Vail Memorial Cemetery
Description
Vail Memorial Cemetery
This area represents the remains of “Percipenny Village,” the hub of an 18th- and 19th-century farming community. The district’s most significant structure is the Presbyterian Church, one of Morris County’s only two brick churches of the period. Although the present building was dedicated in 1829, the history of the parish dates back to 1755. The Trustees’ Oath of Office, drawn up by Aaron Kitchell in 1787, reads in part, “I do swear that I do not hold myself bound to bear allegiance to the King of Great Britain. ..” There are 18 known American Revolution war veterans interred here.
Listing Overview
Vail Memorial Cemetery
This area represents the remains of “Percipenny Village,” the hub of an 18th- and 19th-century farming community. The district’s most significant structure is the Presbyterian Church, one of Morris County’s only two brick churches of the period. Although the present building was dedicated in 1829, the history of the parish dates back to 1755. The Trustees’ Oath of Office, drawn up by Aaron Kitchell in 1787, reads in part, “I do swear that I do not hold myself bound to bear allegiance to the King of Great Britain. ..” There are 18 known American Revolution war veterans interred here.
Location
Luke Miller House
- 105 Ridgedale Avenue, Ridgedale Park, Madison, Morris County, New Jersey, 07940, United States
Lord Stirling’s House
- 461 Green Village Road, Green Village, Chatham Township, Morris County, New Jersey, 07935, United States
