Liberty Hall enjoys the benefit of lots of trees – even before William Livingston moved to the property, he was ordering trees to be planted for enjoyment and study. Although so much has changed in 250 years, our love of trees has not! Join us for activities, games & crafts on the grounds as we […]
The 2018 wedding between British Prince Harry and American actress Meghan Markle captured the hearts and minds of people around the world, garnering both admiration and criticism; but did you know marriages between American women and European nobles have been a popular, and controversial, trend since the Gilded Age? During the tail end of the […]
The 2018 wedding between British Prince Harry and American actress Meghan Markle captured the hearts and minds of people around the world, but did you know marriages between American women and European nobles have been a popular, and controversial, trend since the Gilded Age? During the tail end of the 19th century, wealthy American heiresses […]
*As of April 12th, this event has reached capacity* Join us as well celebrate the opening of N.J.’s newest Arboretum with our 1st Annual Arbor Day Event. We invite you to come to the Arboretum for a highlights tour with Arboretum Director, Megan Couch, enjoy some light refreshments, and take home a tree. This event […]
Just in time for Mother's Day, you and your child will create a beautiful spring crepe paper flower arrangement. The best part is, these flowers will last forever! After the workshop, enjoy tea, lemonade, and sweet treats with your child served on real china! var exampleCallback = function() { console.log('Order complete!'); }; window.EBWidgets.createWidget({ // Required […]
Our property is beautiful in the springtime, and this Family Fun Day is all about spending time enjoying our gardens! As you wander and explore, you will come upon some of our past residents who will be chatting about enjoying flowers through the centuries. From fabric patterns to Victorian floriography, there’s a lot to learn […]
Help Liberty Hall Museum celebrate our 21st birthday! Join us for our monthly Third Thursday Lecture for a fun, virtual, behind the scenes tour of Liberty Hall! Discover the former residents, explore the many rooms of the mansion, and enjoy the mysteries and wonders of this incredible 250 year-old home. This is a virtual program, […]
To kick off our summer series in the garden, join us for Uncork History: The Arboretum at Liberty Hall. Did you know Liberty Hall is now an accredited Arboretum? Come listen to how we became an arboretum with our Arboretum Director Megan Couch in our historic gardens while you relax with wine and finger foods. […]
Back by popular demand, enjoy our tremendously popular tea service outside in our beautiful gardens! In the grand tradition of Mary Alice (Barney) Kean, the last lady of the house, join Liberty Hall for its exquisite Afternoon Tea. The tea includes a sumptuous selection of scones, assorted pastries, traditional finger sandwiches, and the freshest of […]
In June of 1780 a vital, but often forgotten, battle of the American Revolution took place right here in Union, New Jersey! During this battle a woman named Hannah Caldwell was shot and killed! Was it an accident? Was it on purpose? Join Liberty Hall Museum for our Third Thursday Lecture as we separate the […]