Monday, November 29, 2010

Petty's Run & Old Barracks in Trenton

The future of Petty's Run in Trenton is uncertain, although it seems the state has money earn-marked only for this archaeological site. Article from 27 Nov. 2010: Lt. Gov Guadagno wants archeological dig on NJ statehouse lawn buried. Angry preservationists charge she considers New Jersey historic site an ‘eyesore'. By Tom Herster Sr. NEWJERSEYNEWSROOM.COM

For more on Petty's Run, visit: http://www.pettysrun.org/

The rest of this is on the nearby Old Barracks Museum.

Special Events "Patriot's Week": Dec 26 & 28 in 2010.

The Old Barracks is located in downtown Trenton, next to the New Jersey State House, and is easily accessible. Parking information is provided by Trenton Downtown Association.

As of November 2010, the Old Barracks is open every day (except Thanksgiving, Dec, 24, 25, Jan 1st & Easter) from 10 am - 5pm, providing tours for small groups and individuals. (For groups of more than 15, please call ahead.) $8 for adults; $6 for seniors & Students with IDs. NJ TRANSIT offers service on the River Line to Trenton Station and can connect with any Capital Connection bus (601, 606, 608, 609) for service to the Old Barracks Museum. Passengers should get off at West State Street, far side of the Willow Street bus stop and walk 1/2 block south to the museum. Visit www.njtransit.com or call 973-275-5555.

History of the Old Barracks

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