Liberty Hall Museum

Virtual Professors and Pints: The Architecture of Beer
2021-02-24 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
This is a Virtual event!
Beer! We love it, you love it, but how did these basic ingredients, malts and hops, become a flourishing industry, an integral part of our communities, and a unique mode of self-expression and artistry in the United States? Join Professor Craig Konyk of Kean University for our February Professors & Pints: The Architecture of Beer to learn about the history and development of the American Microbrew Movement.

Professors and Pints Lecture Series: The Architecture of Beer
2021-02-24 19:00 - 21:00 | 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
Beer! We love it, you love it, but how did these basic ingredients, malts and hops, become a flourishing industry, an integral part of our communities, and a unique mode of self-expression and artistry in the United States? Join Professor Craig Konyk of Kean University for our February Professors & Pints: The Architecture of Beer to learn about the history and development of the American Microbrew Movement.

Black History Month: A Look Back
2021-02-27 13:00 - 14:00 | 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
Using documents from the museum’s collection, we will examine the role of enslaved people at Liberty Hall during the 18th and early 19th centuries in this interactive program.
The program includes a tour of relevant areas of the museum. This is a Virtual program recommended for ages 10 and up.

Frozen Ball
2021-02-27 13:00 - 15:00 | 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
Liberty Hall has been Frozen over by Queen Elsa and her icy powers! Join us at this Frozen-themed event and make a craft, play games, and warm up at our delicious hot chocolate bar with some sweet treats. A special guest will also make an appearance, so come dressed as your favorite character! Recommended for ages 3 – 10.

Dr. Seuss' Birthday Party!
2021-03-06 11:00 - 13:00 | 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
Join Liberty Hall Museum for a super good time at our Dr. Seuss’ Birthday Party! Visitors will enjoy our breakfast snack bar, make a Cat in the Hat hat, go fishing for 1 fish, 2 fish, red fish, blue fish and take a picture with silly props and The Cat in the Hat! We’ll even do a Seussical the Musical sing along!
Unfortunately, because of Covid restrictions, we must limit ticket sales to ONE adult per child. Additional adults cannot be accommodated

Afterschool Adventures- Who's Home?
2021-03-09 15:00 - 17:00 | 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
Knock, knock! Anybody home? In this outdoor based program, students will learn about trees as habitats and will inventory the plants and animals that live in, on, and around trees to discover the many ways plants, animals and humans depend on trees.
Recommended for grades 1st- 5th.

Third Thursday Virtual Lecture Series: Ladies of Liberty Hall
2021-03-18 19:00 - 20:00 | 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
In celebration of Women’s History Month, join Liberty Hall Museum for our very first Third Thursday Lecture! From Susan Livingston, daughter of Governor Livingston, whose daring exploits saved Liberty Hall from the British during the Revolutionary War, to Mary Alice Kean who worked tirelessly for the preservation of our historic structures. Livingston and Kean women have played an important role in the history of our community. This lively talk describes 200 years of contributions by the ladies of Liberty Hall.

Family Fun Day- Women's History Month
2021-03-20 11:30 - 15:30 | 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
Come meet some of the remarkable women in the Livingston/Kean family as we celebrate Women’s History Month! Women have been making history at Liberty Hall for centuries, leaving their individual mark on the property and community at large. In conjunction with our newly installed “How Long Myst We Wait: Suffrage and the Ladies of Liberty Hall” exhibit, visitors will have the opportunity to connect with some of the previous female residents of Liberty Hall, discussing how their lives joined with the figures around them as they chat about the house they know and love.
There are two sessions: 11:30 AM- 1:00 PM and 2:00 PM- 3:30PM.
Unfortunately, because of Covid restrictions, we must limit ticket sales to ONE adult per child. Additional adults cannot be accommodated

Virtual Professors and Pints: Joan of Arc, History and Legend
2021-03-31 19:00 - 21:00 | 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
This is a Virtual Event!
Think you know Joan of Arc? Hear about how a medieval peasant girl was able to enter into the highest levels of French royal society and turn the tide of the Hundred Years War against the English. Tried and executed as a heretic, only to be exonerated 25 years later, her life he has become a national and international symbol—both heroine and target.
Grab a pint with us at Liberty Hall and learn about Joan of Arc’s fascinating life with Dr. Christopher Bellitto of Kean University. Let’s untangle the history from the legend!

Professors and Pints Lecture Series: Joan of Arc, History and Legend
2021-03-31 19:00 - 21:00 | 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
Think you know Joan of Arc? Hear about how a young medieval peasant girl was able to enter into the highest levels of French royal society and turn the tide of the Hundred Years War against the English. Tried and executed as a heretic, only to be exonerated 25 years later, her life he has become a national and international symbol—both heroine and target.
Grab a pint with us at Liberty Hall and learn about Joan of Arc’s fascinating life with Dr. Christopher Bellitto of Kean University. Let’s untangle the history from the legend!

Opening Day Open House!
2021-04-01 10:00 - 16:00 | 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
Join us for the start of our 21st Birthday year! As we offer complimentary tours of the museum and grounds!
Tour Times:
10:00am
12:00pm
2:00pm
4:00pm

Annual Easter Egg Hunt- SOLD OUT as of 3/12/21
2021-04-03 12:00 - 13:30 | 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
**As of March 12, 2021 the noon session is SOLD OUT**
Children will explore the grounds of Liberty Hall, searching for plastic eggs hidden throughout the landscape and filled with holiday treats. A surprise visit from the Easter Bunny caps off the event. Space is limited to 100 children per session. Rain or Shine!

Annual Easter Egg Hunt- SOLD OUT AS OF 3/27/21
2021-04-03 14:00 - 15:30 | 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
Children will explore the grounds of Liberty Hall, searching for plastic eggs hidden throughout the landscape and filled with holiday treats. A surprise visit from the Easter Bunny caps off the event. Space is limited to 100 children per session. Rain or Shine!
*SOLD OUT AS OF 3/27/21*

Annual Easter Egg Hunt 4:00pm Session
2021-04-03 16:00 - 17:30 | 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
Children will explore the grounds of Liberty Hall, searching for plastic eggs hidden throughout the landscape and filled with holiday treats. A surprise visit from the Easter Bunny caps off the event. Space is limited to 100 children per session. Rain or Shine!

Third Thursday Virtual Lecture Series: Grounds and Gardens of Liberty Hall
2021-04-15 19:00 - 20:00 | 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
Celebrate Arbor Day with Liberty Hall Museum, and join us for our monthly Third Thursday Lecture! Liberty Hall’s 12 beautifully landscaped acres, which were designed so that plants are blooming from April to the first frost, are evidence of a more than 200-year-old tradition of the Livingston and Kean families. Learn the story that interweaves the history of the gardens with the life and times of the remarkable people who lived at Liberty Hall.

Family Fun Day: Arbor(etum) Day!
2021-04-17 11:30 - 13:00 | Liberty Hall Museum, 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
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 open our new arboretum and continue what the Livingstons began!

Virtual Professors & Pints: American Women & Titled Marriages - NJ's "Dollar Princesses"
2021-04-28 19:00 - 21:00 | Online, 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
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 19th century, wealthy American heiresses married impoverished European nobles by the score to secure social status for their “new money” American families while allowing impoverished nobles from across the Atlantic to maintain the lifestyles their families had become accustomed to.
Join us virtually as we discuss the so-called “dollar princesses” of the Gilded Age, including quite a few Jersey girls! Featuring Professor Melissa Ziobro of Monmouth University

Professors & Pints: American Women & Titled Marriages - NJ's "Dollar Princesses"
2021-04-28 19:00 - 21:00 | Liberty Hall Museum, 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
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 married impoverished European nobles by the score, securing social status for their “new money” American families, while allowing impoverished nobility from across the Atlantic to maintain the lifestyles their families had been accustomed for generations.

Join us as we discuss the so-called “dollar princesses” of the Gilded Age, including a few notable Jersey girls; Lady Monson (nee Romaine Stone, daughter of General Roy Stone of Morristown NJ), Lady Roberts (nee Elizabeth Marie LaRoche, daughter of William Tell LaRoche of Harrington Park, NJ), Princess Miguel de Braganza (nee Anita Stewart, born in Elberon, NJ), and more with Professor Melissa Ziobro of Monmouth University!

Arbor Day Event!
2021-04-30 16:00 - 17:00 | 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
*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 is free, reservations are required. Light refreshments and cocktails will be served. Must be 21 and older to attend.

This will be a hour event, taking place on April 30th at 4:00pm!

Mommy & Me Tea and Craft Workshop
2021-05-02 13:00 - 15:00 | 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
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!

Family Fun Day: May Flowers!
2021-05-15 11:30 - 13:00 | 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
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 from these ladies as you take time to smell the flowers at Liberty Hall. This will be first-person interpretation of the gardens located throughout the property!

Third Thursday Virtual Lecture Series: Secrets of Liberty Hall House Tour
2021-05-20 19:00 - 20:00 | 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
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, Zoom links will be emailed to ticket holders.

Uncork History: The Arboretum at Liberty Hall
2021-05-26 18:30 - 20:30 | 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
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. It’s perfect for a summer date night or a night with friends! Must be 21 years or older to attend.

Afternoon Tea in the Garden
2021-06-06 14:00 - 16:00 | 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
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 fruit. As you enjoy your afternoon tea experience, relax back beside our beautiful garden and take in our breathtaking views. A tour of Liberty Hall Museum follows the tea.

Third Thursday Virtual Lecture Series: The Ghost of Hannah Caldwell
2021-06-17 19:00 - 20:00 | 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
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 myth from the truth. Discover the history and significance of the battle, Hannah Caldwell, and how the events of that day, 240 years ago, continue to shape Union County today.

Guided Garden Tour and Boxed Lunch
2021-06-23 11:00 - 13:00 | Liberty Hall Museum, 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
Every Wednesday this summer we will be offering a boxed lunch add-on for our 11am guided garden tour. The boxed lunch will be served at noon following the garden tour. Lunch will be served at a picnic table in our lovely garden reserved just for you!
Reservations for the boxed lunch add-on option must be made at least one week in advance. We will email you to select your sandwich choices once the reservation has been made.

Guided House Tour and Boxed Lunch
2021-06-23 11:00 - 13:00 | Liberty Hall Museum, 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
Every Wednesday this summer we will be offering a boxed lunch add-on for our 11 am guided house tour. The boxed lunch will be served at noon following the house tour. Lunch will be at a picnic table in our lovely gardens reserved just for you!
Reservations for the boxed lunch add-on option must be made at least one week in advance. We will email you with the sandwich choices once the reservation has been made.

Uncork History: Weddings of Liberty Hall
2021-06-30 18:30 - 20:30 | 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
Enjoy our summer series in the garden and join us for Uncork History: Weddings of Liberty Hall. The museum’s 1st wedding took place on April 28, 1774 and we’ve hosted much more since! Learn more about weddings and wedding traditions throughout history. Afterwards, relax in our historic gardens with wine and finger foods. It’s perfect for a summer date night or a night with friends! Must be 21 years or older to attend.

Summer Adventures at Liberty Hall: Adventures in Nature!
2021-07-06 11:00 - 16:00 | 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
Experience the wonders of nature at the Arboretum at Liberty Hall! Explore five different habitats at Liberty Hall and learn to identify some of the plants and animals that call those habitats home. Hike the trails surrounding Liberty Hall, and get up-close and personal with some of the oldest trees in New Jersey, and make a leaf print to bring home. Program includes a snack. Recommended for ages 6-12.
There are two different sessions!!
The 11:00am session is a Child/Parent adventure. The 2:00pm is a Drop-off adventure, where the child would get dropped off at Liberty Hall for the adventure!

Summer Adventures at Liberty Hall!: Fairy Trials and Tales
2021-07-13 11:00 - 16:00 | 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
The fairies of Liberty Hall have left a string of clues on our trails. Join us as we unlock the secrets in each clue and search for the fairies. We’ll also make some enchanted fairy crafts, have a snack and hear a favorite fairy tale. Program includes a snack. Recommended for ages 6-12.
There are two different sessions!!
The 11:00am session is a Child/Parent adventure. The 2:00pm is a Drop-off adventure, where the child would get dropped off at Liberty Hall for the adventure!
