FOJH Makes First Contribution to Morristown National Historical Park’s Jockey Hollow

Leslie Bensley, Executive Director of Friends of Jockey Hollow (FOJH), reports that it has made its first contribution to Morristown National Historical Park’s (MNHP) Jockey Hollow. In late June, a new digital display system was installed at the Jockey Hollow Visitor Center to better assist people by supplying user-friendly information about all there is to see and do while visiting the park. The state-of-the-art 65” high-resolution monitor is configured with a cloud-based content management system which will be regularly updated.  Content includes essential park notifications, a calendar of events, educational videos, and even local weather conditions.

The FOJH, working in partnership with Morristown NHP, learned in late spring that having a monitor such as this would provide the staff at the information desk with a supplemental tool; the Visitor Center at Jockey Hollow is often busy, especially when tour groups arrive. “We are grateful for our new partnership with the FOJH and are pleased to have this project in place just in time for the summer season,” said Thomas Ross, Superintendent, MNHP.

“It is gratifying to see our first effort come to fruition,” said Bensley. The project fits perfectly with the mission and goals of the newly created Friends of Jockey Hollow. FOJH serves as an independent organization to protect, preserve, and promote this treasured National Historical Park, whose environmental quality, recreational value, and historic significance keep our rich cultural heritage alive for the enjoyment of current and future generations of visitors.

Jockey Hollow’s grounds are currently open daily, 8 am to 8 pm, while its Visitor Center is now open Wednesday to Sunday, 10 am – 4 pm. All park grounds and facilities at Morristown National Historical Park are free of charge.

To learn more about Friends of Jockey Hollow or to donate: visit www.fojh.org