Historical & Military

May 2026

Five Independent Souls: The Signers from New Jersey
Morven Museum & Garden, Princeton
The first exhibition to examine the lives, ideals, and contradictions of Abraham Clark, John Hart, Francis Hopkinson, Richard Stockton, and John Witherspoon. On display through 1/17/27.

June 2026

New Jersey Renaissance Fair
Burlington County Fairegrounds, Columbus
Transport yourself back in time to the 1500s with this top ranking Ren Fair experience.
Haddonfield Skirmish
Indian King Tavern, Haddonfield
A reenactment of the Redcoats invading Haddonfield, just like the did 250 years ago!
250th Celebration in Green Brook Township
Washington Rock State Park, Green Brook
250th celebration featuring many historical activities and attractions.
Old Time Baseball Game & Wash Day
Howell Farm, Hopewell
Watch 2 teams play 19th century baseball - and be a part of the fun.
Van Veghten Open House
Van Veghten House, Bridgewater
A tour of the Van Veghten House, first Sunday of every month.
Washington’s Army History Walk
Appleby-Devoe Memorial Library, East Brunswick
History Walk from the site of the historic "old bridge" to DeVoe Library ending in a party. Food, music, talks & presentations, kids crafts and more!
Colonial Craft Fair
Salem
Food from Creeks Edge Catering, vendors selling handmade arts & crafts, jewelry, & traditional trade & heritage crafts
Princeton Garden Tour
Morven Museum & Garden, Princeton
Celebration of horticulture, history, and community as stunning private gardens open to participants for one special day,
Happy Birthday, Cooper Gristmill!
Cooper Gristmill, Chester
Celebrate the 200th Anniversary of the Cooper Gristmill with historic trade and craft demonstrations, food and drink, and special tours throughout the day.
Burlington County’s 250th Anniversary Festival
Mount Holly
Living history re-enactments, artifacts at Warden's Hour Gallery and more.
Blueberry Fest at Whitesbog Preservation Trust
Whitesbog Historic Farm & Village, Browns Mills
Proceeds benefit Whitesbog Historic Village! Blueberry picking, music, house tours and so much more are part of this event.
Battle of Monmouth Reenactment
Monmouth Battlefield State Park, Manalapan
An annual reenactment of the Battle of Monmouth. A full weekend of events that immerse you into history.
Scotch Plains Revolution 250
Scotch Plains
Two-day Revolution 250 birthday bash with parade, food, fireworks, music, and so much more.

July 2026

Heritage Week in Trenton
Trenton
Celebrate in the city that helped shape the course of American history during the Revolutionary War with a week full of fun.
America’s Potluck
Old Barracks Museum, Trenton
Foodways living history demonstration.
Paulsboro Revolution 250: Celebrating America’s First Federal Land Purchase
Fort Billingsport Park, Paulsboro
Celebrate the 250th anniversary of America's First Federal Land Purchase at historic Fort Billingsport in Paulsboro.
History on the Green
The Courthouse Green, Somerville
A pop-up encampment with soldiers, artisans, fifes and drums, colonial games and more.
19th Century Baseball Game
John W. Rea House, Hawthorne
Enjoy a true vintage baseball game!

August 2026

Wharton’s Canal Day
Hugh Force Park, Wharton
An old time country fair with a modern twist! Celebrate the Morris Canal with a Civil War encampment, blacksmithing, narrated boat tour, 100 vendors, music, food trucks, kid's activities, and more.
Frontlines at Fosterfields
Morristown
Talk with reenactors, watch demonstrations, and learn about the major events that have shaped our world.

September 2026

Historic Soldiers Weekend
September 26–27
Historic Soldiers Weekend
Fort Mott State Park, Pennsville
Over 100 reenactors representing military personnel from across the globe.