families in our English Garden

Macculloch Hall, Morristown 973-538-2404 I maccullochhall.org

Civil War Encampment, Historic Speedwell, Morristown


Giralda Lawn Concert, Giralda Farms, Arts Council of the Morris Area, Madison

973-285-5115 I morrisarts.org

Great Swamp Bonsai Society Show, Frelinghuysen Arboretum, Morris Township


National Trails Day Celebration, Morris Trails Partnership and the Morris County

Park Commission, various locations 973-326-7604 I morrisparks.net

Summer Family Day, Stickley Museum at Craftsman Farms, Morris Plains

973-540-0311 I stickleymuseum.org

Jockey Hollow

Reenactment

Fosterfields


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AUGUST

Masterwork Chorus Summer Sings, College of St. Elizabeth, Convent Station

973-455-7008 I masterwork.org

National Night Out, William G. Mennen Sports Arena, Morris Township


Summer Festival of Baroque

Music, Baroque Orchestra of New Jersey

Madison/Morristown973-366-8922 I baroqueorchestra.org

Tours @ 10:00Morris County Tourism Bureau, Morristown973-631-5151 I morristourism.org

SEPTEMBER

Fall Harvest Family Day

The Stickley Museum at Craftsman Farms, Morris Plains973-540-0311 I stickleymuseum.org

Hayrides to the Pumpkin Patch, Wightmans Farms, Morristown

973-425-9819 Iwightmansfarms.com

Lenape Day, Great Swamp Outdoor Education Center, Chatham


Meet a Monarch Festival

Pyramid Mountain Natural Historic Area, Boonton973-334-3130 I morrisparks.net

Mount Tabor House Tour, Mount Tabor

973-586-1564I mounttabornj.org/HouseTour.htm

1920s Country Fair & Harvest Festival

Fosterfields Living Historical Farm, Morristown973-326-7645 I morrisparks.net

Schooleys Mountain Dog Show

William G. Mennen Sports Arena, Morris Township


Sussex Hills Kennel Club Dog Show



Wightmans Farms

Morristown

Craftmarket

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OCTOBER

Bottle Hill Day, Downtown Development Corporation, Madison

973-593-8496 I rosenet.org/gov/ddc

Chrysanthemum Show, Frelinghuysen Arboretum, Morris Township


Death and Mourning Customs, Historic Speedwell, Morristown


Fall Festival on the Green, Morristown Partnership

Morristown 973-455-1133 I morristown-nj.org

Graveyard Tours, Morris County Tourism Bureau, Morristown

973-631-5151 I morristourism.org

A Millers Halloween, Cooper Gristmill, Chester


Morristown Craftmarket, National Guard Armory

Morristown973-442-2840 I morristowncraftmarket.org

Pumpkin Festival, Whippany Railway Museum, Whippany

973-887-8177 Iwhippanyrailwaymuseum.org

NOVEMBER

Christmas Festival on the Morristown Green

Morristown 973-455-1133 I morristown-nj.org

Thanksgiving Harvest Home, Fosterfields Living Historical Farm, Morris Township


Tri-State African Violet Society Show, Frelinghuysen Arboretum

Morris Township 973-326-7600 I morrisparks.net

DECEMBERA Country Christmas, Fosterfields Living Historical Farm, Morristown


Christmas at Craftsman Farms, Stickley Museum at Craftsman FarmsMorris Plains 973-540-0311 I stickleymuseum.org


Dickensian Christmas

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December, cont.

Christmas Festival on the Morristown Green, Morristown

973-455-1133I morristown-nj.org

Cider & Song,The Masterwork Chorus, Hyatt Morristown, Morristown

973-455-7008I masterwork.org

Dickensian Christmas, Historic Speedwell, Morristown

973-285-6550I morrisparks.net

First Night Morris, December 31, Morristown

973-455-0708I firstnightmorris.com

Gingerbread Wonderland, Frelinghuysen Arboretum


Holiday Open House

Stickley Museum at Craftsman Farms, Morris Plains973-540-0311 I stickleymuseum.org

Holiday Tree Festival, Morris Museum, Morris Township

973-971-3733I morrismuseum.org

Holly Days, six weeks of special holiday events

Morris County Tourism Bureau, Morristown973-631-5151 I morristourism.org

Messiah Sing,The Masterwork Chorus, Chatham

973-455-7008I masterwork.org

Santa Claus Special

Whippany Railway Museum, Whippany973-887-8177 Iwhippanyrailwaymuseum.org

Winter Skating Festival, William G. Mennen Sports Arena


Winter Solstice Celebration, Lewis Morris Park


We make every effort to be sure the event information is

listed properly. Please use the contact information to verify

dates, times and places.


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Macculloch HallHistorical Museum

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Come and visit the cornerstone

of

Morristowns Historic District!

The Nations LargestThomas Nast Collection

Spectacular Period Rooms

The Oldest Gardensin Morris County

Wide Range of Changing Exhibits

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Morristown, NJ 07960

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Acorn Hall, headquarters of the Morris County Historical Society, was built as a private

residence in 1853 in the Victorian Italianate Villa style, complete with an unusual octagonal tower.Now a house museum, it is decorated with original furnishings, carpeting and wall coverings. The

museum hosts changing exhibits on local history or nineteenth century life and has a garden andgift shop. Acorn Hall is part of the Womens History Trail. (Mon. & Th. 10-4, Sun. 1-4, group tours byappointment)68 Morris Avenue, Morristown973-267-3465 I acornhall.org

Boonton Historical Society & Museum, located in the 1868 Dr. John Taylor

House, was founded to preserve and display Boontons history. The museum has permanent andchanging exhibits about the history, arts and people of Boonton as well as a gift shop. The societyalso provides walking tours and evening programs. (Sat. 1-4)

210 Main Street, Boonton973-402-8840 I boonton.org

Butler Museum, established in 1976, is located in the historic 1889 NYS&W Railroad

Station. Among the collections are military items and uniforms, American Hard Rubber Industryartifacts, Butler H.S. yearbooks from 1918, old newspapers on microfilm, a major postcard collectionand Statue of Liberty artifacts. (Sat. 10-2 and by appointment, closed holiday weekends)Susquehanna Railroad Station, upper Main Street, Butler973-838-7222 I butlermuseumnj.org

Community Childrens Museum, a hands-on museum for children

featuring a full-size replica of Vincent van Goghs bedroom painting where you cansit on his bed and touch the textured walls, and an art studio to create works in clay.Learn about electricity without the shock, be an astronaut in John Glenns spacecapsule, or be an actor in the theater. Explore three different countries in theHomes Around the World exhibit. Great for birthday parties or groups by

appointment. (Th.Sat. 10-5)77 East Blackwell Street, Dover

973-366-9060 I communitychildrensmuseum.org

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From Historic Speedwell Village, where Samuel F.B. Morse and Alfred Vail first

successfully demonstrated the electro-magnetic telegraph, to the Stickley Museum

at Craftsman Farms, home of Gustav Stickley, leader of the American Arts and Crafts

Movement, to the Morristown National Historical Park, which includes the FordMansion where General George Washington was headquartered for 200 days

during the winter and spring of 1780, Morris Countys spirited past echoes through

countless historic sites, homes and museums ranging in size and grandeur.

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Cooper Gristmill,

was originally built by Nathan Cooper in 1826. The milland adjacent visitors center have been carefully restored to

provide visitors with an opportunity to rediscover the rootsand heritage of the region while witnessing the amazingpower of the Black River which has been harnessed to grindgrain into flour by massive 2,000 pound millstones.(Wed.-Sun. 10-5 July & Aug., weekends 10-5 May-Oct.)66 Route 513, Chester908-879-5463I morrisparks.net

Crossroads of the American Revolution Association,promotes New Jerseys more than 500 farmlands, hillsides and homesteads that playedsome part or saw some action in the American Revolution. Our Revolutionary War heritage, perhapsmore significant than that of any other state, has been federally recognized with thedesignation of the Crossroads of the American Revolution Nation Heritage Area inNew Jersey. Their web site lists upcoming heritage events in New Jersey. Theyalso publish guides and maps to important sites.Princeton 609-633-2060 I revolutionarynj.org

Fosterfields Living Historical Farm, captures the

spirit of life at the turn of the 20th century through weekly activitiespresented on the farm, in the 1920s farmhouse and at The Willows, themansion built by Joseph Revere, grandson of Paul Revere. The staff isdressed in appropriate period attire and interprets the lives and roles of farm laborers,domestic workers and Foster family members and friends. They perform a daily regimen offarming and domestic chores, and raise livestock and crops by historical methods.(Wed.-Sat. 10-5, Sun. 12-5 April-Oct., some holiday programming)73 Kahdena Road, Morristown973-326-7645I morrisparks.net

Frelinghuysen Arboretum,

spreads across 127 acres and features a number ofstunning theme gardens, including shade, cottage,perennial, rock and vegetable gardens, as well asspecialized collections of shrubs and trees. In addition,visitors can stop in at the Haggerty Education Center,which hosts a number of shows, events and art exhibits,and the Carriage House. Grounds: Mon.-Sun. 8-dusk,

Education Center: Mon.-Sun. 9-4:30)53 East Hanover Avenue, Morristown973-326-7600I morrisparks.net

Serving the Visitors to Americas

National Parks and OtherPublic Trusts

Funds for this ad provided by Eastern National,the cooperating association at Morristown

National Historic Park.

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Historic Speedwell, brings the birth of the American Industrial

Revolution to life. This National Historic Landmark site is comprised of eight

historic structures. Among these are the home of Stephen Vail, proprietor ofthe Speedwell Iron Works, restored to the period of 1844-1864, and theFactory Building where Samuel F.B. Morse and Alfred Vail first publiclydemonstrated the telegraph. Exhibits illustrate the history of the ironworks and Stephen Vail's connection to the S.S. Savannah,the first steamship to cross the Atlantic, and a museum store.(Wed.-Sat. 10-5, Sun. 12-5 April-Oct., some holiday programming,

open by appointment).333 Speedwell Avenue, Morristown 973-285-6550I morrisparks.net

Macculloch Hall and Gardens,

a 20-room Federal-style mansion, was built in1810 by George Macculloch, known as theFather of the Morris Canal. Ten period rooms

display 18th and 19th centuryfurnishings, while fourgalleries offer changingexhibits year-round.

There is also animpressive collectionof prints and drawingsby Thomas Nast, thefamous political

cartoonist, who had once lived acrossthe street from Macculloch Hall.(Wed., Th. & Sun. 1-4, open byappointment, garden open daily

8-dusk).45 Macculloch Avenue, Morristown973-538-2404 I maccullochhall.org

Montville Museum,was originally constructed in 1867 as a

one-room schoolhouse and later in the 1890s as a gathering place for the local temperance league.It also served as the Post Office. Exhibits reflect the history of the Montville Township area aswell as the Morris Canal. (Sun. 1-4 except July & Aug., open by appointment).6 Taylortown Road, Montville973-334-3665 I montvillenj.org


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Morris County Heritage Commission,

was created in 1970 by the Morris County Board of ChosenFreeholders to preserve the archives of the county and

promote awareness and understanding of the countys richhistory back to its Colonial beginnings. Source material ismade available to students, historians and genealogists.Books and pamphlets are available for purchase.Morris County Cultural Center300 Mendham Road, Morris Township973-829-8117I co.morris.nj.us/MCHC

Morris Museum,which includes the Georgian-style

Frelinghuysen mansion designed by Stanford White, featuresgalleries for both permanent and changing exhibitions whichexplore the arts, sciences and humanities. Among the mu-seum's permanent collections are fine and decorative arts, costumes and textiles,dolls and toys and the new Murtogh D. Guinness Collection of music boxes, automatic musicalinstruments and mechanically-activated figures dating from the late 16th century to the early 20thcentury. Visit the museum gift shop for unique items. (Wed., Fri. and Sat. 11-5, Th. 11-8,Sun. 1-5, closed on major holidays).6 Normandy Heights Road, Morristown

973-971-3700I morrismuseum.org

The Morris Plains Museum, preserves Morris Plains history by storing a collection

of artifacts, records and documents relating to the development of the community and some of itsfamous former residents, including artist Homer Davenport. The museum features permanent andchanging exhibits. (Sat. 10-2, and by appointment).51 Jim Fear Drive, Morris Plains973-683-1089I morrisplainsboro.org

Morristown and Morris Township Library,the public library, contains a childrens reading room, media center, exhibition gallery and is hometo the North Jersey History and Genealogy Center with 60,000 books, maps, microfilm, microfiche,archival and manuscript collections relating to New Jersey. The library hosts many lectures, filmsand other programming of interest to the community.(Mon.-Th. 9-9, Fri. 9-6, Sat. 9:30-5 Sun. 1-5, call for summer hours.)1 Miller Road, Morristown973-538-6161I jfpl.org


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Morristown National Historical Park, established in 1933 as the nation's

first "National Historical Park," consists of four non-contiguous units:Jockey Hollow, Fort Nonsense, The New Jersey Brigade/Cross Estate

and Gardens and The Ford Mansion and Museum (newlyrenovated) which served as George Washington's militaryheadquarters for 200 days during the harsh winter of 1779-1780.This is a National Historic Landmark site. (Daily 9-5, closedon Thanksgiving, December 25 and January 1) Ford Mansiontours are led by park rangers and leave from themuseum on the hour between 10 and 4, except at noon.30 Washington Place, Morristown

973-984-2182I nps.gov/morr

Mount Hope Historical Park, is the site of one of the earliest iron mining areas

in Colonial America. Features include guided nature hikes, hiking trails, self-guided tours andinterpretive nature trails. Remains of the Mount Hope mining industry still exist in thesouthwestern section of the park. (Daily 8-dusk)Teabo Road, Rockaway973-829-8666 I morrisparks.net

Mount Tabor Historical Society, preserves the history of the town,

established in 1869 as the first Methodist summer camp meeting in New Jersey. Eventually thetents gave way to summer cottages, and is now a neighborhood of permanent, fancifulVictorian residences and buildings. Each September there is a self-guided house tour of the area.There is also a Mount Tabor Museum (Sun. 2-4, Wed. 7-9)Mount Tabor Road off Route 53973-586-1564 I mounttabornj.org/HouseTour.htm

Museum of Early Trades

& Crafts, explores 18th and 19th

century American history, with a focuson New Jersey craftsmen and artisans.Housed in the beautiful 1900 JamesLibrary, and drawing on its collectionof over 8,000 artifacts, METC offerssomething for visitors of all ages.Visit the gift shop. (Tues.-Sat. 10-4,Sun. 12-5) 9 Main Street, Madison973-377-2982 I metc.org

Obadiah LaTourette Grist and Saw Mill, built in 1751 by Philip Weise andexpanded in 1874, is currently being restored by the Washington Township Land Trust. This mill ispart of the German Valley Historic District. Tours are given most Saturdays. (10-2 and by appointment)12 East Mill Road (Route 513), Long Valley908-876-4478 I wtlt.org


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Ralston Cider Mill, is a stone and heavy timber structure that dates from 1848 and is

an Operational Cider Mill Museum demonstrating how cider and applejack were made.(May: Sun. 11-4, Last two weeks of Sept.: Sun. 11-4, Oct.: Sat.and Sun. 11-4 and by appointment) 336 Mendham Road, Mendham I ralstoncidermill.org

Schuyler-Hamilton House,is the colonial home of Dr. Jabez Campfield. It was used

by General Washington's personal physician, Dr. John Cochran. Washingtons aide, Colonel AlexanderHamilton, courted house guest Betsy Schuyler here. The home is now owned by the Daughters of theAmerican Revolution. (Sun. 2-4 and by appointment)

5 Olyphant Place, Morristown973-539-7502rootsweb.ancestry.com/~njmcdar/SHHouse.htm

The Stickley Museum at

Craftsman Farms, built in 1911,

Craftsman Farms is the only house GustavStickley, the foremost figure of the AmericanArts and Crafts Movement,

designed and built for himself and lived in with his family. Todayit is a National Historic Landmark site. Stickley, known for his Mission-style furniture, revolutionized

American decorative arts. (year round, Sat. and Sun. 11-4; April 1-Nov. 16th, Sat. and Sun. 11-4,Wed.-Fri. 12-3; Grounds open year round dawn to dusk)2352 Route 10 West at Manor Lane, Morris Plains973-540-1165I stickleymuseum.org

Villa Fontana, is a private home built in 1866 in the Historic District of Morristown, and

is a National Historic Landmark site and former home of 19th century political cartoonist ThomasNast. Nast lived in the home for 20 years beginning in 1872. The Nasts hosted artists and visitorsto the area such as Ulysses S. Grant and Mark Twain. 50 Macculloch Avenue, Morristown.To learn more about his life and work, visit maccullochhall.org

Whippany Railway Museum, contains exhibits related to railroad memorabilia

and features full-size historical railroad equipment and rolling stock.(April-Oct.,Sun. 12-4 some holiday programming)Route 10 West at Whippany Road, Whippany973-887-8177Iwhippanyrailwaymuseum.net

For specific programming at the above

historic sites, consult the Calendar of

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Home to an astounding collection of art, music and theater, Morris Countys

cultural offerings fairly compete with the Big City. Every second youre not

browsing a museum, taking in a jazz concert, or experiencing one of

Shakespeares plays, is one where youre missing out on some of thenations best and brightest performers.

Arts AssociationsArts Council of the Morris Area, providing programs and services to artists, arts

organizations, schools and the community since 1973.14 Maple Avenue, Suite 301, Morristown

973-285-5115 I morrisarts.org

Madison Arts and Culture Alliance, collaboration of Rose City arts

organizations, cultural institutions, historical societies, colleagues and friends.P.O. Box 1295, Madison. Check their calendar of events at madisonartsnj.org

Morristown Craftmarket, Randolph Kiwanis Club, Mount Freedom

973-442-2840 I morristowncraftmarket.org

Glassworks Studio, a unique gallery featuring

works of glass and beads. Make your own glass object orjewelry in the studio, or purchase items from the store.151 South Street, Morristown973-656-0800 I umakeglass.com

Simon Gallery, featuring contemporary abstract art

in Morristown since 1996, specializing in painting, sculpture,mixed media and photography. In a review in theNew York Timesit was called a near ideal gallery.48 Bank Street, Morristown973-538-5456 I simongallery.com

Art Galleries

You have found the gemof Morris County!

Adults and children welcome.

151 South StreetMorristown, NJ 07960

[email protected]

Visitumakeglass.comfor more information.

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Theatres & Music

Baroque Orchestra of New Jersey, founded in 1996,

is one of the states premier chamber orchestras and the onlyensemble specializing in music of the Baroque and Classical periods(1600-1800), with performances at the College of St. Elizabeth anda summer music festival in Madison.531 Herrick Drive, Dover973-366-8922 I baroqueorchestra.org

Bickford Theatre at the Morris Museum,

offers theatre for children during the day and on weekends, as well as award-winning eveningproductions for adults. The Brightest Star School of Performing Arts provides classes for childrenand adults.6 Normandy Heights Road, Morris Township973-971-3706 I bickfordtheatre.org

Centenary Stage Company, in residence at Centenary College, with theatre, music

and dance events throughout the year. Also sponsors a Women Playwrights Series and the YoungPerformers Workshop for children 8-18.400 Jefferson Street, Hackettstown 908-979-0900 I centenarystageco.org

The Community Theatre at Mayo Center of the Performing Arts,presents a wide range of entertaining programs in many genres: classical, jazz, dance,contemporary, theatre, family and comedy. They also offer musical theatre and acting classes

for children ages 518. 100 South Street, Morristown 973-539-8008 I mayoarts.org

The Masterwork Chorus, is dedicated to enriching and supporting the

cultural life of the community through professional level performances of major choralworks, as well as music education. The Chorus offers Reach Out programs in nursinghomes and senior residence facilities and Summer Sings on Wednesdays in July.

P.O. Box 2167, Morristown 973-455-7008 I masterwork.org

The Playwrights Theatre

of New Jersey, is a professional

non-profit theatre comprised of writers,theatre artists and arts educatorscommitted to presenting excitingnew works from stage readingsto full productions. Playwrights

Theatres New Jersey WritersProject works in schools and community-based organizations statewide and its onsite Creative Arts Academyprovides a wide range of creative opportunities for children, teens and adults.P.O. Box 1295, 33 Green Village Road, Madison 973-514-1787 I ptnj.org


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The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey, is one of the leadingShakespeare theatres in the country. Serving nearly 100,000 adults and childrenannually, it is the states only professional theatre company dedicated to Shakespeares

canon and other world classics. In addition to being an acclaimed producer of classic plays,the company nurtures new talent for the American stage by providing an outstandingtraining ground for students of the theatre.Main Stage: F.M. Kirby Shakespeare Theatre, campus of Drew University,36 Madison Avenue, Madison; Outdoor Stage: The Greek Theatre, 2 Convent Road,campus of the College of St. Elizabeth, Convent Station973-408-5600 I shakespeareNJ.org

Sports Teams

Morristown Madams, are Morris Countys all-female, flat-track, quad-skating

roller derby team and participate in a regional league with monthly bouts and eventsthroughout the year. Their home rink, Morristown InLine, is located at 30 Pine Street, Morristown973-879-7431 I morristownmadams.com

Atlantic Health Jets Training Center,

the New York Jets of the National Football League relocated in 2008to Morris County to its new Atlantic Health Training Center. With four outdoorand one indoor full-length football fields, the state-of-the-art practice complexsits on 27 acres of the former estate of the Twombly-Vanderbilt family.One Jets Drive, Florham Park973-549-4880 I newyorkjets.com

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our 256 guestrooms, we offer guests the perfect balance of business and pleasure. Our

newly added Conference Center and View 15 Executive Board Room will accommodate

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Lodging

Basking Ridge

OLDE MILL INN225 Route 202908-221-1100I oldemillinn.comevent capacity:500/rooms:102

East Hanover

RAMADA INN AND CONFERENCE CENTER130 Route 10 West973-386-5622I ramadaeasthanover.com

event capacity:400/rooms:254Florham Park

HAMILTON PARK HOTEL ANDCONFERENCE CENTER175 Park Avenue973-377-2424I hamiltonparkhotel.comevent capacity:250/rooms:219

Ledgewood

QUALITY INN691 Route 46 West973-347-5100choicehotels.comevent capacity:150/room:100

Morristown

HYATT MORRISTOWN

3 Speedwell Avenue973-647-1234I morristown.hyatt.comevent capacity:500/rooms:256

THE MADISON HOTEL1 Convent Road

973-285-1800I themadisonhotel.comevent capacity:500/rooms:186

BEST WESTERNMORRISTOWNINN270 South Street973-540-1700I boylehotels.comevent capacity:50/rooms:60

THE WESTIN GOVERNOR MORRIS2 Whippany Road973-539-7300Iwestingovernormorris.comevent capacity:300/rooms:228

Parsippany

COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT3769 US Highway 46 East

973-656-4603I

parsippanycourtyard.comevent capacity:800/rooms:146

EMBASSY SUITES909 Parsippany Boulevard973-334-1440embassysuites1.hilton.comevent capacity:200/rooms:274

FAIRFIELD INN AND SUITES

3535 Route 46 East973-263-0095I marriott.comevent capacity:300/rooms:108

During the Revolutionary War, General George Washingtons army had few choiceswhen it came to lodging. A flimsy tent perhaps or, for a lucky few, a primitive log

hut or barn. But unlike those brave soldiers, your thrilling getaway includes a wide

choice of accommodations. Looking to soak up a little history? Traveling forbusiness? Retreat to a cozy, quaint bed and breakfast or inn, or choose from a

diverse array of award-winning Morris County hotels!We have given each sites meeting room capacity for special event bookings.


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Bed and Breakfast Inns

Campgrounds

Califon

RARITANINN526 County Road 513908-832-6869I raritaninn.comevent capacity: 60/rooms: 5

Chatham

PARROT MILL INN47 Main Street973-635-7722I parrotmillinn.comevent capacity: 35/rooms:10

Long Valley

NEIGHBOUR HOUSE143 West Mill Road908-876-3519neighbourhouse.com rooms: 4

Stanhope

Whistling Swan Inn110 Main Street973-347-6369 Iwhistlingswaninn.comevent capacity: 30/rooms: 9

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MAHLON DICKERSON RESERVATIONWeldon Road


Parsippany, cont.

HAMPTON INN3535 Route 46

973-290-9058 I hampton.comevent capacity:150/rooms:148

HILTON1 Hilton Court973-267-7373 I hilton.comevent capacity:1250/rooms:354

HOLIDAY INN707 Route 46 East973-263-2000 I holiday-inn.comevent capacity:200/rooms:184

RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT3 Gatehall Drive973-984-3313 I marriott.comrooms: 156

Rockaway

HILTON GARDEN INN375 Mount Hope Avenue

973-328-0600 I hiltongardeninn.comevent capacity:360/romms:162

Whippany

COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT HANOVER157 Route 10 East973-887-8700 I marriott.comevent capacity:625/rooms:140

HANOVER MARRIOTT HOTEL

1401 Route 10 East973-538-8811 I marriott.comevent capacity:10,000/rooms: 345

HYATT SUMMERFIELD SUITES HOTEL1 Ridgedale Avenue North973-605-1001 I hyatt.comevent capacity:60/rooms:135

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Conference Center1 Ramada Drive East Hanover, NJ 07936973-386-5622

www.ramadaeasthanover.com

The newly renovated Ramada Conference Centeris conveniently located close to all major highways with easy access to US 80, US 280,US 287, US 78, NJ Tpke, Garden State Parkway, Rt 46, Rt 24, and Rt 3.

This 254 room Full Service hotel provides a daily full breakfast buffet; free HS in roomInternet, 24 Hour Fitness Center, and a business center. Meeting space is great for social

events, seminars, conferences, and religious events with 12,000 square feet of flexiblespace- 2 ballrooms and breakout space.

Miami Mikes Sports Zone, in the hotel is a full service restaurant and Sports Bar with42 HDTVs new digital sound system, pool table, weekend and weekday sports. Menusare themed guests favorites.

Come enjoy all that the Ramada and its great location have to offer.

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Call: 973-539-6666 www.rodssteak.com

The new Rods Steak & Seafood Grille, where the ambiance anddecor are as enchanting as the meal itself. Weve designed the interior

with rich wood tones and polished brass rails to lend a classicelegance to the sophisticated atmosphere.

Enjoy USDA prime aged steaks or daily fresh fare from the sea,complimented by our Wine Spectator award-winning wine list.For more intimate dining, visit The Parlour Cars.

If you have a passion for living,youre going to love it at RODS.

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Basking Ridge

THE GRAIN HOUSEOlde Mill Inn, 225 Route 202908-221-1150 I oldemillinn.comContinental American cuisine sure tosatisfy guests of all ages.

Morristown

DUBLIN PUB, 4 Pine Street973-538-1999 I dublinpubmorristown.comThe wonderful warmth of a traditional Irish Pub.

ECLECTIC GRILL, Hyatt Morristown3 Headquarters Plaza973-647-1234 I morristown.hyatt.comA contemporary American menu sure to please

every palate throughout the day.

GRASSHOPPER OFF THE GREENRESTAURANT AND BAR41-43 Morris Street 973-285-5150

grasshopperoffthegreen.comFamily owned and operated IrishPub and Restaurant.

HIBISCUS AMERICAN AND

CARIBBEAN RESTAURANTBest Western Morristown Inn

270 South Street973-359-0200 I hibiscuscuisine.com

A delicious combination ofCaribbean and American cuisinesyour whole family will enjoy.

MORRISTOWN DELIRESTAURANT AND CATERERS

7 Elm Street973-267-3766morristowndeli.comA New York style restaurant knownas the Best deli this side of the Hudson.

ORIGIN THAI II

10 South Street973-971-9933 I originthai.comHigh class dining steeped in the uniqueart of Thai cooking.

PAZZO PAZZO, 74 Speedwell Avenue973-898-6606 I pazzopazzo.comA four star Italian Restaurant servingregional Italian cuisine.

RODS STEAK AND SEAFOOD GRILLE

Madison Hotel, One Madison Avenue973-539-6666 I rodssteak.comThis is an area landmark and winner ofNew Jersey Monthly's'Best Steakhouse' award.

Parsippany

BISTECCA, Embassy Suites Hotel909 Parsippany Boulevard(Routes 46 and 202)

973-939-2150 I bistecca.bizThe menu features many dishes which reflect

cuisines from all parts of Italy.

Whippany

MOLLY MALONES352 Route 10 West

973-887-5070mollymaloneswhippany.com

The cozy atmosphere aswell as the great food anddrink, recreate the

wonderful warmth of atraditional Irish Pub.

C o m e To E a t Morris County Tourism Bureau has members that serve up a tasty tour of the finestrestaurants. Whether you crave tantalizing seafood, freshly-brewed beer or a thick,juicy steak... a wide range of eateries awaits you from classic Italian and American

cuisine to Irish Pubs, Thai and family-style offerings. Our talented chefs have beenkeeping travelers and locals well-fed for nearly 300 years - Bon Appetit!

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Morris County is a great place to experience natures beauty. Take a leisurely walkor hike a challenging gorge. Paddle a lazy river or fish a clear, cold stream.

Play a challenging round of golf or bike on a rural country trail. No matter what

mode you choose, youll find the grandeur of our natural beauty speaks to andsoothes your soul.

ParksHACKLEBARNEY STATE PARKChester I 908-638-6969state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests978 acres of glacial valley with gorges carvedby the Black River, over 5 miles of hiking trails

plus fishing, hunting, picnic and playgrounds.

MORRIS COUNTY PARK COMMISSIONMCPC* 973-326-7600 I morrisparks.net17,500 acres of passive and activerecreational opportunities throughout the countyincluding golf, hiking, ice skating, sledding, icefishing, fishing, hunting, boating, swimming,cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, biking,

recreational fields, environmental educationand special programming for families through-out the year. NOTE: All MCPC sites share theabove phone number andweb site, unless otherwise noted.

BirdingGREAT SWAMPOUTDOOR EDUCATION

CENTER, MCVCChatham Township973-635-6629I morrisparks.net

BoatingLEES COUNTY PARK MARINA, MCPCLake Hopatcong, Mount Arlington973-398-5199I morrisparks.netOpen March 15 to November 30

LEWIS MORRIS COUNTY PARK, MCPCSunrise Lake, Morris TownshipOpen Memorial Day to Labor Day.Paddle boats and row boats (weekends)

SILAS CONDICTCOUNTY PARK, MCPCKinnelon BoroughOpen Memorial Day to Labor Day.Paddle boats and row boats (weekends)

Dog Park

LEWIS MORRIS COUNTY PARK, MCPCMorris TownshipTraditional off-leash dog park

FarmsALSTEDE FARMS, Chester

908-879-7189alstedefarms.com

Quality produce,gourmet food and

wine, farm tours,homemade ice cream

and cider. Call aheadfor harvest schedules.

Open all year!

WIGHTMANS FARMSMorristown973-425-9819wightmansfarms.comQuality fruits andvegetables, fresh cider,smoked meats and gourmetfoods, hay rides. Call ahead for harvestschedules. Open all year!


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C o m e To B e P l a y GardensACORN HALL VICTORIAN GARDENMorristown973-267-3465I acornhall.org

Victorian flower bedsand magnificent oldtrees enhance thefine architecture.

BAMBOOBROOKOUTDOOR

EDUCATIONCENTER, MCPC, Chester Township

Trails and wildlife in natural setting, one milehike to Willowwood Arboretum.

CROSS ESTATE GARDENS, MNHP**Bernardsville I 973-543-4030Formal, walled garden with ornamental grasses,shrubs and perennials, former New Jersey

Brigade encampment area for 12,000 soldiersduring the Revolutionary War.

ELIZABETH D. KAY ENVIRONMENTALCENTER, MCPC, Chester Township973-635-6629I morrisparks.net233 acres with gardens, hiking trails and guidednature walks.

FRELINGHUYSEN ARBORETUM,

MCPC, Morris Township127 acres of theme gardens (shade, cottage,perennial, rock and vegetable), specializedcollections of shrubs and trees, programs andexhibits for the public.

MACCULLOCH HALL GARDENS, Morristown973-538-2404I maccullochhall.orgOldest garden in Morristown, dating from 1820,featuring sixty varieties of roses, open dawn to

dusk seven days a week.

TOURNE PARK, MCPC, Denville545 acres with 250 different woodlandflowers and ferns.

WICK HOUSE HERB GARDEN, MNHP**Jockey Hollow, Harding Township973-543-4030 I nps.org/morr

18th century herb and vegetable gardenon the Wick Farm, formerly home of Henryand Tempe Wick.

WILLOWWOOD ARBORETUM, MCPCChester3,500 kinds of native and exotic plants on 130acres, one mile hike to Bamboo Brook OutdoorEducation Center.

Golf

BERKSHIRE VALLEY GOLF COURSE, MCPCJefferson Township973-208-0018 I morrisparks.net/golf

FLANDERS VALLEY GOLF COURSE, MCPCFlanders973-584-5382 I morrisparks.net/golf

KNOLL COUNTRY CLUB GOLF FACILITY

ParsippanyKnoll Golf Club East Public973-263-7115 I parsippany.net

Knoll Golf Club West Semi-Private973-263-7110 I parsippany.net

PINCH BROOK GOLF COURSE, MCPCFlorham Park973-377-2039 I morrisparks.net/golf

SUNSET VALLEY GOLF COURSE, MCPCPompton Plains973-835-1515 I morrisparks.net/golf


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Horseback Riding

SEATON HACKNEY STABLES, MCPC

Morristown973-644-3355I seatonhackney.com

Indoor Ice Skating

MENNEN SPORTS ARENA, MCPCMorris Township973-326-7651I morrisparks.net

Swimming

LEWIS MORRIS COUNTY PARK, MCPCSunrise Lake, Morris Township

*MCPC: Morris County Park Commission**MNHP: Morristown National Historical Park

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Town of Boonton

973-257-9107 I boontonmainstreet.orgThis historic town, set on the Rockaway River,is filled with antique shops, boutiques andrestaurants.

Borough of Chatham

973-635-2444 I chathamchambernj.org.Tour the historic district and shop a traditionalbusy retail Main Street.

Borough of Chester

908-879-4814 I ilovechester.com.Chester offers a wide variety of shops.

A mall with national retailers,Streets of Chester, is located on Route 206.shopsofchester.com

Denville Township

973-625-1171 I denville-nj.comDenville has been voted best downtownby Daily Recordreaders. Along Route 10are the Shoppes at Union Hill featuringnational retailers.theshoppesatunionhill.com

Madison

973-377-7830 I rosenet.orgEnjoy shopping and award-winning diningin historic Madison.

Borough of Mendham

973-543-2145 I mendhamnj.orgShop along East and West Main Streets andHilltop Road. Great for boutiques, antiquesand dining.

Morris Plains

973-538-2224 I morrisplainsboro.org.This town center offers shopping andinteresting dining choices along Route 202.

Morristown

973-455-1133 I morristown-nj.org.Morristown offers quality stores in a quaintvillage setting. The Morris County Mall is located

in nearby Cedar Knolls, anchored by Wal-Mart.

For some, its the thrill of the hunt. For others, its simply the joy of discovering aunique gift. If your aspiration is to shop in a sophisticated department store or

country boutique, search for antiques and collectibles, purchase hip and personally

expressive clothing and accessories, fine art or custom-designed jewelry, youll findit and more, all in Morris County.

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Also in Morristown:

ENJOU CHOCOLAT

8 DeHart Street973-993-9090 I enjouchocolat.comYou'll find shelves upon shelves of lusciouschocolates.

SHOPS AT 14 PINE STREET14 Pine Street973-267-0400 I shop14pine.comA gift store to meet all of your needs.

SIMON GALLERY48 Bank Street973-538-5456 I simongallery.comThe gallery's diverse sensibility focuses oncontemporary art, both abstract andrepresentational.

MORRIS COUNTY TOURISM BUREAU

GIFT SHOP6 Court Street973-631-5151 I morristourism.orgBooks and collectibles with a focus on localhistory for sale.

Rockaway Borough

973-627-2000 I rockawayborough.comCome and find fabulous shopping in a vibranttwo-block area. This town is also home to theRockaway Townsquare Mall.

Long Valley

908-876-5266 I longvalleyvillageassoc.comA cozy town with a rich history, it offers diverseshopping and professional services.

Gift Shops at Morris County

Historic SitesACORN HALL973-267-3465 I acornhall.org

BOONTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY973-402-8840 I boonton.org

HISTORIC SPEEDWELL973-285-6550 I morrisparks.net

MACCULLOCH HALL973-538-2404 I maccullochhall.org

MORRIS MUSEUM973-971-3700 I morrismuseum.org

MORRISTOWN NATIONALHISTORICAL PARK

973-984-2182 I nps.gov/morr

MUSEUM OF EARLY TRADES& CRAFTS973-377-2982 I metc.org

STICKLEY MUSEUM ATCRAFTSMAN FARMS973-540-1165 I stickleymuseum.org

Eight DeHart Street Morristown, NJ 07960

973-993-9090 Fax: 973-993-8299

www.enjouchocolat.com

Gourmet Chocolate Custom Shaped Chocolates

Gift Baskets CorporateGifts Wedding Favors

Morristown, NJ

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C o m e To L i v e & Wo r k From its Colonial beginnings to the vibrant 21st century mecca that it has

become, Morris County boasts many thriving communities. 50 of the Fortune

500 companies have offices located in our area. Morris County is one of the

top ten most affluent counties in America.

Madison Chamber of CommerceMadison973-377-7830 I madisonnjchamber.org

Morris County Board of ChosenFreeholders, Morristown

973-285-6010 I co.morris.nj.usMorris County Chamber of CommerceMorristown973-539-3882 I morrischamber.org

Morris County Economic DevelopmentCorporation, Morristown973-539-8270 I morriscountyedc.org

Morris County Hispanic-American

Chamber of Commerce, Morristown973-644-3093 I mchacc.com

Morristown PartnershipMorristown973-455-1133 I morristown-nj.org

Parsippany Area Chamber of CommerceLake Hiawatha

973-402-6400parsippanychamber.orgI visitparsippany.org

Randolph Area Chamber of CommerceMt. Freedom973-361-3462 I randolphchamber.org

Somerset County Business PartnershipBridgewater908-218-4300

somersetbusinesspartnership.com

AAA New Jersey Automobile ClubFlorham Park973-377-7200I aaa.com

Burgdorff RealtorsMorristown

973-387-4300I

burgdorff.comCall for a Morris County Relocation Guide

Department of State, Division of Travel& Tourism800-VISITNJ I visitnj.org

E+Plus Transportation Inc.Morristown877-GO-EPLUS I eplustaxi.com

Innovative Marketing DesignsPhillipsburg908-454-3431I imd-cards.com

Irish American Cultural InstituteMorristown973-605-1991I iaci-usa.org

Kiwanis Club of RandolphMount Freedom

973-442-2840merocune.com/randolphkiwanis

Kommunity Kiosk, Inc.Parsippany973-334-4696I kki-kiosks.com

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Madison Arts & Culture AllianceMadison973-615-2231I madisonartsnj.org

Morris County HeritageCommission, Morristown973-829-8117I morrisheritage.org

Morris County Park CommissionMorris Township973-326-7600I morrisparks.net

Morris County Tourism BureauMorristown

973-631-5151I morristourism.orgCall for a Morris County Relocation Guide

Morristown and Morris Township LibraryMorristown973-538-6161I jfpl.org

Morristown Parking AuthorityMorristown973-539-4810townofmorristown.org/mpa.html

New Jersey Natural Gas, Wall800-221-0051I njliving.com

PFA Designs Inc., Morristown973-292-9333I pfadesigns.com

Skylands of New JerseyTourism Council Inc.

800-4SKYLAND I skylandstourism.org

Taylored Travel Inc., Morristown973-455-1987

The Morristown Club, Morristown973-539-0116

The Point at Morristown, Morristown908-301-1000 I thepointatmorristown.com

The Write Direction, Randolph973-252-4506I twdirection.com

TransOptions, Inc., Cedar Knolls973-267-7600I transoptions.org

Ukrainian American CulturalCenter of New Jersey, Whippany

973-585-7175I uaccnj.org

Morristown Memorial Hospital100 Madison Avenue, Morristown973-971-5000I atlantichealth.org

Saint Clares Hospital25 Pocono Road, Denville973-625-6000I saintclares.org400 West Blackwell Street, Dover973-989-3000I saintclares.org

Chilton Memorial Hospital97 West Parkway, Pompton Plains973-831-5000I chiltonmemorial.org

IN CASE OF EMERGENCY: DIAL 911

TELEPHONE DIRECTORY: DIAL 411COMMUNITY SERVICES: DIAL 211

Hospitals

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ALSTEDE FARMSChester908-879-7189I alstedefarms.com

BICKFORD THEATREMorris Township

973-971-3706I bickfordtheatre.org

COMMUNITY CHILDRENS MUSEUMDOVER973-366-9060I communitychildrensmuseum.org

COMMUNITY THEATRE AT MAYO CENTERFOR THE PERFORMING ARTSMorristown

973-539-8008I mayoarts.org

CRAIGMEUR RECREATION COMPLEXJefferson Twp.973-697-4500

ENJOU CHOCOLATSHOPMorristown

973-993-9090enjouchocolat.com

GLASSWORKS STUDIOMorristown973-656-0800 I umakeglass.com

MENNEN SPORTS ARENAMorristown

Indoor Ice Rink973-326-7651 I morrisparks.net

KNOLL COUNTRY CLUBParsippany973-263-7115 I parsippany.net

MACCULLOCH HALL AND GARDENSMorristown

973-538-2404 I maccullochhall.org

Are you looking for an ideal space to host your special event? The following

venues and dedicated service providers are ready to assist! We also invite you

to visit the Come to Eat and Come to Stay sections in this guide

for suggestions on renting hotels, inns, conference centers orrestaurants throughout Morris County.

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MORRIS MUSEUMMorristown973-971-3700I morrismuseum.org

MORRIS COUNTY TOURISM BUREAUMorristownScavenger Hunts and Walking Tours973-631-5151I morristourism.org

MORRIS COUNTY PARK COMMISSION973-326-7600I morrisparks.netGolf Course Information: 973-326-7602

Picnic Area Reservations: 973-326-7631

MUSEUM OF EARLY TRADES& CRAFTSMadison973-377-2982I metc.org

STICKLEY MUSEUMAT CRAFTSMAN FARMS

Morris Plains973-540-1165I stickleymuseum.org

TAYLORED TRAVELMorristown

973-455-1987

THE MORRISTOWN CLUBMorristown973-539-0116

UKRAINIAN AMERICAN CULTURALCENTER OF NEW JERSEYWhippany

973-585-7175 I uaccnj.org

WIGHTMANS FARMSMorristown973-425-9819 Iwightmansfarms.com

Giralda lawn concert

Westin Gov

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Morris

Memorial DayParade

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Tour 1 National Historic Landmarks

10:00am 11:30am Visit Washingtons Headquarters, Morristown National

Historical Park, home of Jacob Ford Jr. This fine Morristown mansion was military

headquarters during the American Revolution in 1779-1780 when George Washington

made it his home for 200 days. Tour the mansion with a National Park Service ranger

and tour the recently renovated museum. Should you wish to extend your time at theNational Historical Park, visit some or all of its additional three sites: Fort Nonsense,

the Cross Estate and Gardens, the Wick House and garden, and the soldiers huts at

Jockey Hollow. There are gift shops at the museum and at the Jockey Hollow Visitors

Center. The park is open every day of the year except Thanksgiving, Christmas and

New Years Day, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

1:45am 1:00pm Enjoy lunch in downtown Morristown, featuring over 75

restaurants with international cuisine options. These include Caribbean, Hispanic,

Indian, Thai, Japanese, Chinese, Vietnamese, Irish, Italian, Greek, New York deli-style,

new American and an Afghani restaurant.

1:30pm 2:30pm The Stickley Museum at Craftsman Farms is nationally

recognized as one of the most significant sites connected with the American Arts &

Crafts Movement and the only house Gustav Stickley designed and built for himself,

and lived in with his family. The grounds are open all year round. Call for tour times.

Admission is charged at the door. Visit the excellent gift shop.

3:00pm 4:00pm Historic Speedwell is an early 19th century farmstead and

ironworks managed by the Morris County Park Commission and home to a number

of historic Revolutionary War-era homes. It features the life and times of the Stephen

Vail family and their contribution to the development of the first successful electro-

magnetic telegraph. Stephens son, Alfred, collaborated with Samuel F.B. Morse and

first demonstrated their invention here in the factory building, now a National

Landmark site. Through exhibits and guided tours, including demonstrations of the

telegraph, Historic Speedwell captures the birth of the Industrial Revolution.

This section is devoted to the where, when and how of your trip - the advanced

planning required to get it together and take it on the road. If you are

new to Morris County and not familiar with the area,

we offer the following recommendations.

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Tour 2 Historic House Museum Tour10:00am 11:30am Excite the mind and enhance your understanding and

enjoyment of the arts at the Morris Museum. Formerly the home of the Frelinghuysen

family, the museum recently unveiled a spectacular new exhibition entitled, Musical

Machines & Living Dolls: Mechanical Musical Instruments and Automata from the

Murtogh D. Guinness Collection in a brand new 4,300 square-foot gallery. Other

areas of the museums distinguished collection include costumes and textiles,

fine art, decorative art, dolls and toys, natural science, geology, paleontology

and anthropology.


restaurants with international cuisine options. These include Caribbean, Hispanic,Indian, Thai, Japanese, Chinese, Vietnamese, Irish, Italian, Greek, New York deli-style,


1:30pm 2:30pm Visit Acorn Hall and experience mid-Victorian splendor at its

best. The house is furnished primarily with pieces from the Schermerhorn and

Crane-Hone families, supplemented with significant objects from other prominent

Morris County families. Carpeting, wall covering and decorative paint techniques

remain as they were in the nineteenth century.

3:00pm 4:00pm Experience Macculloch Hall. Built in 1810, this Federal-style

mansion of more than twenty rooms was home to George Macculloch (best remem-

bered as the Father of the Morris Canal) and five generations of his descendants.

The museum features a collection of 18th and 19th century decorative and fine arts

and is home to the largest collection of works by political cartoonist Thomas Nast.

End your afternoon with a stroll behind Macculloch Hall through one of the oldest

gardens in Morris County.

Tour 3

Take The Kids10:00am 11:30am Through its changing exhibitions, theatre programs and host

of special activities, the Morris Museum is an exciting venue to experience personal

and shared discovery for kids and adults alike. The Museum excels at presenting

programs based on the real things, including exhibits on the human body, rocks

and minerals, mammals, dinosaurs and American Indians. For a list of current and

upcoming kid-focused exhibits, visit www.morrismuseum.org.


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12:30pm 2:00pm Fosterfields Living Historical Farm is a 200-acre farm that

offers educational activities and demonstrations of turn-of-the-century (1920s)

farming methods and life. Visitors are encouraged to participate in various farm-re-

lated activities, such as churning butter, cracking corn and feeding it to the chick-

ens, as well as tending the garden. Staff is dressed in period attire and interprets the

lives and roles of Foster family members, domestics and farm laborers.

2:30pm 3:30pm The Museum of Early Trades and Crafts in Madison,

houses a collection of 18th and 19th century tools and crafts and is devoted to

preserving the history of Madisons craftsmen and artisans. The most popularprograms involve craftspeople - such as carpenters, coopers and blacksmiths -

demonstrating the use of tools in the performance of their professions. Artifacts

on exhibit at the museum include such items as buckets, powder horns, hay forks,

cradle scythes and the ice saws used to cut and collect ice from the surface ponds

in an era before refrigeration.

Tour 4 Shopping10:00am 12:00pm Enjoy shopping in downtown Morristown. Visit Century 21

Department Store, according to Patricia Marx of the New Yorker Magazine, the

Louvre of discount stores. Youll find your favorite designers at 40-75% off retail

prices! Shop for clothing and shoes for the entire family, home furnishings, jewelry,

cosmetics, perfume and leather goods. An easily walkable city, there are many

boutiques and specialty stores around the Morristown Green, including the Shops

at 14 Pine Street, the Simon Gallery, Enjou Chocolat and Glassworks Studio.

12:15pm 1:30pm Enjoy lunch in downtown Morristown, featuring over 75

restaurants with international cuisine options. These include Caribbean, Hispanic,

Indian, Thai, Japanese, Chinese, Vietnamese, Irish, Italian, Greek, New York deli-

style, new American and an Afghani restaurant.

2:00pm 4:30pm Shopping in Historic Chester Village. A quaint village of shops

on Main Street in Historic Chester. Antiques, crafts, artwork, toys and gifts of

all sorts can be found in Chester. There is also a newer mall in Chester, called the

Streets of Chester on Route 206, which features familiar national retailers like

the Gap.

Additional Morris County shopping areas include the Rockaway Townsquare Mall,

the Shoppes at Union Hill in Denville, the Morris County Mall in Cedar Knolls and

the downtown shopping districts of Denville, Chatham, Boonton, Madison and

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MEMBERS

Acorn Hall

Alstede Farms

Arts Council of the Morris Area

Atlantic Health Jets Training Center,practice facility of the New York Jets

Baroque Orchestra of New Jersey

Best Western Morristown Inn

Bistecca

Boonton Historical Society & Museum

Burgdorff Realtors

Butler Museum

Centenary Stage Company

Community Children's Museum

Community Theatre at Mayo Centerfor the Performing Arts

Courtyard by Marriott Hanover

Courtyard by Marriott Parsippany

Crossroads of the American Revolution

Dublin Pub

E + Plus Transportation

Embassy SuitesEnjou Chocolat

Fairfield Inn & Suites

Glassworks Studio, Inc.

Grasshopper Off The Green

Hamilton Park Conference Center

Hampton Inn

Hanover Marriott

Hibiscus

Hilton Garden Inn

Hilton Parsippany

Holiday Inn Hotel, Parsippany

Hyatt Morristown


Innovative Marketing Designs

Irish American Cultural Institute

Kiwanis Club of Randolph

Knoll Country Club

Kommunity Kiosk, Inc.

Macculloch Hall Historical Museumand Gardens

Madison Arts & Culture Alliance

Madison Chamber of Commerce

Madison Hotel

Molly Malone's

Montville Historical Society and Museum

Morris County Board of ChosenFreeholders

Morris County Chamber of Commerce

Morris County Economic Development

Morris County Heritage Commission

Morris County Hispanic-AmericanChamber of Commerce

Morris County Park Commission

Morris Plains Museum

Morristown Craftmarket

Morristown Deli

Morristown Madams, Roller Derby League

Morristown National Historical ParkMorristown Parking Authority

Morristown Partnership

*Advertisers in bold

Morris County Tourism Bureau

Members & Advertisers


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Mount Tabor Historical SocietyMuseum of Early Trades and Crafts

New Jersey Automobile Club

New Jersey Department of State,Division of Travel & Tourism

New Jersey Natural Gas

Obadiah LaTourette Grist and Saw Mill

Olde Mill InnOrigin Thai II

Parrot Mill Inn

Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce

Pazzo Pazzo

PFA Designs, Inc.

Playwrights Theatre of New Jersey

Quality InnRalston Cider Mill

Ramada Conference Center

Residence Inn by Marriott

Rod's Steak & Seafood Grille

Schuyler-Hamilton House

Simon Gallery

Skylands of New Jersey Tourism Council

Somerset County Business PartnershipStickley Museum at Craftsman Farms

Taylored Travel, Inc.

The Grain House

The Masterwork Chorus

The Morris Museum

The Morristown & Morris Township Library

The Morristown ClubThe Neighbour House Bed & Breakfast

The Point at Morristown

The Raritan Inn at Middle Valley

The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey

The Shops at 14 Pine Street

The Westin Governor Morris/

Copeland RestaurantThe Write Direction

TransOptions, Inc.

Ukrainian American Cultural Centerof New Jersey

Whippany Railway Museum

Whistling Swan Inn

Wightman's Farms, Inc.

James Gilbert

Jean L. Rich

Paige and Elizabeth LHommedieu

John T. Cunningham

Marion O. Harris, Morris County Trust for Historic PreservationAllison Deeb, Morristown Town Council

Katherine Laud, Homeless Solutions

FRIENDS


Members & Advertisers

*Advertisers in bold


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Ellwood Kerkeslager,Madison Arts & Culture Alliance

Carrie Fellows,Morris County Heritage Commission

William Leavens,Musconetcong Watershed Association

William Primus,

Urban LeagueDenise Lanza,Morris County Park Commission

Michelle Mount,New Jersey Automobile Club

Cate Litvack,Crossroads of the American Revolution

Kim Tauriello,Morris Museum

Robert C. DeBartolo,The Westin Governor Morris

Francis Alai,Attorney

France Delle Donne,

Morristown PartnershipPaul Boudreau,Morris County Chamber of Commerce

Anne Aronovitch,Arts Council of the Morris Area

STAFF:

Leslie Bensley, Executive Director

Carol Anton, Membership and Program Manager

Deidre Schunk, Information and Office Manager

Carol Barkin, Membership and Program Coordinator

Jan Barrett, Finance

Congressman Rodney Frelinghuysen, Honorary Chairman

Randy W. Turner, Advisory Board

Patricia J. Maynard, Advisory Board

Jack Schrier, Freeholder Liaison

We make every effort to be sure the information is listed properly.

Please use the contact information to verify dates, times and places.

BOARD MEMBERS



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