Rockingham is believed to be the second oldest house in the Millstone River Valley, dating from somewhere between 1702 and 1710. Possibly built by the Higgins family, the house was originally a two story, two frame house situated high on a rocky hillside above the river. This was Washington's headquarters August-November 1783 while the Continental Congress was in session in Princeton. It was in Rockingham's "Blue Room" on November 2nd, 1783, that Washington wrote his Farewell Orders to the Armies, giving thanks and praise to his troops.
Location:
P.O. Box 496, Kingston New Jersey 08528
Telephone
609-921-8835
Other History nearby:
(Morristown) Acorn Hall
(New York City) Alice Austen House
(New York City) American Craft Museum
(New York City) American Museum of the Moving Image
(New York City) American Numismatic Society
(Philadelphia) American Swedish Historical Museum
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02/21 Coming to The Kingston area
Atlantic City Beer and Music Festival Atlantic City NJ April5-6 Over 90 different breweries from around the corner and across the country will showcase their unique libations.
Contemporary Art Fair Connecticut Norwalk CT April27-28 Modeled after our two sucessful NYC shows at the Javits Center. Each of the two shows will have approximately 100 exhibitors.
Galena Dogwood Festival Galena MD May4 The annual Galena Dogwood Festival is will take place throughout Galena. The parade will have a War of 1812 theme.
Dover Days Festival Dover DE May3-5 As one of the longest running festivals in the state of Delaware, Dover Days dates back to 1933. What started as a garden tour staged by the Dover Garden Club, has now become an annual time to remember First State heritage with community spirit and an entertaining festival of family events.
Dover Days Festival Dover DE May3-5 You can claim Dover, Delaware, the capital city of the First State, as your state capital during the 80th anniversary celebration of the Dover Days Festival!.
Maryland Faerie Festival Darlington MD May10-12 The Maryland Faerie Festival celebrates the Faeries in an atmosphere and with entertainment inspired by Faerie folklore and literature.
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