Celebrate the Spirit of American Perseverance April 18-19, 2026
Spring Encampment Weekend
Saturday, April 18
10:00 a.m. – Camp Opens
10:30 a.m. – Guided Hike to the Bettin Monument
11:00 a.m. – Inspection of the Troops & Military Drill
1:00 p.m. – Firing Demonstration & Drill
1:30 p.m. – Children’s Muster
3:00 p.m. – General Washington’s Grand Review & Firing Demonstration
4:00 p.m. – Visitor Center Closes (Park grounds open until sunset)
Sunday, April 19
9:15 a.m. – 18th-Century Divine Service
10:00 a.m. – Camp Opens
10:00 a.m. – Hike to the Soldiers’ Huts (meets behind the Wick House)
12:30 p.m. – Inspection of the Troops & Military Drill
1:00 p.m. – Firing Demonstration & Drill
1:30 p.m. – Children’s Muster
3:00 p.m. – Firing Demonstration & Drill
4:00 p.m. – Camp Closes
Camp Life in Action
Ongoing Both Days | 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Throughout the weekend, interpreters and reenactors present continuous demonstrations reflecting daily life in a Continental Army encampment. Visitors are welcome to explore and engage at any time.
Highlights include:
• Carpenter at work
• Laundry and camp chores
• Petty sutlery (trade and supplies)
• 18th-century medicine and surgery
• Military chaplain or minister
• General George Washington and Martha Washington in camp
Presented in partnership with Morristown National Historical Park and support from the Washington Association of NJ.
Experience life in a Revolutionary War encampment through military drills, musket demonstrations, and immersive camp life. This family-friendly event highlights the daily experiences of soldiers and civilians during the winter encampment of 1779–1780.
Plan Your Visit
Jockey Hollow is part of Morristown National Historical Park and is open year-round.
Site Hours (Encampment Weekend):
Wick House: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Visitor Center: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Admission: Free
Parking: Free onsite lots at visitor entrances
Trails: 27 miles of historic paths through Revolutionary landscapes
For up-to-date park information, visit:
https://www.nps.gov/morr/index.htm
Trail Map:
https://www.nps.gov/morr/planyourvisit/upload/Trail_Maps_Brochure-508-checked.pdf
Looking Ahead to July 4, 2026
Spring Encampment marks the beginning of a year of commemoration leading up to America’s 250th anniversary. Additional programs and interpretive opportunities will continue throughout 2026 as we honor the perseverance that defined Jockey Hollow.
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