Upcoming Events Supported by the Friends of the Vanderveer / Knox House & Museum For a list of previous events - Click Here New Regular Open Hours for 2010 Effective March 14, 2010, the Vanderveer Knox House and Museum is open the SECOND Sunday of every month. Plan for a vist between 1-4pm or during any of our special events. For directions - Click Here Tel: 908-212-7000 ext. 611 or Click Here to send us an eMail now   Just for Kids History Camp at Bedminster's Historic Vanderveer/Knox House & Museum – Dates: July 19-23, 2010 Time 1-4pm daily Bedminster Township Recreation, in partnership with The Friends of the Jacobus Vanderveer House, is thrilled to offer a unique summer camp experience --Summer History Camp at the Jacobus Vanderveer House! This historic Bedminster landmark building is the focal point for this hands-on 18th century fun- filled, history-centered summer enrichment program. Children will be provided authentic 18th century clothing and experience activities reminiscent of life in the 1700s including craft projects, basket weaving, bee-keeping, music & dancing, games, open-fire cooking, and architectural exploration. History Camp is led by experienced professionals, and takes place in the natural historic setting of the Jacobus Vanderveer House, located at River Road Park in Bedminster. The camp is open to all Somerset County residents between the ages of 9 and 13. Dates/Times: July 19-23, 2010 - (1-4pm) Registration Form - Click Here Trump National Golf Outing & Dinner Dance to Benefit Local Charities Date: TBD Bedminster Charities Golf Classic (BCGC) Swing for Charity! Not just for golfers! Come have dinner at Trump National. JVH is 1 of 7 beneficiaries from this event. Weekend Journey Through the Past – Saturday and Sunday, October 9-10, 2010 The Somerset County Cultural & Heritage Commission coordinates a fantastic two-day event with 28 of the county's most significant historic sites, including the Jacobus Vanderveer House. Admission is free. Experience the sights and sounds of 18th Century living with costumed re-enactors, live demonstrations and lectures. Plenty of activities, displays, and demonstrations are planned. Come see some of the great craftsmen from all over the region. Saturday, October 9 - 10-5pm Sunday, October 10 - 12-5pm   Colonial Christmas – 5 Glorious Days of Celebrations, Events, and House Tours Dates: December 1-5, 2010 Get into the holiday spirit at the Colonial Christmas event at JVH. Tours, visits with Santa, colonial musicians, caroling, boutiques for Christmas shopping, and so much more. .   Back to Top