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Morristown National Historical Park marks the site of the Continental Army’s 1779-80 encampment under George Washington. It symbolizes America’s fight for independence and Washington’s leadership in uniting the army, remaining a lasting symbol of resilience and patriotism.

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586 Tempe Wick Road Morristown, NJ 07960
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Know Before You Go

Morristown National Historical Park houses several important sites with strong ties to the American Revolution. Explore other parts of the park, such as Ford Mansion and Jockey Hollow, to get a larger picture of the site's role in the Revolution.

Operating Hours

Washington's Headquarters Museum and Jockey Hollow Visitor Center.

Washington's Headquarters Museum: Open Thursday-Sunday 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Jockey Hollow Visitor Center: Open Thursday-Sunday 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Standard Hours

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 10:00AM - 4:00PM
Friday: 10:00AM - 4:00AM
Saturday: 10:00AM - 4:00PM
Sunday: 10:00AM - 4:00PM

Exceptions

President's Day

02/16/2027 - 02/16/2027

Monday: Closed

Park Grounds

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.

Standard Hours

Monday: Sunrise to Sunset
Tuesday: Sunrise to Sunset
Wednesday: Sunrise to Sunset
Thursday: Sunrise to Sunset
Friday: Sunrise to Sunset
Saturday: Sunrise to Sunset
Sunday: Sunrise to Sunset

Admission & Tickets

There are no entrance fees for this park.

Directions

Morristown National Historical Park is easiest to see by car. There are four different sites throughout the greater Morristown area. 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.

Accessibility & Amenities

  • Accessible Rooms
  • Accessible Sites
  • Benches/Seating
  • Captioned Media
  • Cellular Signal
  • Elevator
  • Fire Extinguisher
  • First Aid Kit Available
  • Gifts/Souvenirs/Books
  • Historical/Interpretive Information/Exhibits
  • Information
  • Information - Maps Available
  • Information - Ranger/Staff Member Present
  • Internet/WiFi Available
  • Junior Ranger Activity
  • Parking - Auto
  • Restroom
  • Restroom - Accessible
  • Theater/Auditorium
  • Trash/Litter Receptacles
  • Water - Bottle-Filling Station
  • Wheelchair Accessible
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Morristown Images

The Wick House surrounded by colorful fall leaves
The Wick House in the fall.
Image Credit
NPS Photo/Dan Beards
The front facade of the Washington's Headquarters Museum
The front facade of the Washington's Headquarters Museum, which was designed in 1933 to look similar to Washington's Mt Vernon home.
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NPS Photo/Dan Beards
Four replica wooden soldier huts on a hillside in winter
These replica soldier huts represent the location of the Pennsylvania Brigade encampment site in Jockey Hollow
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NPS Photo/Dan Beards
The Cross Estate mansion in the springtime
The Cross Estate property was the site of the New Jersey Brigade winter encampement in 1779-1780. Today the encampment site is preserved while the estate is host to several beautiful gardens.
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NPS Photo
View of the front facede of the Jockey Hollow Visitor Center--a dark brown brick buildings
View of the front facade of the Jockey Hollow Visitor Center
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NPS Photo/T. Winslow
Garden with flowers and plants and 18th century farm house in background
A 18th century style kitchen garden with vegetables and herbs
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NPS photos/T. Winslow
White georgian/colonial building with statue of officer on horse in foreground
The Ford Mansion where General Washington headquartered during the winter of 1779-80
Image Credit
NPS photo/T. Winslow
Overlook with cannon in foreground
Fort Nonsense--the site of an earthen fort during the American Revolution-offers a view toward New York City
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NPS photo
A white colonial building with snow in the foreground and a blue sky and trees in the background
The Ford Mansion was the headquarters for General George Washington during the "Hard Winter" of 1779-1780
Image Credit
NPS photo/T. Winslow