Did you know that Liberty Ridge, a section of The Hills Development in Basking Ridge and Bedminster, is named in memory of the Revolutionary War patriots who built the nation's first artillery school on Schley Mountain, known also as the Pluckemin Artillery Encampment, America's first military academy and forerunner to the West Point Military Academy.
1956 - The same year Eisenhower signed Federal-Aid Highway Act, New Jersey Legislators agreed to lobby the federal government for a north/south and east/west highway, and soon Routes 287 & 78 were added to the National System of Interstate and Defense Highways. The roads were completed in 1968 changing the Somerset Hills forever.
Holiday House Tour
in the
Historic Somerset Hills
December 5, 2010
To coincide with the grand 250th anniversary of Bernards Township, the Holiday House Tour will take place Sunday, December 5, 2010 from 12-5pm.
(The video is the preview from the last holiday house tour back in 2007)
$25 per ticket
Please send a check with a business size, self-addressed, stamped envelope to: THSSH, P.O. Box 136, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920 Click Here for additional details
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Checks must be received by November 26 - Event to be held regardless of weather conditions.
Six residences spanning a period of three centuries will welcome visitors on Sunday, December 5 from 12 Noon to 5 PM at the Holiday House Tour, sponsored by The Historical Society of the Somerset Hills.
This year, the biennial event celebrates the 250th anniversary of Bernards Township, 1760- 2010. Three homes are in Basking Ridge and three in Bernardsville. Basking Ridge is one of the Township’s villages; Bernardsville was part of Bernards Township until 1924.
In Basking Ridge, the homes include an early 1830 farmhouse and its neighboring property, a Victorian era residence of 1860. There also is a 1912 English Tudor mansion with an interesting history. Visitors to Bernardsville will view a 1747 home with its later 1830 addition on six acres, a 1904 Colonial Revival house and an authentic Arts and Crafts 12-room residence built in 1920.
As in the past, the Historical Society’s headquarters, The Brick Academy, 15 West Oak Street, Basking Ridge, will serve as Hospitality Center for information, refreshments, and comfort. For further information, call (908) 647-2241
Sponsored by The Historical Society of the Somerset Hills
Event History
Over the past 32 years, this has been the areas grandest touring event. Visitors are reminded to purchase
their tour tickets EARLY. The
house tours aim is to welcome in the holidays, showcase some of the areas most beautiful homes, and invoke a little sense to our areas history.
A
pleasant trip from the city, it is a day’s escape to
earlier, simpler times. The tour is a fundraiser to support the operating efforts of the historical society and its programs.
Become a member now and stay informed on the 2010 tour - Click Here for details.
Details will be released online and via our membership newsletter. If you're not a member, or would like to be notified, please either subscribe to our email updates, or click here to send us a note.
Tour six properties of historic significance and architectural distinction decked in festive holiday decor! Refreshments at the Brick Academy.
Event is RAIN (SNOW) or SHINE
Hospitality Center
The Brick Academy, home to The Historical Society of the Somerset Hills will again serve as the tours official hospitality center.
Come experience the beauty of the holiday season in a classic 1800's schoolhouse. Warm cider, cookies, and restrooms will be available throughout the day.
Volunteers Needed
House docents, car parking assistants, and logistics support will most certainly be needed and welcomed. If you'd like to offer your services to this wonderful bi-annual event, please drop us a note and someone will contact you directly.
