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Celebrate America’s Potluck as Part of Morris County’s America 250 Celebration As America prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary, communities across the country are finding meaningful ways to come together. One of the simplest and most memorable ways to participate is through America’s Potluck, a nationwide initiative that encourages neighbors, families, and friends to gather…

Morris County, NJ — The Morris County 250th Committee is proud to announce the launch of the Morris County 250th Traveling Mural, an interactive public art project designed to celebrate the people, places, and stories that shaped Morris County over the last 250 years. Created by renowned artist Dan Fenelon, the mural serves as a…

MORRIS COUNTY, NJ — Jockey Hollow and the Continental Army’s brutal winter encampment of 1779–1780 in Morristown will be featured on Wednesday, June 3, in the eighth season premiere of “Drive By History,” the acclaimed PBS series hosted by historian and storyteller Ken Magos. Titled “The Worst Winter of the Revolution: 1779–80,” the season premiere…

Morristown, NJ (May 22, 2026) — Community leaders, historians, supporters, and residents from across the region gathered on Saturday, May 9, 2026, for the Morris County Patriots Ball at Morristown National Historical Park — an evening celebrating George Washington, Morris County’s Revolutionary legacy, and America’s 250th Anniversary. Held on the grounds of the historic Ford…

Discover the 250th Anniversary Product Collection at Just Jersey As Morris County and communities across the country prepare to commemorate America’s 250th anniversary, local artists and makers are finding creative new ways to celebrate history through modern design. One standout example is the exclusive 250th anniversary product collection available at Just Jersey, featuring artwork and…

Mount Vernon School Restoration Completed in Chatham Township Commissioner Presents Historic Preservation Plaque to Mark Project Fruition Restoration of the historic Mount Vernon School, also known as the Red Brick Schoolhouse Museum in Chatham Township, has been completed following several years of preservation work supported by more than $305,000 through the Morris County Historic Preservation…

Morris County St. Patrick’s Day Parade Traces Roots to the American Revolution County Commissioners Join Celebration of Irish Heritage and Revolutionary History The Morris County Board of County Commissioners joined thousands of spectators and participants Saturday for the 46th annual Morris County St. Patrick’s Day Parade, celebrating Irish heritage and a tradition with roots in…