Holcombe-Jimision Farmstead Museum
[unofficial site]
The site of the early property purchased by
John Holcombe is now occupied by a museum. While not directly
related to genealogy, its heritage is acknowledged, and the house located
there is said to be the oldest structure still standing in Hunterdon
County, NJ.
Quoting from the brochure, "The museum
property was once part of John Holcombe's 'Plantation' according to his
will of 1742. In 1968, the Farmstead was donated to the Hunterdon
County Historical Society by Milo and Rachel Jimson . . . . the Museum's
volunteers and Trustees have restored the property and added outbuildings
for the Post Office, Blacksmith Shop, Carriage Shed, and Print Shop."
The museum is located in sight
of the Delaware River a short distance north
of Lambertville, New Jersey. The address is 1605 Daniel Bray Highway (Route 29),
Lambertville NJ 08530-2402. It is generally open in the summer from May
to October, on Wednesday mornings and Sunday afternoons. New members and
supporters are encouraged. Tel (609)
397-2752
The official website of the museum can be
accessed at:
http://www.holcombe-jimison.org
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2009 EVENT SCHEDULE
VISITING HOURS
Open
Sundays 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Wednesday 9:00 a.m. to Noon
Starting first weekend in May
To last weekend in October
Group and school tours can be arranged throughout the
year by calling (609) 397-2752
Suggested Donation Adults $5.00
Senior Citizens and Students $3.00
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April 25, 2009 - Auction
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May 9 - Opening Day
1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
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Joint Delaware Twp Historical Society and
Holcombe Jimison Antique Show Fund Raiser
paid admission only
May 2nd and 3rd, 2009
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Delaware Valley Herb Society Plant Sale
Annual Sale 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Saturday, May 16, 2009
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Annual Meeting 2 PM
Sunday, June 28, 2009
Treasurer's Report and Election of Trustees
Farmer's Honor
Roll Ceremony
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Annual Civil War Reenactment
Saturday and Sunday, August 8th & 9th 2009
10th PA Infantry & McClellan's Rangers
$10 Admission - children under 12 free
Saturday, August 8th 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Sunday, August 9th 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
www.104pa.org
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Farmstead
Festival
Celebration of
Farming
http://www.holcombe-jimison.org/celebration.html
Animal petting zoo, antique tractors and cars, draft
horses, Colonial Crafting, Wool spinning, Hayrides, and light lunch
available
Admission Fee charged
September 19 & 20th, 2009
10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
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For reservations please call the museum phone and leave
a message: (609) 297-2572
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October 25, 2009 - Fall Closing
Closing Day & Potluck Supper 4:00 pm
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