ANNUAL EVENTS

Presented by the Historical Society of the Rockaways each year. For more complete information and program updates, call 973-366-6730.

A Historic Victorian Christmas at the Ford-Faesch House

Events and Activities:

• Tree Trimming - Help decorate the Faesch Tree exactly as it would have appeared back in 1881.
• Commemorative Ornaments Sale - Depicting Ford-Faesch House, Stephen Jackson House, Cobb Furnace
• Concession Stand - Warm up to the holidays with apple cider, hot chocolate and treats!
• Outdoor Wassailing with the Faesch Carolers
• Tours of the first floor of the mansion
• Christmas Stories - Readings for the children
• Christmas Music Recital
• Tree Lighting
• Candlelight Caroling

October "Hessian Session"

Fact and fiction re-enactments of the Hessian prisoners in Mount Hope, 1782 - 83.

Colonial figures recount the story on the Faesch House grounds with the assistance of the audience. Hessian prisoners and the audience experience:

• The capture of the Hessians.
• Conditions at Mt. Hope and escape attempts.
• The famous March 7, 1783 confrontation with American soldiers.
• The saga of their release.
• The truth about the prisoner chambers in the basement.

Plus Special Presentations

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