The spirit of 1825 returned to Morristown on Sunday, as Morris County and local officials joined residents, special guests and history enthusiasts in a series of events to honor the bicentennial of Gen. Marquis de Lafayette’s Farewell Tour in the United States. Lafayette, a French hero of the American Revolution, was celebrated as a “Guest…
Weeklong Events Celebrate Revolutionary War Hero’s Legacy Morristown will play a key role this week in a national commemoration of General Marquis de Lafayette’s 1825 Farewell Tour, hosting a series of public events, reenactments and tributes from July 8–14 to mark the bicentennial of his return visit to the United States and honor his legacy in the fight…
Celebrate History and Network at the 250th Networking Breakfast Get ready to connect, collaborate, and celebrate at the 250th Networking Breakfast, a unique event hosted by the Morris County Economic Development Alliance & Tourism Bureau in partnership with the Morris County 250th Celebration Committee. This special breakfast will take place at the iconic Mayo Performing…
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…
