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| Cooper Mill | |
| Location: | 66 Route 24 Chester, NJ 07930 |
| Telephone: | 908 879-5463 |
| Hours: | May to Oct: Sat & Sun 10 am to 5
pm July & Aug: Fri to Tues 10 am to 5 pm |
| Admission: | Nominal fee |
| Internet: | http://www.parks.morris.nj.us/parks/coopermillmain.htm |
| Accessibility: | For groups, tours or
special needs call 973 326-7645 or TTY Relay 1 (800) 852-7899 |
| Experience flour and meal making as it was done 175 years ago.
Knowledgeable guides demonstrate the workings of one of the area's most
significant mills. You'll learn how mills in the 19th century were
constructed and operated. When we were there the guide paid special
attention to the children, making it a particularly fun day for everyone.
Special events are held from spring through fall. Have lunch or
dinner in Chester, a little over a mile away. Travels in Time camp held in July and August. Call 973 326-7645. |
| Fosterfields Living Historical Farm & the Willows | |
| Location: | 73 Kahdena Road just off County Route 510 (formerly Rte 24) Morristown, NJ 07960 |
| Telephone: | 973 326-7645 |
| Hours: | Apr 1-Oct 31: Wed-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 12-5pm Closed after Oct 31 except for special events The Willows farm house: Thur-Sun 1-4pm, not recommended for children under 8 |
| Admission: | Adults $4, Children 6-16 $2, Seniors
$3, Under 6 Free Tour of The Willows farm house is an additional $1 |
| Internet: | Click here then type
"Fosterfield": http://www.parks.morris.nj.us/parks/ffmain.htm |
| Accessibility: | Give two weeks notice for an interpreter for the deaf.
For special needs information call 973 326-7645 or TTY Relay 1 (800) 852-7899 |
| Working 19th century farm with Jersey cows, draft horses,
chickens and pigs. The fields are used for planting, cultivating and harvesting
crops. There are demonstrations of butter churning, cream separating, wood
cutting, and, on
some Sundays, wood stove cooking. Events are held here form spring to
fall. Travels in Time camp held in July and August. Call 973 326-7645. |
| Frelinghuysen Arboretum | |
| Location: | 53 East Hanover Ave. (Route 511) Morris Township, NJ 07962-1295 |
| Telephone: | 973 326-7600 TTY Relay 1 800 852-7899 |
| Hours: | 8 am to sunset. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's Day |
| Tours: | For tour information call 973 326-7603. |
| Admission: | Free |
| Internet: | Click here then type "Frelinghuysen": http://www.parks.morris.nj.us/parks/frelarbmain.htm |
| The 127 acre, former residence of the Frelinghuysens, is home to tulips, azaleas, rhododendrons, a rose garden, cherry tees, crab apple trees and many other varieties. Self guided tours are available. Seasonal events include flower shows, plant sales and holiday exhibits. Lectures are given in buildings and concerts are held on the lawns. |
| Hacklebarney State Park | |
| Location: | Hacklebarney Road |
| Long Valley, NJ 07853-9525 | |
| Directions: | Rte 206 to Chester. Follow Rte 24 West for 1 mile to |
| State Park Road for 2 miles. Entrance is on left. | |
| Telephone: | 908 879-5677 |
| Hours: | Opens 8am, Closing Time Changes with the Season |
| Admission: | Free |
| Internet: | http://www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/hackle.html |
| 465 acres providing fishing, hiking, picnicking, and water falls. Over one hundred species of birds, plus black bear, woodchuck, deer and fox. |
| Lewis Morris Park | |
| Location: | 270 Mendham Road (Route 124) Morris Township, NJ |
| Telephone: | 973 326-7600 |
| Hours: | 9 am to Dusk |
| Admission: | Free |
| Internet: | Click here then type "Lewis
Morris": http://www.parks.morris.nj.us/parks/lmmain.htm |
| Accessibility: | ADA Compliant |
| 1,154 acre park includes swimming lake, fishing, boating, hiking, bike trails, camping, picnic areas, ice skating, cross country skiing, and children's park. Birthday parties. |
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