PLEASE CHECK BACK HERE OFTEN FOR UPDATES. Because these are historic homes, events may have to be moved, postponed or cancelled for various reasons. Any such occurrences will be posted on this page, as well as our calendar.
WE NEED YOUR INPUT!
We want to know what type of programming you would like to see. Suggestions for historic, local, environmental, educational, or fun events are all welcome and appreciated. We especially would like to engage our younger generations. Please send an email to tmf.org.1289@gmail.com with your suggestions.
Somerset County’s Weekend Journey Through the Past
This year we will be participating with the Wyckoff-Garretson House, 215 South Middlebush Road
This is a FREE open house, along with dozens of other historic sites all over the county, presented by the Somerset County Board of Commissioners and the Somerset County Cultural and Heritage Commission.
The historic house, circa 1709/1730/1805, will be open on Saturday, October 12 from 10 AM to 5 PM, and Sunday, October 13 from 12 PM to 4 PM. We will have docent-led tours, antique farm tools and a station where you can make your own Native American Whirligig. Hope to see you there!
Second Sundays: Wyckoff-Garretson Museum House
Open FREE to the Public
2nd Sunday, Apr-Oct 2024 1-4pm 215 South Middlebush Rd, Somerset, NJ
The Meadows Foundation announces the opening of the Wyckoff-Garretson Museum House and Carriage Barn, every second Sunday of the month starting in April and going through October. There will be docents on hand to conduct tours and answer questions about colonial life. The recently renovated carriage barn features a used book and gift shop. The historic home is filled with artifacts and period furniture, clothing and other items.
In addition, talks and craft demonstrations will periodically be conducted in the conference room, and videos about life in colonial times will be shown in the media room. The buildings will be open from 1pm-4pm, May through October. This is a FREE EVENT, so bring family and friends and enjoy an interesting afternoon with us!
WITCHY WOMEN!
Friday, October 18, 2024 – Van Liew-Suydam House, 280 South Middlebush Road, Somerset
Come join us IF YOU DARE as we get a visit from Eliza Blackheart of the Breckenvale Coven. Learn about the origins of the myths, legends, superstitions and stereotypes surrounding witchcraft, along with what it meant to be a witch throughout history.
This event is on a FRIDAY NIGHT at 6 PM, at the Van Liew-Suydam – located atop a high hill, perfect for Eliza to fly in on her broom!
Tickets are $12 for members (available now) and $15 for non-members (available October 10th). Email tmf.org.1289@gmail.com to reserve tickets for payment at the door. Get your tickets now by following this link (https://ticketstripe.com/TMFWitchyWoman2024) or QR code below – you don’t want a hex on you, do you? (Just kidding!)
PDF Flyer: WitchyWoman2024
CLUB MEADOWS
2nd Wednesday of each month, 6:30-8:30 PM. See calendar for location.
October 9, 2024 – Wyckoff-Garretson House, 215 South Middlebush Road, Somerset
Suggested topic: Everything Spooky! Bring your favorite ghost story, local legend or scary spell to talk about!
Club Meadows is a monthly, super-casual get-together for the purpose of hanging out and talking history!
This is not a presenter/audience-type event – it is a casual, friendly, unstructured meetup for folks who enjoy discussion various historic topics. The subject matter is decided by YOU. A book, an artifact, an idea, a movie, a myth or legend, a personal experience – whatever you wish to talk about is fair game. Have you always wanted to know about a particular place or event? Ask the other people in attendance, they might know! No need to dress up, bring something to eat or drink if you like, come late or leave early – it’s all good! There is no age limit, but minors must be accompanied by an adult.
To find out where the next meetup is being held, you can look at our calendar or get on our mailing list for upcoming events. Just send a request to tmf.org.1289@gmail.com.
Club Meadows is hosted by The Meadows Foundation and is open to our current Members. We also welcome anyone who is a member of ANY historic organization in Franklin Township (Somerset County), NJ. Not a member? No problem! Just come to a meetup and you can join The Meadows when you arrive (annual membership is from $10-$20/year).
Flyer PDF: Club Meadows 2024
An Annual Tradition – Sinterklaas!
December 8, 2024 – Hageman Farm, 209 South Middlebush Road, Somerset
Please bring the kids and join us for this favorite Dutch celebration!
There will be plenty to do and see for all ages during our annual Sinterklaas celebration. Enjoy the sights and sounds of the season in the beautifully appointed house of the historic Hageman Farm.
There will be crafts and toys for the kids, ornaments for them to decorate and hang on the tree, games for all to play, and Dutch baked goods and seasonal beverages for sale. And of course, the day would not be complete without Sinterklaas himself! He will spend time with each child, checking his book to see if they have been good or bad, with goodie bags for each child to take home.
We hope to see you at the historic Hageman Farm located at 209 South Middlebush Road, Franklin Township, NJ. Please check our website for updates in regards to weather, logistics and for other upcoming events. In the meantime, be good – Sinterklaas is watching!
PDF Flyer – Sinterklaas 120824