Morristown National Historical Park

Morristown National Historical Park commemorates the sites of General Washington and the Continental Army’s 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.

The Wick House surrounded by colorful fall leaves

About Morristown National Historical Park

Morristown National Historical Park commemorates the sites of General Washington and the Continental Army’s 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.

Quick Facts

Location: NJ
Designation: National Historical Park

Operating Hours

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.

Wednesday: Closed
Monday: Closed
Thursday: 10:00AM - 4:00PM
Sunday: 10:00AM - 4:00PM
Tuesday: Closed
Friday: 10:00AM - 4:00AM
Saturday: 10:00AM - 4:00PM

Activities

Arts and Culture Biking Guided Tours Self-Guided Tours - Walking Hiking Front-Country Hiking Horse Trekking Horseback Riding Living History Reenactments Historic Weapons Demonstration First Person Interpretation Junior Ranger Program Wildlife Watching Birdwatching Park Film Museum Exhibits Shopping Bookstore and Park Store Gift Shop and Souvenirs

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