Man in colonial costume gives lecture to a crowd outside.

4th of July at the Ford Mansion

Morristown National Historical Park

  • Jul 4, 2026 at 12:00 PM
  • Free

Celebrate the 4th of July with an interactive reading of the Declaration of Independence, toasts, and volley of musketry from Continental soldiers, followed by an open house of the Ford Mansion. Bring your own chair and/or blanket. Reminder parking lots are first come first serve. This is an outdoor event and is weather dependent. In the event of severe weather, programs will be cancelled. 

Fees

This event is free to attend.

Location

The event will take place between the Ford Mansion and the Washington Headquarters Museum. This is an outdoor event.

Latitude and Longitude 40.797380, -74.467102

Schedule

Date:

Jul 4, 2026

Time:

12:00 PM

Duration:

4 hours

12:00 PM to 1:00 PM: Welcome and Ranger Program and demonstrations 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM: Signature Program- Reading of the Declaration of Independence 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM: Ford Mansion Open House

Event Type

  • Living History
  • Talk