Revolutionary Passaic

Day 1

Arrive in the charming community of Little Falls. Named after one of its best natural features, it is a cozy suburb that’s known for its scenery and small-town charm.

Spend the afternoon exploring the historic streets of downtown and shopping. Grab some lunch at A Taco Affair for a gourmet take on traditional tacos. Check into one of the many group-friendly hotels that are available in the area. Freshen up for dinner at Maggie’s Tavern and cocktails at The Ties.

Day 2

The Paterson Museum and the Paterson Great Falls National Historic Park is devoted to the preservation and display of the city’s cultural, technological, and geological history. Visitors can enjoy the interpretation of Paterson’s unique, cultural legacy.

Explore Hinchliffe Stadium which is one of the last remaining Negro League stadiums in the United States. It is the first National Historic Landmark that honors baseball. Did you know that more than 20 baseball Hall of famers played at Hinchliffe Stadium?

The Dey Mansion Washington’s Headquarters in Wayne is a historic house museum, curated to provide visitors a glimpse of 18th century life. The mansion served as General George Washington’s headquarters during the summer and fall of 1780 and played a significant role in the American Revolution.

Enjoy dinner at In the Drink Restaurant & Bar , or The Taphouse in Wayne. Following an afternoon in Wayne, head over to Hawthorne for a visit to The Passaic County Arts Center at the John W. Rea House, located inside Goffle Brook Park . Guest can view the historic house and enjoy art exhibitions that are in rotation throughout the year.

Relax for the evening with dinner, cocktails, and live music at The Yard in Haledon or head back to Wayne for beers at Seven Tribesmen Brewery

Day 3

Ringwood Manor at Ringwood State Park was first constructed in 1810 by Martin Ryerson. The 10-room home eventually became the 51room estate that was occupied by the Hewitt family from the middle of the 19th century through the early part of the 20th century. the site boasts beautiful gardens and ancillary structures to explore.

Just a short drive down the road from Ringwood Manor, a beautiful Tudor-revival mansion built in the mid 1920’s by distinguished architect John Russell Pope awaits at Skylands Manor .

A visit to Skylands Manor would not be complete without a walk in the beautiful New Jersey Botanical Garden . Nature lovers and bird watchers can explore 96 acres of specialty gardens. Hikers and mountain bikers can enjoy 1,000 acres of woodlands. Finish your trip with lunch at Skyline Luncheonette or, Raku Sushi in Ringwood.