Historical Attractions

Situated Near New Jersey Historical Sites

Discover what life was like during the mid 19th century through guided tours, special programs, events and exhibits close to The Olde Mill Inn. There is so much to see around the Basking Ridge area – from the landmark estate, Historic Speedwell, to the winter encampments of George Washington’s troops at Jockey Hollow. There are endless historic places in New Jersey to see during your stay, and our hotel is located just minutes from some of these amazing places.

Jockey Hollow & Wick Farm

Morristown National Historical Park
30 Washington Pl, Morristown, NJ 07960-6657
973-543-4030

Take a special guided tour through the historic Wick Farm, a mid-1700s farmhouse. Follow the path for 4.5-mile hike to the reconstruction of the soldiers’ barracks that will take you to nearly every corner of Jockey Hollow.

New Jersey Brigade Encampment Area

Walk-in site only, Leddell Road, Morristown

Washington’s Headquarters & Ford Mansion

Morristown National Historical Park
30 Washington Place
Morristown, NJ 07960-4299
973-539-2016

Washington’s Headquarters and the Ford Mansion refer to thelocations used as a headquarters by George Washington, the firstUnited States President, who was also a Colonel in the French andIndian War and commander of the Continental Army during theAmerican Revolutionary War. Located at Morristown NationalHistorical Park, Washington’s Headquarters, Ford Mansion andthe Washington’s Headquarters Museum Revolutionary WarMuseum are all popular New Jersey historical sites to visit duringyour stay.

Historic Speedwell and Vail House

333 Speedwell Avenue
Morristown, NJ 07960-9384
973-540-0211

Discover life during the early years of the Industrial Revolution and the dawn of a new era in communications at the birthplace of the Telegraph. The historic speedwell is a 7.5-acre National Historic Landmark site which preserves the restored estate of Stephen Vail, proprietor of the Speedwell Iron Works from the early to mid-1800s. Enjoy two New Jersey historical sites at this attraction.

Fosterfields Living Historical Farm

73 Kahdena Road
Morristown, NJ 07960
973-326-7645

The 200-acre Fosterfields Living Historical Farm offers educational activities and demonstrations of turn-of-the-century 1920s farming methods and life. Visitors are encouraged to participate in various farm-related activities.

Morris Museum of Arts and Sciences

6 Normandy Heights Road
Morristown, NJ 07960
973-538-8069

The Morris Museum features a distinguished collection of costumes and textiles, fine art, decorative art, dolls and toys, natural science, geology, paleontology and anthropology.

Museum of Early Trades and Crafts

9 Main Street
Madison, NJ 07940
973-377-2982

Exhibitions, demonstrations and collection of trades and crafts practices in New Jersey from its earliest settlement. Enjoy educational programs for people of all ages at this museum.

U.S. Golf Museum

77 Liberty Corner Road
Far Hills, NJ 07931
908-234-2300

The U.S. Golf Museum is an educational museum for those who have a deep appreciation for the history of the game and its participants. The museum holds the world’s premier collection of golf artifacts and memorabilia, engaging exhibits and interactive displays. Visitors are welcome to enjoy some of the greatest moments in golf history.

Activity Attractions

Explore Things to Do in the Somerset Hills

Located amidst the rolling terrain of Central New Jersey, the Somerset Hills is a charming collection of communities featuring a wealth of activities. This region of NJ is known for elegant architecture, tree-lined thoroughfares and pristine parks, each offering sites worth exploring.

From craft, home and boutique shopping along the “Country Mile” to hiking and history at Jockey Hollow, there are endless things to do in the Somerset Hills near the Olde Mill Inn.

Our premier location is just moments away from inspiring historical Central Jersey attractions as well as these local attractions:

  • The Somerset County Environmental Education Center
  • The Lord Stirling Stables
  • The USGA Golf Museum
  • The beautiful Leonard J. Buck Garden along with many other local parks and athletic facilities
  • Additional museums, theaters, cinema, golf courses and local art galleries
  • A wide variety of tourism activities throughout Somerset County
  • Several high-end shopping malls including the The Mall at Short Hills which offers all guests of the Olde Mill Inn the Short Hills Passport to Style with savings at more than 80 boutiques including Brooks Brothers, Cole Haan, Henri Bendel, Neiman Marcus, Sephora, Salvatore Ferragamo and more, available only to guests of select hotels (in rooms or ask at the hotel Front Desk).

We are happy to say we also provide leisure travelers with a variety of onsite activities. Enjoy casual dining with us at the Grain House Restaurant, or work out at our Fitness Center, or just relax in our courtyard or at the Coppertop Pub. There are always enjoyable things to do during your stay with us!