Journey Through the Past Events

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Blawenburg Church Tours

Saturday ~ 10am to 5pm

Sunday ~ 12pm to 4pm

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The sanctuary and church grounds will be open for public visitation and tours. You will learn about how the church was started, how it was built in 1830, how it separated from its parent church, and much more. Docents will answer questions and provide information at stations throughout the church.

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West Blawenburg Stroll

Saturday ~ 1:30pm

Rain date ~ Sunday ~ 1:30pm

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Pastor Jeff Knol and Tales of Blawenburg author David Cochran will conduct a West Blawenburg Stroll on Saturday, October 12 at 1:30pm.

 

We will go on a short walking tour through the old Blawenburg Cemetery and hear the stories of several of its residents... the first residents of the village, the pastor's wife who was troubled by a ghost, the old first generation Dutch, and much more. 

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Then we will walk west on the sidewalk to learn about the Van Zandt's Broad View Farm and how it contributed to the agriculture of New Jersey. 

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Most of the people and places on this tour have more detailed stories about them in Tales of Blawenburg blog. (blawenburgtales.com).

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Where to Park

You may park near the cemetery at the Princeton Elks Lodge, 354 Route 518, Skillman 08558. See the map below. 

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Where to Meet

Participants will meet in the cemetery at 1:30pm. It is located on Route 601north of the intersection of Georgetown-Franklin Turnpike (Route 518) and Route 601. The Stroll will end near the cemetery.

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Duration of the Tour​

Depending on the group size, the tour should take between 1 and 1.5 hours.

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Walk Carefully

We will be walking through grass, and the ground is uneven in spots. Please wear shoes that will be good for this location. If you use a cane or other walking appliance, please bring it with you.

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We look forward to seeing you at the West Blawenburg Stroll.

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