New Jersey was one of the country’s most important spots during the Revolutionary War, as George Washington spent a significant amount of time here and the Continental Army lived and trained in the state. Four of the most significant sites in the state’s Revolutionary War history can all be found in the same historical park in New Jersey – Morristown National Historical Park. There, you’ll find carefully preserved buildings, museum exhibits, and beautiful scenic views. It’s been a key part of New Jersey’s cultural heritage for a long time – almost 90 years, in fact! That’s why, starting on March 2nd, the park is celebrating its 90th anniversary with a bang. It’ll be a whole year of festivities and events, and you can be there right at the start.

It was March 2nd, 1933 when President Herbert Hoover signed the official proclamation creating Morristown National Historical Park - and it's still going strong today!
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The park is just opening for its 90th season, and to celebrate the anniversary, there will be a big event in the museum's auditorium.
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After you have a slice of the anniversary cake, it's the perfect time to explore the park!
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The Ford Mansion, where Washington lived, is available for guided tours throughout the year.
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The park is made up of four distinct key sites from the American Revolution, with some houses and other buildings impressively preserved.
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You'll be able to enter some of these heritage buildings and get a glimpse of how Washington and his men lived over two centuries ago.
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Throughout the anniversary year, the park will be hosting special events where you can see many of these historic sites up close - and visitors to the anniversary event will be the first to receive the list of programs.
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Throughout the park, you'll see plaques, statues, and other tributes to the men who made the revolution possible.
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And of course, Morristown is a beautiful place - and the park is full of some of the state's best views, just as stunning as they were when George Washington was overlooking the hill.
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Have you been to the Morristown National Historical Park before? Let us know about your visit to this famous historical park in New Jersey, and tell us if you plan to visit for the anniversary celebration! If you’re interested in learning more, you can visit the official government website for all the details on the kickoff event. For another upcoming festival celebrating New Jersey’s roots, check out the Maple Sugaring Festival in Summit.

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