Morven Museum & Garden

Join us for what promises to be a captivating panel discussion about Morven's journey from the Governor's mansion to a museum in 2004. September 12 | 6:30-8PM The panel will feature speakers who were essential to preserving Morven as an educational space for future generations of New Jerseyans. They will share the ins and outs of navigating state politics, researching and restoring an over 200-year-old house, and the challenges of garnering support to preserve one of New Jersey’s most historic sites. As a special bonus, your ticket includes access to our current exhibition, "Morven Revealed: Untold Stories from New Jersey’s Most Historic Home," from 5-6PM before the program. This is an in-person and online event. Register here: https://lnkd.in/eWbe3hDz Image: (Detail) Key figures to Morven’s three-phase restoration project: (left to right) Executive Director of Historic Morven, Inc.,Emily Croll, policy advisor Carol Cronheim, director of the New Jersey State Museum Leah Sloshberg, and president of the board of trustees Georgie Schley. Courtesy of Morven Archive.

Outdoor yoga in Morven's Gardens? Yes, please! We're thrilled to offer weekly *donation-based yoga classes on the grounds of our beautiful gardens led by our friends at Gratitude Yoga. The "all-levels" Vinyasa class is open to everyone. Wednesdays: August 21, 28, & September 4 | 6-7PM In the event of rain, we will move inside our Stockton Education Center - a lovely, peaceful space for an uplifting yoga practice. Please bring a yoga mat, a towel, a water bottle, and an open heart. *Donations provide essential support for our exhibitions, educational programming, and special events and help us preserve and share our history. Registration is requested to help us plan for attendance: https://lnkd.in/ecAUgqMy

This year’s Democratic National Convention has drawn comparisons to the 1968 DNC, which was also held in Chicago. Throwing it back to '68, here's how Morven was connected: At the time, Morven served as the executive mansion for New Jersey Governor Richard Hughes. Hughes was a close ally of President Lyndon Baines Johnson, who, in March 1968, made a surprising announcement that he would not seek a second term. In the lead-up to the Convention, Hughes was chosen as chairman of the Equal Rights Committee and the Convention Credentials Committee. The Hughes family traveled to Chicago to support Richard, and Betty Hughes, NJ’s First Lady, wrote about it in her regular newspaper column, giving details on her family logistics, hosting luncheons, and a few notes on the fashion of other politicians' wives. Vice President Hubert Humphrey was chosen as the party’s candidate for the presidential race. While Hughes was named as a possible running mate, Maine Senator Edmund Muskie was ultimately selected; Hughes’ work in the Credential Committee would go on to help reform the Democratic party. Visit our current exhibition, "Morven Revealed: Untold Stories from New Jersey’s Most Historic Home," to learn more about the lesser-known stories about Morven's notable residents: https://lnkd.in/exNssyt6 Image 1: (Detail)Hubert Humphrey in Morven’s Dining Room with Devy Chafey, personal Secretary to Betty Hughes, c. 1968. Courtesy of Helen Hughes Patterson. Image 2: (Detail) Muriel Humphrey visiting Morven on the campaign trail, September 13, 1968. Morven Archive.

Great write-up by Linda Sipprelle for TAPinto.net - Local News and Digital Marketing Princeton, New Jersey. We were indeed at capacity in our Stockton Education Center on August 17 for a fascinating presentation from author Juliette C. Wells about her new book “A New Jane Austen: How Americans Brought Us the World's Greatest Novelist.” Thank you to our wonderful event partners at the Princeton Public Library, NJ, and the Jane Austen Society of North America - New Jersey Region. https://lnkd.in/geB2CEx2

Hey there, college students - this one's for you! We've got a great Communications Internship opportunity for the fall semester. It's hybrid, and we'll work around your schedule. The deadline to apply is August 23. We'd love to hear from you! https://lnkd.in/eF5KrW_4

We’re hiring! Communications Intern to assist with digital media and communications. This is a hybrid, part-time role for the fall semester, September - December 2024. Please apply by August 23 to be considered. Details here: https://lnkd.in/eF5KrW_4

Ok, this is a biggie, friends! SUPER EXCITED to announce Vintage Vibe Tribe will be performing at our 1930s-inspired Time Travel Dinner Party on Monday, September 23! This group loves a good theme party - (they were a huge hit at our July Fourth Jubilee)! The deadline to get your tickets to THE party of the year is THIS Thursday, August 8. Details & ticket info here: https://lnkd.in/g8yxh5qB

Our Time Travel Party will be one for the books. ARE YOU IN? We're talking drinks, dinner, dancing, and all the glitz and glam of the 1930s through the lens of socialites Maggi and Robert Wood Johnson Jr., who made Morven their home.    On Monday, September 23, join us for the Cocktail Hour, or better yet, make a night of it and stay for the Dinner Party! The deadline to snag a ticket is Thursday, August 8. Dinner Party tickets here: https://lnkd.in/g8yxh5qB Cocktail Party-only tickets here: https://lnkd.in/guUihspC Funds raised will support Morven’s work to commemorate the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and the important role Morven played as the home of a Signer, Richard Stockton. Images left to right: Portrait of Margaret Shea Johnson, 1929. Morven Archive, Sheila Johnson Brutsch Collection, and Portrait of Robert Wood Johnson, Jr., 1929. Morven Archive, Sheila Johnson Brutsch Collection.

What do JFK, Georgia O’Keeffe, Grace Kelly, Althea Gibson and Peter Benchley have in common? They were all guests at Morven! Our current exhibition “Morven Revealed,” is a delightful peek behind the curtain to share the lesser known stories of a historic home that has played a role in the history of New Jersey and the nation for more than 200 years See “Morven Revealed: Untold Stories from New Jersey’s Most Historic Home” On view through March 2, 2025 Wednesday - Sunday | 10-4pm https://lnkd.in/exNssyt6

We're hiring! We have part-time positions open for immediate hire: morven.org/opportunities 🌼 Curatorial Assistant - deadline today! 🌸 Curatorial Intern 🌺 Horticulturist/Gardener Share this post - tell a friend!