Morristown National Historical Park
National Historical Park ยท New Jersey
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National Historical Park of the United States
Morristown National Historical Park is a United States National Historical Park, headquartered in Morristown, New Jersey, consisting of four sites important during the American Revolutionary War: Jockey Hollow, Ford Mansion, Fort Nonsense, and Washington's Headquarters Museum.
About Morristown National Historical Park
Morristown National Historical Park commemorates the sites of General Washington and the Continental Armyโs winter encampment from December 1779 to June 1780, where soldiers survived the coldest winter on record. The park also maintains a museum and library collection related to the encampments and to George Washington, as well as items from both pre- and post-Revolutionary America.
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Activities
Operating Hours
Washington's Headquarters Museum and Jockey Hollow Visitor Center.
Washington's Headquarters Museum: Open Thursday-Sunday 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Jockey Hollow Visitor Center: Open Thursday-Sunday 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
| mon | tue | wed | thu | fri | sat | sun |
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| Closed | Closed | Closed | 10:00AM - 4:00PM | 10:00AM - 4:00AM | 10:00AM - 4:00PM | 10:00AM - 4:00PM |
Park Grounds
Park grounds are open from sunrise to sunset daily. Unplanned closures or delayed openings may occur for snow and ice or tree removal or road construction and repair. Please check the alerts on the website for the most current information.
| mon | tue | wed | thu | fri | sat | sun |
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| Sunrise to Sunset | Sunrise to Sunset | Sunrise to Sunset | Sunrise to Sunset | Sunrise to Sunset | Sunrise to Sunset | Sunrise to Sunset |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to enter Morristown National Historical Park?
Morristown National Historical Park is free to enter.
What are the best activities at Morristown National Historical Park?
Popular activities at Morristown National Historical Park include: Arts and Culture, Biking, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Tours - Walking, Hiking, Front-Country Hiking, Horse Trekking, Horseback Riding.
What is the weather like at Morristown National Historical Park?
Weather in this part of New Jersey is typical of the mid-Atlantic region--a humid continental climate with hot, humid summers and moderately cold winters.
How do I get to Morristown National Historical Park?
Morristown National Historical Park is easiest to see by car. There are four different sites throughout the greater Morristown area. Washington's Headquarters Museum / Ford Mansion and Fort Nonsense are located in Morristown. The Jockey Hollow unit with its visitor center and historic Wick House; and the New Jersey Brigade Area are both about 6 miles south of Morristown, Detailed directions can be found on the park website.
Entrance Fees
Free Admission
Weather
Weather in this part of New Jersey is typical of the mid-Atlantic region--a humid continental climate with hot, humid summers and moderately cold winters.
Directions
Morristown National Historical Park is easiest to see by car. There are four different sites throughout the greater Morristown area. Washington's Headquarters Museum / Ford Mansion and Fort Nonsense are located in Morristown. The Jockey Hollow unit with its visitor center and historic Wick House; and the New Jersey Brigade Area are both about 6 miles south of Morristown, Detailed directions can be found on the park website.
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Official Resources
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