WE ARE SO EXCITED ABOUT THE ADDITION OF A COUPLE OF EVENTS ON THE CALENDAR INCLUDING A CONCERT WITH A REAL, 1960's GARAGE BAND -- AND ANNOUNCING OUR HOLIDAY FUN DAY FOR KIDS AND ADULTS!
UPCOMING TALKS:
UPCOMING TALKS:
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 9TH: "THE HISTORY OF THE D&R CANAL" Canal Historian and Author Linda Barth weaves the story of how the Delaware & Raritan Canal meandered across New Jersey, becoming one of America’s most successful towpath canals, carrying more tonnage in 1866 than even the Erie Canal. Johnson & Johnson, Roebling, and Fleischmann’s Distillery all had their start along the D&R which now provides people of central New Jersey with both a water supply and an amazing recreational facility. This companion talk is beneficial for all those wishing to join us for our D&R Canal Canoe Paddle on Sunday October 4th or our Bus Tour of the D&R Canal on November 4th. Hunterdon Coounty Library Main Branch. This talk is free. Reservations recommended. Refreshments follow. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-history-of-the-dr-canal-tickets-49273622732
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SUNDAY MORNING, OCTOBER 14TH: SPECIAL CANOE TRIP ON THE D&R CANAL: WE STILL HAVE ROOM FOR A FEW MORE! Meet at the Prallsville Mill, Risler Street (Route 29), Stockton, at 9 am. The Hunterdon County Parks Department will shuttle you to Bulls Island, provide life vests, paddles, canoes and instruction. You will enjoy a gentle paddle on the Canal, enjoying the fall foliage and some great nature. The fall is the best time to canoe the D&R Canal -- it is truly beautiful. The group will paddle back to the Prallsville Mill where you will enjoy a sandwich lunch. After lunch, you are welcome to stay for the private tour of the Prallsville Mill or leave. If you are staying for the tour, please make a separate reservation on Eventbrite's link below. Reservations are required for the canoe trip. The trip is limited to 12 people. $25 per person includes snack, water, lunch, all equipment, instruction and trip. Payment is due at the time you make reservation payable to the Hunterdon 300th and mailed to 3 Chorister Place, Flemington, NJ 08822. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/special-canoe-trip-on-the-dr-canal-tickets-50582275949
SUNDAY AFTERNOON, OCTOBER 14TH: TOUR AND TALK AT THE PRALLSVILLE MILL: Stockton, Route 29. 1 pm. The unique, 10-building historic complex includes an 1877 grist mill, a 1790 linseed oil mill, an 1850 saw mill, a 1900 grain silo and the Prall House, a late 1700's residence that is considered one of New Jersey's most significant early dwellings. Free. Reservations required so that the docent knows how many are coming. Refreshments follow. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tour-of-the-prallsville-mills-tickets-50582130514
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 23RD: "THE HISTORY OF ROUND VALLEY RESERVOIR": County Historian and author of the book "Beneath These Waters" returns for the spell binding tale of politics, intrigue, crime, and loss as the government seized private property. Free. This talk is a "companion lecture must" before viewing The Town That Disappeared Overnight on November 18th. County Library Headquarters Reservations recommended. Refreshments follow. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-history-of-round-valley-reservoir-tickets-50582058298
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 4TH: BUS TOUR OF THE D&R CANAL FROM BULLS ISLAND TO TRENTON - details to be announced.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 10TH: SPECIAL VETERANS DAY TALK: "HUNTERDON COUNTY 100 YEARS AGO DURING THE GREAT WAR"
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 18TH: AN AFTERNOON AT THE MOVIES: "THE TOWN THAT DISAPPEARED OVERNIGHT" (PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS WAS ORIGINALLY SCHEDULED FOR SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 17TH)
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 4TH: "THE HISTORY OF THE MUSCONETCONG RIVER"
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 15TH: HOLIDAY FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY! Come with the kiddos or just yourself!
10 AM TO 2 PM: CHILDREN, TWEENS, TEENS (AND YES, YOU, TOO, MOM/DAD) CAN MAKE A BRACELET WITH THE HISTORIC ROPE MACHINE: choose different colors of yarns and make an amazing bracelet to keep or give as a gift! You pick the yarn and turn the crank handle and the machine twists and turns and knits the yarn into a colorful and interesting piece of jewelry! FREE.
11 AM TO NOON: Teacher and Historian Janice Armstrong will be with us for CHILDREN'S HISTORICAL CRAFTS AND GAMES: Corn Husk Toys, Lenape Medicine Pouch and more…. your children can create a toy out of cornhusks just like children would have in the 1800’s. They can make their own Lenape Medicine Pouch to fill with tiny treasures. For children ages 6-12 years old. FREE.
10 AM TO 4:30 PM: Meanwhile, adults can shop their hearts content with our annual Holiday sale where we offer blowout prices on merchandise and have items that are classics for holiday gifts. An amazing goody basket will also be up for grabs that day and we will be serving free hot chocolate, lemonade and fabulous cookies and snacks all day.
2PM TO 4:15 PM: MOVIE SHOWING "IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE": Following our festivities, join us for a special holiday showing of "Its a Wonderful Life" starring Jimmy Stewart and Donna Reed in Frank Capra's classic. "Water, Water Everywhere" indeed! -- this classic film opens up with our hero pondering if his life is worth living on a historical truss bridge over churning water in a small town called Bedford Falls.... The inspiration for this was our very own Califon Borough and their gorgeous, restored historic truss bridge! The villain of the story, Mr. Potter, creates a depressing vision of a residential development called "Pottersville" -- perhaps taken from nearby Potterstown.... Free hot chocolate, lemonade and treats will be available. FREE.
Come for the sale, goodies, music and crafts and stay for a holiday classic with deep Hunterdon roots! Our holiday gift to you!
Main Branch, Hunterdon County Library, Route 12. Festivities start at 10 am and end at 4:30 pm.
OUR GREAT FRIEND, JANICE GROVER, OWNER OF GROVER GLOBAL FOOD MARKETING IN EAST AMWELL, HAS DONATED FABULOUSLY DELICIOUS ITALIAN COOKIES FOR ALL OF OUR TALKS THRU THE END OF 2018. COME FOR THE COOKIES AND STAY FOR THE LECTURE! THANK YOU, JANICE!!
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NOW ON DISPLAY AT THE RED MILL MUSEUM VILLAGE:
Clinton, NJ: The Red Mill Museum Village is proudly announces the opening of our brand new exhibit: The Sound of the Times: The Michael Molnar Collection
This new exhibit highlighs the radio, one of the most important inventions of the 20th century. A collection of antique and vintage radios is on loan to the Museum from collector and radio enthusiast Michael Molnar, who has been collecting for over 30 years. He has co-curated this very special exhibit which traces the evolution of radio and shares stories of the cultural impact it had on society.
For enjoyment, visitors can listen to a radio from over 70 years ago, hearing the sounds of the time. Ever wonder how was radio different from today? Try to tune a radio from a hundred years ago and find out for yourself! Relive the Golden Age of Radio by visiting this amazing collection, currently on display on the 2nd floor of the Mill through March 2019.
This exhibition was made possible thanks to funding generously provided by the Astle-Alpaugh Family Foundation.
For more information including hours and admission, please visit https://theredmill.org/
NOW ON DISPLAY... IN PENNSYLVANIA!
Our great friend and favorite Vexologist, Richard Pierce, has curated a new exhibit. Although the exhibit is across the river in New Hope, Richard is pure Hunterdon County!! You can see some fine American flags from Richard's collection in the Eastlake Room of the Parry Mansion located at 45 S. Main Street, New Hope. Richard Pierce has assembled an extraordinary collection of rare and important flags that has been displayed in museums throughout the country. The exhibit is ope to the public on Saturdays and Sundays from 1 to 5 pm through November 18th.
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 12TH: UNION FORGE HERITAGE ASSOCIATION PRESENTS VICTORIAN MOURNING CUSTOMS: Explore the arts and culture of Victorian mourning customs with illustrated talks and a presentation of period artifacts. 8 to 9 pm. 117 Van Syckel's Road, Hampton. $5 per person. Reservations please email the Union Forge Heritage Association
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 12TH: RED MILL MUSEUM VILLAGE TO HOST ANNUAL HAUNTED VILLAGE:
The famous Haunted Village at the Red Mill Museum Village is back for its 28th season of scares! The ghouls are ready and waiting in our maze, terror trail, haunted hayride, vortex, and haunted Red Mill to terrify our visitors. You may just have to Run for Your Life to survive!
The box office is open each night from 5pm to 10pm and the attraction opens after dark at approximately 7:00pm. Visit The Red Mill Haunted Village's website for ticketing and more information.
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 12TH: RED MILL MUSEUM VILLAGE TO HOST ANNUAL HAUNTED VILLAGE:
The famous Haunted Village at the Red Mill Museum Village is back for its 28th season of scares! The ghouls are ready and waiting in our maze, terror trail, haunted hayride, vortex, and haunted Red Mill to terrify our visitors. You may just have to Run for Your Life to survive!
The box office is open each night from 5pm to 10pm and the attraction opens after dark at approximately 7:00pm. Visit The Red Mill Haunted Village's website for ticketing and more information.
SATURDAY OCTOBER 13TH: CELEBRATING 100 YEARS OF CALIFON! Walking tours of Califon's historic district will be offered Saturday morning at 10AM and 12PM. This interesting and educational tour will visit the Nellie Hoffman House, the Cabin by the River, the Califon Train Station and the 2nd floor of Rambo's Country Store. Guests are also welcome to stop by the Califon Historical Society Museum at the Califon Train Station, as well as the Nellie Hoffman House and the Cabin by the River on their own. The Califon Public School, also celebrating its 100th birthday in 2018, will also be offering an Open House and tours of the school between 10 AM – 1 PM. Stop by for refreshments, meet teachers and students and see all that is happening at Califon School in 2018! Following the tours, all are welcomed to gather at Califon Island Park at 2PM for the 100th Anniversary Ceremony. Mayor, Charles Daniel, along with several guest speakers, will speak about Califon's history. The time capsule, buried in the park 25 years ago, will be opened and a new one will replace it. Guests will also be able to enjoy a classic car show and music provided DJ Doug.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 13TH: UNION FORGE HERITAGE ASSOCIATION - VICTORIAN MOURNING CUSTOMS: Explore the arts and culture of Victorian mourning customs with illustrated talks and a presentation of period artifacts. 1pm to 3pm. 117 Van Syckel's Road, Hampton $5 per person.
Reservations please email the Union Forge Heritage Association
Reservations please email the Union Forge Heritage Association
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 13TH: RED MILL MUSEUM VILLAGE TO HOST ANNUAL HAUNTED VILLAGE:
The famous Haunted Village at the Red Mill Museum Village is back for its 28th season of scares! The ghouls are ready and waiting in our maze, terror trail, haunted hayride, vortex, and haunted Red Mill to terrify our visitors. You may just have to Run for Your Life to survive!
The box office is open each night from 5pm to 10pm and the attraction opens after dark at approximately 7:00pm. Visit The Red Mill Haunted Village's website for ticketing and more information.
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 14TH: HUNTERDON HISTORICAL SOCIETY'S ANNUAL UNIQUE AND RARE BOOK SALE: 9 am to 2 pm. http://www.hunterdon300th.org/events/HunterdonHistoricalSociety/Pressbooksale2018.pdf
The famous Haunted Village at the Red Mill Museum Village is back for its 28th season of scares! The ghouls are ready and waiting in our maze, terror trail, haunted hayride, vortex, and haunted Red Mill to terrify our visitors. You may just have to Run for Your Life to survive!
The box office is open each night from 5pm to 10pm and the attraction opens after dark at approximately 7:00pm. Visit The Red Mill Haunted Village's website for ticketing and more information.
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 14TH: HUNTERDON HISTORICAL SOCIETY'S ANNUAL UNIQUE AND RARE BOOK SALE: 9 am to 2 pm. http://www.hunterdon300th.org/events/HunterdonHistoricalSociety/Pressbooksale2018.pdf
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 19TH: RED MILL MUSEUM VILLAGE TO HOST ANNUAL HAUNTED VILLAGE:
The famous Haunted Village at the Red Mill Museum Village is back for its 28th season of scares! The ghouls are ready and waiting in our maze, terror trail, haunted hayride, vortex, and haunted Red Mill to terrify our visitors. You may just have to Run for Your Life to survive!
The box office is open each night from 5pm to 10pm and the attraction opens after dark at approximately 7:00pm. Visit The Red Mill Haunted Village's website for ticketing and more information.
The famous Haunted Village at the Red Mill Museum Village is back for its 28th season of scares! The ghouls are ready and waiting in our maze, terror trail, haunted hayride, vortex, and haunted Red Mill to terrify our visitors. You may just have to Run for Your Life to survive!
The box office is open each night from 5pm to 10pm and the attraction opens after dark at approximately 7:00pm. Visit The Red Mill Haunted Village's website for ticketing and more information.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 20TH: READINGTON MUSEUMS BARN DANCE: 7pm - 9:30pm
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 20TH: UNION FORGE HERITAGE ASSOCIATION - HEARTH AND HOME COLONIAL COOKING DEOMONSTRATION & VINTAGE GARMENT DISPLAYS: Watch as we prepare Colonial fare by the newly restored fireplace and then tour the formal parlor and see a display of our recently acquired vintage garments from the 1830s - 1920s. 12pm - 4pm, 117 Van Syckel's Road, Hampton. $7 per person at the door. For additional information please email the Union Forge Heritage Association
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 20TH: RED MILL MUSEUM VILLAGE TO HOST ANNUAL HAUNTED VILLAGE:
The famous Haunted Village at the Red Mill Museum Village is back for its 28th season of scares! The ghouls are ready and waiting in our maze, terror trail, haunted hayride, vortex, and haunted Red Mill to terrify our visitors. You may just have to Run for Your Life to survive!
The box office is open each night from 5pm to 10pm and the attraction opens after dark at approximately 7:00pm. Visit The Red Mill Haunted Village's website for ticketing and more information.
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 28TH: TAKE ME TO CHURCH WALKING TOURS: Co-Sponsored by the Calvary Episcopal Church and Hunterdon Historical Society. 1pm to 3:30pm (rain or shine). Church historians will share the rich history of each of the local houses of worship:
- Calvary Episcopal Church
- Flemington United Methodist Church
- Flemington American Baptist Church
- Flemington Presbyterian Church
Suggested donation for tour is $5.00; tickets and tours begin HCHS Doric House, 114 Main St., Flemington.
Proceeds go to the local food pantry.
For more information, visit the Hunterdon County Historical Society’s website at or call 908-782-1091
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