Explore 30 Historic Sites in 22 Towns During a Free, Family Weekend – May 3–4, 2025 The Pathways of History Tour will return for its 16th year on May 3 and 4, 2025, inviting residents and visitors to explore 30 historic sites across Morris County. This free, family-friendly event provides a unique opportunity to experience the rich heritage of…
A special celebration for Black History Month will be observed by the Battleship New Jersey on Thursday when newly donated artifacts are unveiled from Adm. J. Paul Reason, the first Black four-star admiral in U.S. history. Besides other postings, Adm. Reason was a flag officer on the USS New Jersey. The unveiling of the artifacts…
The Women’s Association for Morristown Medical Center has found another diamond in the rough. Wildfair, a 250-year-old estate on 33 acres in Chester, has been chosen for this year’s Mansion in May. After 50 years and 20 mansions, the association’s springtime show houses are an eagerly anticipated tradition– and the signature fundraiser for the nonprofit, which has raised…
“Art in the Atrium” Exhibit of African American Art Planned for Juneteenth The Morris County Board of County Commissioners officially proclaimed February 2025 as Black History Month last night, encouraging residents to celebrate the achievements and lasting impact of African Americans in Morris County and across the nation. “We take great pride in recognizing the invaluable contributions of African Americans…
The Morris County Historic Preservation Trust Fund is now accepting grant applications for 2025 funding. The deadline to apply is Friday, March 28, 2025, and a Declaration of Intent is due by Friday, Feb. 28, 2025. The Morris County Office of Planning and Preservation will host a Grant Application Workshop on Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025, from 7 to 8 p.m. via WebEx. The…
The Marquis de Lafayette, the famous French general who helped turn things around for the Continental Army 250 years ago, will take a victory lap in Morristown this summer. A parade will commemorate an 1825 Morristown visit by Lafayette, who at that time was the last living general of the American Revolution. There also will be…
Morris County Commissioner Deputy Director Stephen H. Shaw yesterday presented a Historic Preservation plaque to Madison Mayor Robert H. Conley, recognizing the preservation of the 200-year-old Madison Masonic Lodge. The Federal-style brick building, supported by nearly $700,000 in county preservation funding since 2020, will soon transition into a community hub for seniors and local organizations, ensuring its legacy endures for future generations. In…
Morris County’s 39 municipalities are home to a fascinating tapestry of historic sites recognized on the state and national level for their significance. Some famous, some little know, together they preserve the story of the people, industries, and culture that shaped our community. In this blog series, MCHS highlights the sites to be found in…
In honor of Día de Los Muertos, or the Day of the Dead, the Morris County Office of Planning and Preservation acknowledged last year’s launch of an interactive ArcGIS StoryMap© of Morris County cemeteries with a trip to the Orchard Street Cemetery and Gatehouse in Dover. The Orchard Street Cemetery Gatehouse, built around 1875, is the latest historical site to benefit from the…
