Morris County Events

Let’s Celebrate! exhibition

Celebrations have been used for centuries to mark momentous occasions, such as coming-of-age events, getting married, and remembering historical events, including the first celebration of American Independence in Philadelphia on July 4th, 1777. The exhibit will explore different celebrations from the past and how they have influenced how we choose to party today. As we […]

01 Apr - 31 Oct

All Day

Fosterfields Living Historical Farm

Fosterfields Living Historical Farm 73 Kahdena Road, Morristown, NJ 07960

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Let’s Celebrate! exhibition

Celebrations have been used for centuries to mark momentous occasions, such as coming-of-age events, getting married, and remembering historical events, including the first celebration of American Independence in Philadelphia on July 4th, 1777. The exhibit will explore different celebrations from the past and how they have influenced how we choose to party today. As we […]

01 Apr - 31 Oct

All Day

Fosterfields Living Historical Farm

Fosterfields Living Historical Farm 73 Kahdena Road, Morristown, NJ 07960

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“This is u.s.” – Folk life, lore and culture exhibition

As we approach the United States 250 Anniversary of Independence, the exhibit will explore the unique elements of American folk that make up the American experience and its unique shared identity. Displays of folk expression, tools created and used by folk makers from the 19th century that represent the role of folk in American life, […]

01 Apr - 31 Oct

All Day

Historic Speedwell

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A History of Humans and the Great Swamp

Learn more at https://morriscountyhistory.org/programs-events/

15 Apr

All Day

Morris County Library

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Fermenting a Communal Spirit

Fermenting a Communal Spirit: Morris County Taverns, Speakeasies & Social Clubs Journey through Morris County’s past with the Morris County Historical Society’s new program, “Fermenting a Communal Spirit.” This engaging event will take you back in time to explore the vital social hubs that shaped the region: its historic taverns, speakeasies, and clubs. We’ll examine […]

15 Apr

11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Morris County Historical Society

68 Morris Avenue, Morristown, NJ

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Fermenting a Communal Spirit

Fermenting a Communal Spirit: Morris County Taverns, Speakeasies & Social Clubs Journey through Morris County’s past with the Morris County Historical Society’s new program, “Fermenting a Communal Spirit.” This engaging event will take you back in time to explore the vital social hubs that shaped the region: its historic taverns, speakeasies, and clubs. We’ll examine […]

16 Apr

11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Morris County Historical Society

68 Morris Avenue, Morristown, NJ

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Remembering the 1776 Revolution 250 years later – CCM

This April 18th marks the 251st anniversary of Paul Revere’s famous “midnight ride” warning that the British are marching in 1775. “On the eighteenth of April, in ’75; Hardly a man is now alive, Who remembers that famous day and year,” wrote poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, “of the midnight ride of Paul Revere.” The day […]

16 Apr

12:30 pm - 1:30 pm

County College of Morris

214 Center Grove Road, Randolph, NJ

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Patti LaBelle – Mayo Performing Arts Center

Beautiful simply does not describe the incomparable force known to the world as Patti LaBelle. Through the years, her name has become synonymous with grace, style, and class, with an effortless ability to belt out classic rhythm and blues, pop standards and soul, such as “Lady Marmalade,” “On My Own,” and “New Attitude.” For more […]

17 Apr

8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Mayo Performing Arts Center

100 South St., Morristown, NJ 07960

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Jockey Hollow Spring Encampment: Day 1

Saturday, April 18 10:00 a.m. – Camp Opens 10:30 a.m. – Guided Hike to the Bettin Monument 11:00 a.m. – Inspection of the Troops & Military Drill 1:00 p.m. – Firing Demonstration & Drill 1:30 p.m. – Children’s Muster 3:00 p.m. – General Washington’s Grand Review & Firing Demonstration 4:00 p.m. – Visitor Center Closes […]

18 Apr

10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Jockey Hollow Visitor Center

35 Knox Hill Road, Morristown, NJ 07960

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Canal Day – Montville Township Historical Society

Mark your calendars! Canal Day returns to Montville Township on Saturday, April 18 | 12–4 PM—the first event of its kind since the canal’s dedication in 1988. Presented in partnership with the Montville Township Historical Society and Montville Township, the celebration brings the Morris Canal to life, giving residents the chance to explore Montville’s history […]

18 Apr

12:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Macculloch Drive

Macculloch Drive, Montville, NJ 07045

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Tony Danza: Standards & Stories – Mayo Performing Arts Center

Combining timeless music with wit, charm, storytelling, and a dash of soft shoe and ukulele performances, Tony Danza performs a selection of his favorite standards from the Great American Songbook while interweaving stories about his life and personal connection to the music. Tony Danza and his four-piece band are making their debut at MPAC with […]

18 Apr

8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Mayo Performing Arts Center

100 South St., Morristown, NJ 07960

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Jockey Hollow Spring Encampment: Day 2

Sunday, April 19 9:15 a.m. – 18th-Century Divine Service 10:00 a.m. – Camp Opens 10:00 a.m. – Hike to the Soldiers’ Huts (meets behind the Wick House) 12:30 p.m. – Inspection of the Troops & Military Drill 1:00 p.m. – Firing Demonstration & Drill 1:30 p.m. – Children’s Muster 3:00 p.m. – Firing Demonstration & […]

19 Apr

9:15 am - 4:00 pm

Jockey Hollow Visitor Center

35 Knox Hill Road, Morristown, NJ 07960

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