Deck The Halls

Dec. 2–6: During the American Revolution, Bedminster’s historic Jacobus Vanderveer House and Museum served as General Henry Knox’s headquarters.

Posted November 10, 2009 by Emily Faherty

Photo by Stephen Taylor.

Dec. 2–6: During the American Revolution, Bedminster’s historic Jacobus Vanderveer House and Museum served as General Henry Knox’s headquarters. Today, the old Dutch farmstead welcomes visitors to its annual Colonial Christmas show-house fundraiser. Top New Jersey interior designers and florists dress up the house with period furniture, festive greens, and more.

The five-day event kicks off at Trump National Golf Course with a luxury auction and luncheon offering holiday treats and entertaining tips from chef James Laird of Restaurant Serenade in Chatham (Wed, 11 am–2 pm). The house tours include boutique shopping, Colonial music, and even visits from Santa (Thurs–Sun, 10 am–4 pm). A cocktail reception features the Orpheus Chamber Orchestra and a raffle from 56 Degree Wine of Bernardsville (Fri, 6:30–8:30 pm). Call for ticket information. 955 Rt 202/206, Bedminster (908-212-7000, ext 611; jvanderveerhouse.com).

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