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.
Photo: NPS Photo/Dan Beards
Morristown National Historical Park
- LocationMorristown, NJ
- Entrance No fee listed
- HoursToday: 9:30AM - 4:30PM
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Weather now70°F Overcast
- Alerts 1 active alert
Overview
Topics
- American Revolution
- American Revolutionary War
- Architecture and Building
- Farming and Agriculture
- Military
- Presidents
- Trails
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Alerts (1)
InformationTemporary Closure of the Lloyd W. Smith Gallery in the Museum
The Lloyd W. Smith Gallery will be closed temporarily due to construction. All other exhibits will remain open.
Things to Do
5 experiences from the National Park Service, plus every activity offered in the park. Check details on NPS.gov before you go.
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Drop By Fort Nonsense in Morristown
Fort Nonsense, located in downtown Morristown, is often overlooked by park visitors, but since this small piece of the park boasts one of the best views in the area. It’s also the only officially…
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Experience Jockey Hollow
Come explore Jockey Hollow! Check out the Visitor Center, drive, walk, or bike the 3-mile tour road loop, or hike some of the over 27 miles of hiking trails.
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Explore the Cross Estate Gardens and Hike to the NJ Brigade Encampment Site
You can go in any order once you arrive at the New Jersey Brigade Encampment Area and Cross Estate Gardens. The hike is approx. 1 mile to reach the encampment site (note: it is downhill going out…
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Go on a Guided Tour of the Ford Mansion
Reservation required
The Ford Mansion can be seen by guided tour only so take advantage of the opportunity when you can! Explore the home that George Washington made his headquarters during the winter encampment of…
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Visit Washingtons Headquarters Museum in Morristown NJ
The museum is a free of charge, self guided tour.
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Activities in the park
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Facilities & Services
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Visitor Centers
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Jockey Hollow Visitor Center
Visitor Center
This one story brick and glass structure came to the park during the preparations for the Bicentennial. Inside, visitors will find an information desk, bookstore, a…
Details
This one story brick and glass structure came to the park during the preparations for the Bicentennial. Inside, visitors will find an information desk, bookstore, a painted mural depicting Jockey Hollow during the 1779 encampment, and a full scale replica of the log huts Continental Soldiers lived in. Guided tours of the nearby Wick Farm House usually begin here. The restrooms can be accessed from the exterior doors, and remain open after the visitor center closes. -
Washington's Headquarters Museum
Visitor Center
Built by the National Park Service in the 1930s, the Washington's Headquarters Museum contains numerous artifacts about the American Revolution. There are three…
Details
Built by the National Park Service in the 1930s, the Washington's Headquarters Museum contains numerous artifacts about the American Revolution. There are three galleries, an auditorium, a theater, and the Discover History Center. The museum often hosts special exhibits and programs. Situated just behind the historic Ford Mansion that served as Washington's headquarters for six months, guided tours of the home begin in the museum as well.
Plan Your Visit
Hours
Today: 9:30AM - 4:30PM · Washington's Headquarters Museum and Jockey Hollow Visitor Center.
Hours by area (2)
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Washington's Headquarters Museum and Jockey Hollow Visitor Center.Today: 9:30AM - 4:30PM
Washington's Headquarters Museum: Open Thursday-Monday 9:30 am to 4:30 pm. Jockey Hollow Visitor Center: Open Thursday-Monday 9:30 am to 4:30 pm.
Monday 9:30AM - 4:30PM Tuesday Closed Wednesday Closed Thursday 9:30AM - 4:30PM Friday 9:30AM - 4:30PM Saturday 9:30AM - 4:30PM Sunday 9:30AM - 4:30PM -
Park GroundsDaily, Sunrise to Sunset
Park grounds are open from sunrise to sunset daily. Unplanned closures or delayed openings may occur for snow and ice or tree removal or road construction and repair. Please check the alerts on the website for the most current information.
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Entrance fees
No entrance fees listed.
Address
30 Washington PlaceMorristown, NJ 07960
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Weather & conditions
70°F
Overcast · feels like 72°
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Today
87° 63°
Overcast53% rain -
Tomorrow
72° 58°
Sunny5% rain -
Sunday
60° 56°
Overcast74% rain
Updated 25 min ago
What to expect by season
Weather in this part of New Jersey is typical of the mid-Atlantic region--a humid continental climate with hot, humid summers and moderately cold winters.
Upcoming Events
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Myths & Legends: Evening Campfire Chat
About
Join a Ranger for an evening program to learn more about the Myths and Legends of Jockey Hollow. The program is free. Meet outside the Wick House at Jockey Hollow. The Wick House parking is about 1/4 mile after the start of the tour road.
Photos
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These replica soldier huts represent the location of the Pennsylvania Brigade encampment site in Jockey Hollow — NPS Photo/Dan Beards -
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Getting There
Morristown, NJ 07960
Morristown National Historical Park is easiest to see by car. There are four different sites throughout the greater Morristown area.
Full directions
Washington's Headquarters Museum / Ford Mansion and Fort Nonsense are located in Morristown. The Jockey Hollow unit with its visitor center and historic Wick House; and the New Jersey Brigade Area are both about 6 miles south of Morristown, Detailed directions can be found on the park website.
Mailing address: 30 Washington Place, Morristown, NJ 07960
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