Culture
The Blairstown Museum, a non-profit organization, is housed in a 19th century building, known as the last remaining structure of "Roy's Row". As the only general history and cultural museum for the Township of Blairstown, they care for thousands of items which illustrate the history of the township and its inhabitants, including former resident and founder John Insley Blair (an American entrepreneur, railroad magnate, philanthropist and one of the 19th century's wealthiest men).
The Hope Historical Society & Museum are located at 323 High Street (Route 519 N) at the top of a stone bridge within the State and National Historic Register district in Hope Township, New Jersey. The tiny frame building was thought to be the original 1820s toll-keepers house. It was used as a private home until 1955 when it was restored by the Hope Historical Society and became the current museum and organizations headquarters.
A fine art gallery with lots more to offer, including an apothecary, gift shoppe, lots of plants, community classes, yoga, jewelry, typing services, books, cards, vegan chocolate, sculpture, and music events including an open mic night!
Shippen Manor is a c.1754 iron master’s residence built by Dr. William Shippen, Sr. The Shippens were socially prominent members of a wealthy Philadelphia family. The museum offers guided tours on the 1st and 2nd Sundays from May to December, except on holidays. Admission is free (donations to our Friends group are welcome). Field trips and group tours by appointment only. Free summer concert series on Sunday evenings from Father’s Day until Labor Day weekends. Visit Warren200.com for more information regarding programming schedules.
This remarkably intact farmstead was listed on the New Jersey and National Registers of Historic Places in 2005 as a representative illustration of the rural region’s architecture and agricultural practices during the 18th and 19th centuries. In 2013, it won a New Jersey State Historic Preservation Award.The farmstead exemplifies the region’s largest farmsteads, properties that clearly express the success of their owners.
Two Open House Events: spring and fall. Father Christmas at the Farmstead: early December.
The annual county get-together features 4-H, FFA and other agriculture contests and exhibits, a popular Hot Air Balloon Festival, Traditional Arts Expo, midway and Main Arena power events.