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Morris County & Morristown– Discover the Character

Morris County and Morristown NJ offers much in the way of historic getaways, cultural heritage, parks and recreation, wedding and banquet facilities, meeting spaces, cultural venues and events.

The Morris Museum, the Stickley Museum at Craftsman Farms, Revolutionary War sites and Morristown National Historical Park are just a few of the world class attractions that we have to offer travelers to New Jersey. Ideally located 25 miles west of New York City, Morris County makes a perfect location for a diverse vacation with your family.

 

Posted 2013

 

 

May 2013 Top Ten

 

  • In the Revolutionary Style, ‎May ‎15, ‎ Museum of Early Trades & Crafts, Madison, Discover what was "IN" and what was "OUT" in 18th Century fashion with Pat Sanftner. Explore the style changes during the 1700's and the fashion mavins that made them happen. Complete with period dress and costume changes, Pat will reveal the truly fascinating history of a subject we all love to get in to. Admission is $8 for non-members & $4 for Members (includes Museum admission). Space is limited; pre-registration is recommended call 973-377-2982 x14. metc.org

 

  • Market In May Designer & Vendor Sale, ‎May ‎17-19, Hyatt Headquarters Plaza, Morristown A unique shopping event hosted by the same people who bring you Mansion In May!Great Design at "Insider Prices" - featuring your favorite designers & vendors from Mansion in May with a wide variety of designer household items & fashion accessories: Furniture, Art, Lamps, Pottery Glassware, Antiques, Unique Gifts, Jewelry, new items for Spring, Men & Women's Fashions. Make a day of it! Free Garage Parking. Coffee bar & Cafe Lunch available.Get a certified appraisal of your own art, jewelry or decorative items by Doyle New York, Auctioneers Appraisers.By appointment only on Friday, May 17th. To Benefit the Women's Heart Center, Gagnon Cardiovascular Institute, Morristown Medical Center. $10 advanced ticket purchase (until May 5th) at www.marketinmay.org. “Early Bird” private shopping for advanced ticket buyers – one hour before the doors open to the public. 973-647-1234 marketinmay.org

 

  • NJ Ballet's "Don Quixote", May ‎18, ‎ Mayo Performing Arts Center, Morristown This full length classical ballet is based on the 1900 version staged for the Bolshoi by Alexander Gorsky. Don Quixote is rich in Spanish color, flavor, and laugh-out-loud humor of Cervantes' masterpiece about an old knight, his squire, and their foray into the age of chivalry. The production was named to The Star Ledger's 10 Best List when it premiered in 2011. 973-539-8008 mayoarts.org

 

  • Industrial Heritage Tour: Greystone, ‎May ‎18, Central Park of Morris County, Parsippany, When Greystone Park was opened in 1876 it was officially the New Jersey Asylum for the Insane at Morristown. Built using principles developed by Philadelphia psychiatrist Thomas Kirkbride as a better way to provide health care for the mentally ill, the 712-acre property was designed to be self sufficient. Now closed, most of the land is being redeveloped as the Central Park of Morris County. Explore the once-stately grounds, and remaining hospital buildings retain much of the architectural grandeur, but they are unsafe and off-limits. Pre-registration is required. morrisparks.net

 

  • Food Revolution Day! , ‎May ‎18, Fosterfields Living Historical Farm, Morris Township, Enjoy fun food demonstrations and fitness activities ongoing throughout the day. The event includes food demonstrations, exhibits, vendors, and health and wellness organizations. Food Revolution Day is FREE, but regular admission is charged to visit the farm for Bring a Guest event. 973-326-7645 www.morrisparks.net

 

  • Soldier at the Huts, ‎May ‎18, ‎ Morristown National Historical Park, Morristown Learn about the life of a common soldier during the winter encampment and see the clothing, equipment and weapons that a soldier used as youvisit the replica soldier huts of the Pennsylvania Line. 1:30pm to 4:00pm at the Soldier Huts. www.nps.gov/morr

 

  • “Cruise-N-Shop” Car Show, May 19, Chester, Classic Car fans and avid shoppers from all over the tri-state area will be rumbling in to town! Come and view an eclectic mix of Classic, Muscle, Custom, Special Interest, Antique and Pro Street cars that will be on display.  Presented by Historic Chester Business Association. Proceeds to Benefit Teen Cancer Survivors’ Local Charitable Foundation. www.ilovechester.com

 

  • Superhero Half Marathon and Relay, ‎May ‎19, Ginty Field, Morristown, We are very excited to present the 4th annual Superhero Half Marathon and Relay on May 19, 2013! Last year's Superhero Half had over 1,500 runners and the 2013 race should exceed 2,000. You will have lots of company as you cruise through the beautiful, well-shaded country roads of Morris and Harding townships. Along the way you will pass plenty of water stations and cheering spectators. Don't forget your superhero costume! There will be special prizes for the best ones! www.superheroracing.com

 

 

 

  • The Playboy of the Western World May ‎29-June 23, Shakespeare Theatre, of New Jersey, ‎ Madison From this famed playwright, poet, and co-founder of the Abbey Theatre comes a grand adventure, part tall-tale and part tragi-comedy. A young country lad’s transformation from beaten-down weakling to celebrated “playboy” captures the poetic heart of the wild Irish spirit in magnificent Gaelic style. 973-408-5600 www.shakespearenj.org

 

  • Blue Star Museum Season, May ‎31, ‎ Museum of Early Trades & Crafts,  Madison Blue Star Museum Season, Memorial Day - Veterans Day Regular Hours As a thank you to those in the Armed Forces and their families, METC will once again participate in the Blue Star Museum program. This is a free admission program available to any bearer of a Geneva Convention Common Access Card (CAC), A DD Form 1173 ID Card, or a DD Form 1173-1 ID Card, which includes active duty military and their immediate family members, Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard, National Guard, and Reserve. FREE!  973-377-2982 x14 www.metc.org

 

  • Who Loved This Place? May ‎1-31, Frelinghuysen Arboretum, Whippany In honor of National Preservation Month, the Morris County Park Commission highlights over five-decades of dedication to preservation through a unique exhibit showcasing people, places, and plants have been loved and restored. Learn about the preservation of an important constellation of gardens and landscapes, unique in the country. 973-631-5004  www.morrisparks.net