CAN YOU BELIEVE IT IS ALREADY MAY! There are so many American Revolutionary War events planned for the rest of this 250th year it is dizzying!
We are down to our last few dozen calendars which includes a 2027 blank calendar for your use. You can still find them during office hours at County Clerk Mary Melfi's office on Main Street in Flemington, or at any of our talks. Once they are gone, they are gone. This is a great commemorative item highlighting the huge event calendar of America's 250th birthday in Hunterdon County, and you get next year's calendar to start planning your year!
We start a new three-part series on continental commerce and conclude our three-part series on Loyalists. We have two walking tours of cemeteries with Revolutionary War hero graves, and there are two walking tours of different hamlets in historic and beautiful Tewksbury Township.
We also have a special treat to hear a talk of the history of one of the oldest, pre-Revolutionary War churches in our County, and the ONLY one standing as it did in 1776, Saint Thomas' Church. Following the talk, we will be treated to refreshments provided by the parish. This church is on the National Register of Historic Places.
There are some huge events listed below, including a Cider Festival for a fun-filled and relaxing evening in early June where we will celebrate, eat, drink, sing and Huzzah at Melick's Town Farm in Oldwick. We have two more Liberty Pole Raisings, an enormous County parade in downtown Flemington, two special readings of the Declaration of Independence -- one a re-enactment at the Hunterdon County Historic Courthouse on Main Street in Flemington, the other sponsored by the Hunterdon County Board of Commissioners at Deer Path Park which will be followed by a patriotic concert and then fabulous fireworks. It will be a historic night in Hunterdon!
And make sure you check out all of the special events below from our historic partners. There are tours, music, talks and more. Remember, red titles are American Revolution themed, otherwise they are listed in blue.
FROM THE HUNTERDON 300TH
THURSDAY, MAY 7TH: “THE PROPRIETORS” (1674-1720): Historian and real-life West Jersey Proprietor, David R. Reading will present three lectures for the nation’s 250th anniversary that gives an historical perspective of Hunterdon’s history inspired by three generations of his ancestors. From proprietorship to the growth and prosperity of the colonial period culminating with a narrative of Hunterdon’s role in attempting to solve the supply problems of the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War, Dave will share a unique and personal perspective of the American Revolution.
Part 1: The Proprietors (1674-1720) covers from the start of the proprietary period in 1764 through the first 18 years as a British colony. Featuring John Reading, Sr. who was a participant in much of this history as a founding member of the Council of West New Jersey Proprietors and early settler of Hunterdon County.
Main Branch of the County Library, Route 12, Flemington. Free. Reservations required. Free refreshments follow.
SATURDAY, MAY 9TH: WALKING TOUR OF MOUNTAINVILLE: This is such a wonderful tour during Spring. Mountainville in the Spring is like a postcard! Come hear the history of what was originally known as Bulls Head, where the confluence of 3 streams allowed Mountainville in Tewksbury Township to take advantage of the power of water and where the Potter family became an influential family. We’ll see the former one-room school, the local general store and post office, the hotel, the former Kitchen Caboodle cooking school and the site of a former tannery. Tour led by Tewksbury Township Historian Shaun Van Doren.
RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. Tour limited to 20 guests. Rain date Saturday, May 23rd, 10 am.
Meet at the Tewksbury Historical Society, 60 Water Street (use Lebanon, NJ 08833 for GPS). 10 am to noon.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/walking-tour-of-mountainville-tickets-1985216791865?aff=oddtdtcreator
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hunterdon-loyalists-part-iii-the-aftermath-tickets-1985210238263?aff=oddtdtcreator
SATURDAY, MAY 16TH: RAISING OF THE LIBERTY POLE IN (1776) TEWKSBURY TOWNSHIP: In 1776, Tewksbury Township was comprised of a territory that included our modern Tewksbury Township plus Califon Borough. In 2026, we will be raising a Liberty Pole -- a secret marker known to Patriots as a safe place to talk about the Revolution -- at the Tewksbury Ballfields (behind the Library) where we will be joined by the elected officials (invited) of those municipalities. Join us and some of our Colonial re-enactors for an event full of patriotism, merriment, music, and cake for this family friendly, fun and educational outdoor celebration of America's 250th. HUZZAH!
Rain or shine. 1 pm. Free. No reservations required.
Liberty Pole raisings are planned for Lebanon Township, Readington Township, Bethlehem Township, Amwell (East Amwell Township), and Alexandria Township.
SATURDAY, MAY 16TH: WALKING TOUR OF HISTORIC OLDWICK: Oldwick is on the New Jersey and National Registers of Historic Places, and on this tour with Tewksbury Historian Shaun Van Doren, we will see over a dozen different types of architecture employed on Oldwick’s historic business and residential buildings. What we know today as Oldwick used to be called New Germantown until 1918, when anti-German sentiment caused the name to be changed to Oldwick. The reason behind the name Oldwick is that wick means village and since at the time of the change the village was old, it was named Oldwick, meaning old village. Prior to New Germantown, the village was named Smithfield, after its principal resident Ralph Smith. This is a wonderful tour of one of Hunterdon's very special hamlets that you won't want to miss!
Free but Reservations are required. Approximately 2 hours.
Meet/Park at Cold Brook Preserve, Route 517, Oldwick at 3 pm.
Walk limited to 20 people.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/walking-tour-of-oldwick-tickets-1985217100789?aff=oddtdtcreator
SUNDAY, MAY 17th: TOUR AND HISTORY OF SAINT THOMAS EPISCOPAL CHURCH, AN 18th CENTURY NATIONAL TREASURE: Join us for this very special afternoon of history, architecture and fellowship. One of only two churches in Hunterdon during the American Revolution, Saint Thomas Episcopal Church was put on the National Register of Historic Places in 1977 both for its history and for its simple but beautiful architecture. Following the talk, St. Thomas Church members will be hosting a special reception for us.
Free but reservations are required. Limited to 75 guests.
3pm, 98 Sky Manor Road, Pittstown, NJ 08867.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tour-history-of-st-thomas-church-an-18th-century-national-treasure-tickets-1985217593262?aff=oddtdtcreator
THURSDAY, May 21ST: “1778: THE ROADS TO MONMOUTH” Following the British evacuation of Philadelphia, Washington’s army departed Valley Forge, reoccupied Philadelphia, and set off to harass Crown forces as they crossed New Jersey fleeing to Manhattan Island. That pursuit crossed Hunterdon County on the way to the battle at Monmouth Court House, but what route(s) were taken to get to Hopewell? Join historian John Allen as he explores the options.
7 pm, Main Branch of the County Library, Route 12, Flemington.
Free. Reservations required. Free refreshments follow.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1778-the-roads-to-monmouth-tickets-1985217933279?aff=oddtdtcreator
THURSDAY, MAY 28TH: “THE IMPORTANCE OF PITTSTOWN TO GEORGE WASHINGTON”: Moore Furman (1728–1808) was a prominent Revolutionary War figure, merchant, and first mayor of Trenton who developed a 700-acre estate in Pittstown, Hunterdon County, NJ. During the war, he served as Deputy Quartermaster General, using his Pittstown properties—including a mill and tavern—as a critical supply depot for the Continental Army. He was a trusted associate and key logistical agent for George Washington during the Revolutionary War. Join Historian Don Sherblom as he shares the importance of this patriot and his town to the American Revolution and Washington's army.
7 pm. North Branch of the County Library, Clinton, NJ. Free. Reservations required. Free refreshments follow.
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THURSDAY, JUNE 4TH: “COLONIAL HUNTERDON COUNTY (1720-1774)”: Historian and real-life West Jersey Proprietor, David R. Reading will present three lectures for the nation’s 250th anniversary that gives an historical perspective of Hunterdon’s history inspired by three generations of his ancestors. From proprietorship to the growth and prosperity of the colonial period culminating with a narrative of Hunterdon’s role in attempting to solve the supply problems of the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War, Dave will share a unique and personal perspective of the American Revolution.
Part II: Dave Reading provides a fascinating overview of the settlement, economic development, and rising rebellious environment of the County during the period between proprietorship and statehood. This was a period where the colonies served the Mercantile interests of the British. An example of how that economic system contributed to the unrest leading the revolution is illustrated by the rise and fall of the Squires Point Forge in the Musconetcong Valley which began in 1760 and ended in an incident of armed rebellion in 1773.
7 pm, Main Branch of the County Library, Route 12, Flemington.
Free. Reservations required. Free refreshments follow.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/colonal-hunterdn-county-1720-1774-tickets-1988528782117?aff=oddtdtcreator
SATURDAY, JUNE 6TH: RAISING OF LIBERTY POLE IN ALEXANDRIA TOWNSHIP: In 1776, Alexandria Township was comprised of a territory that included our modern Alexandria Township, Holland Township, Milford Borough, and a portion of Frenchtown Borough. In 2026, we will be raising a Liberty Pole -- a secret marker known to Patriots as a safe place to talk about the Revolution -- at the Alexandria Township Park where we will be joined by the elected officials (invited) of those municipalities. Join us and some of our Colonial re-enactors for an event full of patriotism, merriment, music, and cake for this family friendly, fun and educational outdoor celebration of America's 250th. HUZZAH!
Rain or shine. 10 am. Free. No reservations required. 242 Little York-Mt. Pleasant Road Milford, NJ 08848.
Liberty Pole raisings are planned for Lebanon Township, Readington Township, Bethlehem Township, and Amwell (East Amwell Township).
SATURDAY JUNE 6TH: AN (OUTDOOR) COLONIAL TAVERN EXPERIENCE WITH HARD CIDER, FOOD, AND LIVE MUSIC: Eat, drink and Huzzah like a real patriot! Hard Cider, delectable food including pulled pork, chicken, sides and more, and Live Music featuring Colonial Drinking Songs. These songs would have been heard in taverns across the colonies throughout the colonial era. Raise a glass and join in! Musicians Anne and Ridley Enslow present a rousing concert of drinking songs, jolly toasts, huzzahs and entertaining tales!
Ticket price includes snacks, a dinner of pulled pork, chicken, sides, rolls, dessert, and a drink ticket for your choice of a can of hard cider or a glass of wine or sweet cider, plus a live music performance. Additional drinks available for purchase.
Melick’s Town Farm at the Cider Mill's Pavilion, 19 King Street, Oldwick, NJ 08858. 5 to 730 pm.
$35 per adult in advance; $40 per adult at the door; $25 for children 12 and under.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/an-outdoor-colonial-tavern-experience-tickets-1985558388590?aff=oddtdtcreator
THURSDAY, JUNE 11TH: JUST IN TIME FOR FLAG DAY! "THE FLAGS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION": Celebrate Flag Day with the 300th! Flag historian and expert, Richard Pierce, presents new research with a terrific lecture and powerpoint show. We remember "Don't Tread on Me" and Betsy Ross' flag, but there was no single recognized flag in 1776 -- every colony and militia seemed to have their own. This is the place to be for all loyal patriots on Flag Day!
North Branch of the County Library; 7 pm; Refreshments follow; Free.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-flags-of-the-american-revolution-tickets-1988530101062?aff=oddtdtcreator
SUNDAY, JUNE 14TH: HUNTERDON COUNTY PARADE! CELEBRATE 250 YEARS OF INDEPENDENCE ON FLAG DAY: Floats, Revolutionary War Militias, Bag Pipes, marching bands, historical organizations, First Responders, and so much more! Join us for this huge parade celebrating our freedom from tyranny!
Rain or shine. 2 pm, Main Street, Flemington
THURSDAY, JUNE 25TH: "TAYLOR'S MILL: THE MILL THAT FED WASHNGTON'S TROOPS": Join Pat Fisher-Olsen, President of the Friends of Taylor's Mill: as she discusses the history of the mill and the challenges in preserving and protecting its structural remains. Located in Readington Township on the edge of Tewskbury, this mill played an important role in the Revolution as a grain supplier for Washington’s Army, and remains significant for its importance to local history, for studying early patterns of industry and commerce, for studying the architecture of early mills, and for understanding the importance of local business in support of the military effort during the Revolution. The Taylor’s Mill Historic District was added to both the State and National Registers of Historic Places in 1992 and currently is on the list of Preservation NJ as one of the 10 most Endangered Historic Structures in NJ.
7pm. Main Branch of the County Library. Free. Reservations required. Free refreshments follow.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/taylors-mill-the-mill-that-fed-washngtons-troops-tickets-1988736757176?aff=oddtdtcreator
SATURDAY, JUNE 27TH: PLEASANT RIDGE CEMETERY REVOLUTIONARY GRAVES MEET-UP: Pleasant Ridge Cemetery is only a little more than 100 years old, but it actually started as a burial ground in the early 1700s. The oldest headstone that can be read is dated 1745.
Hunterdon 300th's own David Smisek will lead you to see some of the many notables buried here, such as Governor John Reading Jr., the first from New Jersey native to rule the province. Buried with his wife near where the old church stood, he died at 81 in 1767. There are several Revolutionary war soldiers, the most famous of whom is Captain (later Colonel) John Schenck of Flemington, who led a company at the Battle of Monmouth but is more famous locally as leader of the Amwell Militia against the British cavalry in the so-called “Skirmish at Geary's Ridge" or the "Amwell Skirmish.” It was the only clash between American and British troops to occur within the current boundaries of Hunterdon County.
The cemetery is located at 111 Old York Road, CR 514, Ringoes, NJ 08851.
10 am. Free. Reservations are required. Limited to 20 guests.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pleasant-ridge-cemetery-revolutionary-graves-meet-up-tickets-1988653737863?aff=oddtdtcreator
SUNDAY. JUNE 28TH: ROSEMONT CEMETERY REVOLUTIONARY WAR GRAVES MEET-UP: Looking for a story with a good plot? Well, how about a plot with a good story!
Join Hunterdon County Historical Society Administrator Dave Harding on a walking tour of Rosemont Cemetery. Dave will share stories about a number of denizens buried there including Captain Daniel Bray (later General), who was among several officers who collected all the boats on the upper Delaware River and hid them from the British troops snapping at the heels of General George Washington in late 1776.
The cemetery is located at 100 Kingwood-Stockton Road in Rosemont.
2 pm. Free. Reservations are required. Limited to 20 guests.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rosemont-cemetery-revolutionary-war-graves-meet-up-tickets-1988652452017?aff=oddtdtcreator
THURSDAY, JULY 2ND: SUPPLYING THE CONTINENTAL ARMY (1775-1782): Historian and real-life West Jersey Proprietor, David R. Reading will present three lectures for the nation’s 250th anniversary that gives an historical perspective of Hunterdon’s history inspired by three generations of his ancestors. From proprietorship to the growth and prosperity of the colonial period culminating with a narrative of Hunterdon’s role in attempting to solve the supply problems of the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War, Dave will share a unique and personal perspective of the American Revolution.
Part III: Historian David Reading recounts the problems the supply system overseen by Congress in four stages of change leading to the centralization of the national government, and how Hunterdon men such as Moore Furman, Charles Steward, Thomas Lowery, and Thomas Reading participated in the supply system throughout the war.
7 pm, Main Branch of the County Library, Route 12, Flemington.
Free. Reservations required. Free refreshments follow.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/supplying-the-continental-army-1775-1782-tickets-1988655974553?aff=oddtdtcreator
MONDAY, JULY 6TH: HUNTERDON COUNTY RUG ARTISANS GUILD EXHIBIT RECEPTION AND SHOW AND TELL: Come see the amazing hooked rugs created by the Hunterdon County Rug Artisans Guild. This exhibit includes portraits, scenes, flags, and more all denoting iconic images of the American Revolution. The Hunterdon 300th will host a reception for the artisans following a "show and tell" o/f some of these beautiful rugs.
7 pm, Main Branch of the County Library, Route 12, Flemington.
Free. Reservations required.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hunterdon-county-rug-artisans-guild-exhibit-reception-and-show-and-tell-tickets-1988588136648?aff=oddtdtcreator
WEDNESDAY, JULY 8TH: RE-ENACTMENT OF THE 2nd PUBLIC READING OF THE DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE IN 1776:
Join us for a dramatic reenactment and reading of the document that created a nation followed by an impassioned speech on freedom and independence by Revolutionary War hero Ned Hector.
2:30 pm. Hunterdon County Historic Courthouse steps, Main Street, Flemington, NJ.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 8TH: HUNTERDON COUNTY CELEBRATION OF OUR NATION'S 250TH BIRTHDAY: Music, fireworks, food trucks, re-enactors, and so much more will create a PARTY at Deer Path Park! Pack a picnic or grab your dinner from a food truck, the park will be alive with festivities and fun! Come early for the best spots; bring a blanket or lawn chairs. Wear red, white and blue and celebrate America! A dramatic reading of the Declaration of Independence by Revolutionary War hero Ned Hector will be followed by a rousing concert of patriotic music by the amazing Hunterdon Symphony. When the conductor's baton drops for the last time, the county will launch the largest and most spectacular fireworks display Hunterdon County has ever seen, making our own history that night. Come and be part of this magical, spectacular, patriotic celebration.
Deer Path Park, 120 West Woodschurch Road, Flemington
FROM OUR PARTNERS
SATURDAY, MAY 9TH: HUNTERDON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY PRESENTS A SPECIAL WALKING TOUR OF FLEMINGTON: Take a step back in time and join us on Saturday, May 9 at 11 a.m. for a special then-and-now walking tour of Flemington as we use the photographs of Asher Stryker to explore the town and how it looked 120 years ago compared to today. Hear the stories of the fascinating people and places of Flemington told by long-time resident resident Peter Goodell as we show the pictures and look at the real thing as it stands today. Tour is free to HCHS members; $10 for non-members. To register: email: hunterdonhistoryadm@gmail.com
SATURDAY, MAY 9TH: “CELEBRATE 250: MUSIC OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION" with Anne and Ridley Enslow. 2pm Hunterdon County Library, Main Branch, Route 12, Flemington.
Free. Reservations required.
SATURDAY, MAY 9TH: PRALLSVILLE MILL: "WHAT COLONIAL WOMEN WORE": The Delaware River Mill Society-Prallsville Mills Conservancy in Stockton's new Executive Director Kimberly D. Praria will speak in the historic Grist Mill. The talk entitled, "What Colonial Women Wore" explores the common clothing worn by women during the American War for Independence with a show-and-tell of reproduction and original garments.Kimberly has researched women’s lives of the American Revolution and often portrays a ‘country woman’ at public reenactments to highlight the impact of the war on the surrounding communities. She has studied historic costume as part of telling that story of the everyday people during that era.
Guest historic costume collector Nicole Frederick will also be joining us for the program. She will have two gowns from her personal collection to show some of the finer garments women wore during the later 18th century, including one that underwent creative restructuring to create a silhouette typical of the 1840s. Here is your extra special opportunity to learn about general styles and cloth and then to see some originals first hand.
2 pm. The Prallsville Mill, 33 Risler St, Stockton, NJ 08559. The suggested donation for the Speaker’s Series is $10 per person and can be made via their website or at the door.
For more information about upcoming programs and events, visit prallsvillemills.org or follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Bluesky. You can reach Executive Director Kimberly Praria to share your thoughts and ideas about the Mills: kimberly@prallsvillemills.org or by calling 609-397-3586.
RSVP to museum@lebtwp.net is appreciated as seating is limited. Light refreshments will be served. 11 am TO 2 pm.
SATURDAY, MAY 9TH: RARITAN RIVER MUSIC FESTIVAL: TRIO ONDATA: "AMERICAN MYCELIUM: EXPLORATIONS OF THE NEW WORLD, MUSIC BY SHOSTAKOVICH, HAYDN, ESMAIL, AND SHAW" (violin, cello, piano): The dynamic young Trio Ondata (violin, cello, piano) comes for the first time to Raritan River Music Festival from New Haven, where they formed as graduate students at Yale University School of Music. Winner of awards at the 2022 Fischoff National Chamber Music Competition, the trio strives to cultivate spaces of close, intimate listening in a busy and noisy world.
Their program includes the groundbreaking Piano Trio Number 2 by Shostakovich, along with works by Haydn and by today’s American composers Caroline Shaw (Pulitzer Prize-winning graduate of Princeton University), Reena Esmail (weaving together the traditions of Hindustani and Western classical music), and young composers of the Native American Composer Apprentice Project of the Grand Canyon Music Festival.
7:30 PM, Old Greenwich Presbyterian Church * 17 Greenwich Church Rd, Stewartsville, NJ 08886.
For tickets and information www.RaritanRiverMusic.org. info@raritanrivermusic.org, 908-213-1100
There is a suggested donation of $5.00 per adult and $2.00 per child. Refreshments will also be available for an additional $1.00 donation. For groups of six or more, please call for a reservation.
FRIDAY, MAY 15TH: MOVIE MATINEE: "1776": A musical retelling of the American Revolution's political struggle in the Continental Congress to declare independence. Adapted from a popular Broadway show. (1972) Rated G. Run time 2 hours, 22 minutes. 6 pm. Free. Reservations are required.
This program is generously sponsored by FOHCL, Friends of the Hunterdon County Library.
SATURDAY, MAY 16TH: RARITAN RIVER MUSIC FESTIVAL: NEWMAN & OLTMAN GUITAR DUO: "GREATEST HITS OF 1776: MUSIC BY BILLINGS, MOZART, HAYDN,AMONG OTHERS" (two guitars): The Newman & Oltman Guitar Duo, comprising Raritan River Music co-founding directors Laura Oltman and Michael Newman, take us on a journey of Revolutionary-era music from Europe and the newly-forming American nation.
Musical and other cultural connections abound: music by Haydn was first presented in America in the Moravian community of nearby Bethlehem, Pennsylvania; Mozart’s librettist Lorenzo da Ponte came from Italy to live in Elizabeth, New Jersey; the venue for this concert, Bethlehem Presbyterian Church, was founded in the hamlet of Grandin (Hunterdon County) in 1730 and was influential in the community throughout the 18th century.
7:30 PM, Bethlehem Presbyterian Church, 2 Race St, Pittstown (Grandin), NJ 08867
For tickets and information www.RaritanRiverMusic.org. info@raritanrivermusic.org, 908-213-1100
SATURDAY, MAY 23RD: RARITAN RIVER MUSIC FESTIVAL: ARTEK: GWENDOLYN TOTH & PETER SYKES: "TWO BY TWO: HARPSICHORD DUETS ACROSS THE CENTURIES" (two harpsichords): A pair of America’s top early music specialists – Peter Sykes directs harpsichord studies at The Juilliard School; Gwendolyn Toth is professor of Historical Performance Practice at The Graduate Center, CUNY – join together to share an evening of intimate music created by “virginalist composers,” those English keyboard musicians writing for virginal, clavichord, harpsichord, and chamber organ in the late 1500s and early 1600s, the period of peak English exploration of the New World.
Included in the program will be Two by Two’s mashup of “The Battle of Trenton,” à la William Byrd.
7:30 PM, Stanton Reformed Church, 1 Stanton Mountain Rd, Stanton, NJ 08885
For tickets and information www.RaritanRiverMusic.org. info@raritanrivermusic.org, 908-213-1100
SUNDAY, JUNE 7TH: UNION FORGE HERITAGE ASSOCIATON PRESENTS: "GENESIS OFTHE 1742 UNION IRON WORKS": Exploring the lives of William Allen and Joseph Turner, founders of the Union Iron Works and the foundations of the oldest continually operating foundry in U.S. Powerpoint presentation and museum tours.
Event at the 1760 Joseph Turner House. 117 Van Syckels Rd, Hampton, NJ 08827. Suggested Donation. No reservations necessary. 1 pm to 4 pm.
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WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10TH: HUNTERDON COUNTY LIBRARY PRESENTS: "REMEMBERING THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION": with Joel Farkas.
7pm. Main Branch, Route 12, Flemington.
Free; reservations are required.SATURDAY, JUNE 20TH: TEWKSBURY HISTORICAL SOCIETY: 14TH ANNUAL BARN TOUR 10 AM TO 3 PM: 2026 marks the 14th bi-annual Tewksbury Barn Tour. The first tour took place in 1998. More than 60 Tewksbury barns have been showcased on past tours. Because Tewksbury is a picturesque township known for its equestrian charm, it is no surprise that most barns on the tour house horses. To reflect the agricultural side of Tewksbury, a farm site was added that provides our community with locally grown, farm fresh fruits and vegetables. The goal of the Barn Tour is to share some of the history of Tewksbury, but it is also meant for visitors to enjoy. Rain or Shine.
For ticket information tewksburynjhistory@gmail.com (908) 832-6734.
CANCELLED SATURDAY, JUNE 20TH: VOUGHT HOUSE: "NEIGHBORS AT WAR"
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WEDNESDAY, JULY 1ST: HUNTERDON COUNTY RUG ARTISANS GUILD: DISPLAY OF THE RUG GUILD'S AMERIAN REVOLUTIONARY WAR HOOKED RUGS: (exhibit closes July 31). Main Branch of the Hunterdon County Library, Route 12, Flemington.
SATURDAY, JULY 11TH: SAMUEL FLEMING HOUSE MUSEUM AND GARDENS: "AN AFTERNOON WITH DEBORAH SAMPSON, A REVOLUTINARY WAR SOLDIER": With Historian Dr. Yolanda Cillo. House Tours, 1pm; Talk, 2.pm
Deborah Sampson enlisted in the 4th Massachusetts Light Infantry during the American Revolution in the Spring of 1782 serving for 17 months as Private Robert Shurtliff, hiding her female identity until illness exposed her secret to a doctor. Deborah will share her revolutionary story, the story of the first woman to serve in the American army.Samuel Fleming emigrated from Ireland in the early 18th century, building one of the first permanent dwellings in the Amwell Valley—the home where he and his wife Esther, the daughter of French Huguenots, raised their ten children. Their family's influence extended beyond the Revolutionary War in New Jersey, and the house they built played host to a number of prominent Hunterdon County and New Jersey families.
For further information contact https://www.samuelfleminghouse.org/
