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rt can be appreciated not only for its aestheticquality, but also for its artistic process andcontribution to history. Historic Speedwellhouses a beautiful collection of oil paintings by local
historic gures, such as Edward Kranich and Samuel
Morse. These collections tell the story of the social
and cultural history of Morris County from the mid
1800s, and provide an excellent view of the techniques
and processes used during this time period.
The collection at Historic Speedwell also includes
many beautiful quilts. These pieces of decorative
art showcase a variety of styles and patterns, such as
appliqué, ying geese and even a crazy quilt! Bothuseful and a form of expression, 19th century quiltsserved many purposes, such as providing warmth anda remembrance of friends and family.
Historic Speedwell in Morristown invites you
to attend their Adult Beginner Art Series:
“Art in the Making.”
Take an artist’s look at the Vail Homesteadand learn about the techniques and materials used byartists from the 19th century that create the beautiful
collections of art we appreciate today. In this tour andinstructional class, learn the historic process of paint-ing and use the techniques you’ve learned to createyour own work of art.
Art in the Making: Quilting
takes place on
Saturday, July 17
, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Art in the Making: Oil Painting
takes place on
Sunday, August15
, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. The cost is $10 per person
for supplies, tour and instructions. There is a 15 person
maximum per workshop. Ages 16 and older only.
Preregistration is required.
Art in the Making-Tour and Workshop at Historic Speedwell
T
oday, charcoal often is used to re up the backyard grill, but what actu
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ally makes it an efcient fuel? Charcoal was the world’s rst industrial
fuel and used in the early Morris County iron industry. At the Cooper
Gristmill in Chester Township, learn about the making of charcoal by the tra
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ditional method on
Thursday, July 15 to Sunday, July 18
. On Thursday and
Friday, the event is from 12 Noon to 4 p.m., and on Saturday and Sunday, from10 a.m. to 4 p.m.Watch how charcoal is made by slowly smoldering cordwood to removemoisture and volatile compounds. This leaves nearly pure carbon that burns
about twice as hot as wood. The process involves carefully constructinga pile of seasoned wood, and covering it with leaves or hay and a layer of dirt or sod. It is then lighted and burned with a controlled air supply untilthe wood has been converted to charcoal. The charcoal burn is presented by
Bierce Riley. Rick Brusco also demonstrates the use of charcoal in black
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smithing. Donations are appreciated.
For more information, call 908-879-5463. For more information or to preregister, please call 973-285-6535.
Charcoal Burning atthe Cooper Gristmill
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o be a wife of Stephen Vail took style, grace and ingenuity. The
entrepreneur of the 19th Century
Speedwell Ironworks had three wives
during his lifetime, spanning from 1801to 1864. Watch their stories come alivethrough a lifetime of fashion; from
wedding days and entertaining, tochild-rearing and dealing with death,
enjoy a close look at the many sides of
the three Mrs. Vail’s.On
Saturday, August 28
, HistoricSpeedwell in Morristown presents three
showings: 11:30 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m.Enjoy a journey through the life andtimes of three strong and stylish womenof the Speedwell Homestead – Bethiah,
Mary and Phebe. Please call to reserve
your time, 973-285-6535. Admission:$6 Adults, $5 Seniors, $4 Children 4-16.Under 4 are free.
For more information, please call 973-285-6550.
T
urn back the pages of history,
and relive various timelines of military camp life at Cooper Gristmill in Chester Township! Experi
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ence changes in different military eras,
including the French and Indian War,
as well as the Civil War, and glimpseactivities happening apart from the battleeld. Meet “Abe Lincoln” while
he gets his tintype photo taken, and
hear stories from re-enactors. Seedemonstrations of drills, campres,gear, utilities, artifacts and much more.
The journey to the past takes place on
Friday, July 9
, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
with an evening candlelight tour of the
camp lead by re-enactors. The event
continues on
Saturday, July 10
, from10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and later features
another evening candlelight tour of
camp by re-enactors from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. The program resumes on
Sunday, July 11
, at 10 a.m., andconcludes at 3 p.m.Suggested donation is $3 for adults, $2 for seniors (65+) and $1 for children ages 4 to 16. Children under age 4 are FREE.
For more information, please call 908-879-5463.
Military Timeline LivingHistory at Cooper GristmillMrs. Vail’s Closet:
19th Cntury Fashion Showat Historic Spdwll
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