Historic Smithville’s Monster Bash October 25th, 2025 (rain Nov 1) Vendors: all day Horror Queen Genoveva Rossi: signing autographs all day Live music TBA Pumpkin Carving/Painting contest: (winner announced at 4pm) Costume Contest ($100 CASH prize): Free to register at … Continue reading
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Witches Day Out! October 26, 2025 Enjoy some magical shopping and scary good deals! Enjoy shop treats and discounts for anyone wearing a witches hat! Witches Day Out is from 12:00pm – 5:00pm Calling all Witches! Come dressed in your … Continue reading
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December in Smithville is a winter wonderland! When you get caught up in the hustle and bustle of the holidays, plan a day at Smithville to slow it down, enjoy your family and be reminded of the simpler pleasures of … Continue reading
William Batchelor Homestead This house is a testament to the art of fine craftsmanship. Mortise and tenon construction, joists, and timbers are held in place by wooden pegs. The fireplace bricks came over from England as ballast in a sailing … Continue reading
Quaker Meeting House In keeping with Quaker tradition, everything in this old Church is strictly functional. From the pews with their corn husk pads to the simple folding clerk’s bench. There were no ushers, singing, or music… but always a … Continue reading
Jonathan B. Martin Homestead If the old Martin homestead had been left in place it would be standing right in the middle of the Atlantic City Expressway. Fortunatley ,it was moved, restored, and beautifully furnished. It had a massive … Continue reading
Barnicle Barn A typical Southern New Jersey Barn the simple construction of the horse stalls is a carry over from the early 19th century. In contrast to architectural changes in early home construction, exterior barn design changed little in the … Continue reading
Greenwich Post Office Ninety-three years of U.S. mail flowed through the Greenwich Post Office. Many who came to transact business stayed on to chat, perching themselves in the open front window. A no-nonsense postmistress finally put a stop to the … Continue reading
Grist Mill Built in 1790, Sharptown New Jersey. In the most rural communities, families grew their own grains and took them to just such a mill for grinding. Our water powered Grist Mill was used to grind the daily quota … Continue reading
James B. Johnson Homestead You’re looking at the most elegant dwelling in Historic Smithville. The front of this homestead was built in 1850, and the rear 1820. Its owner captained a two-masted sailing ship that carted goods up and down the American … Continue reading
