62 Walnford Road, Upper Freehold, NJ 08501
(609) 259-6275
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Picturesque after a snowfall, full of fascinating history throughout the year, any day is a great time to visit this wonderful historic site and learn more about the Waln family and the evolution of Walnford over two centuries - from an 18th century industrial village and family farm to an elegant country estate. At the heart of the Crosswicks Creek Greenway (1436 acres), the site showcases over 200 years of social, technological and environmental history through the Waln family. The historic district includes 36 acres of field, woodland and wetlands. Pets are not allowed on the site.
Visit the large, elegant home built in 1774, the operating 19th century gristmill and the farm buildings set in a beautiful landscape. The site is open 8am - 4:30pm every day.
Gristmill Demonstrations
Experience the rumbling and clacking of the gristmill as our industrial heritage comes alive again along the banks of Crosswicks Creek. See corn ground into meal as it was done in the 19th century, during demonstrations on weekends April-November from 1-4pm. All ages are welcome, under 14 with adult. Call (609) 259-6275 for more information about demonstrations, drop-in programs and reserved group tours.
Photos of Historic Walnford
Walnford's Buildings and landscape features represent every era of the site's 250 year history. These photos are provided to encourage your personal visit. Click on image to make larger.
Corn Crib entrance way 1879 Carriage House
1772 Waln House Waln House kitchen
Working Grist Mill Interior view of Grist Mill
Upcoming Free Events at Historic Walnford
Sit Thee Down, Chairs That Furnished Walnford
Daily, October 3 thru February 21 from 8am- 4:30pm
This exhibit displays a variety of chairs, both plain and fancy, that once furnished the Walnford estate throughout the 18th and 19th centuries.Roses are Red, Violets are Blue...
Sunday, February 14 from 1-4pm
See samples of 19th century valentines and create your own token of affection.Blowing in the Wind - Weathervanes
Saturday, March 14 from 2-3pm
(ages 7 and up)
Come see the elegant leaping stag on top of the Carriage house and then make a simple weathervane to take home.Milling at Walnford
Saturday, April 3 from 1-4pm
Milling resumes as corn is ground into meal on weekend afternoons through November.Blue Days
Sunday, April 18 from 9am-4pm
Enjoy all the wonderful blue sights at Historic Walnford - blue skies, blue mill and, for a few quick weeks, bluebells along the banks of Crosswicks Creek.Working with Wood
Saturday, April 24 from 1-4pm
Watch master craftsman Tom Kelleher shap beautiful and useful wooden objects from rough lumber.The Cooper at Walnford
Sunday, April 25 from 12noon-4pm
Watch Tom Kelleher use historic tools and techniques of this historical trade.Hay Forks and Rakes
Sunday, April 25 from 12noon-4pm
Watch as craftsmen, through careful carving and steaming, transform a log into a hay fork or rake.Spinning and Weaving
Sunday, May 9 from 1-4pm
Meet the sheep that provide wool fleece, watch as expert fingers spin the fibers and see how the resulting yarn is woven into cloth on the large floor looms.Fiddler on the Porch
Sunday, May 16 from 1-3pm
Listen to traditional melodies performed by our itinerant fiddler Pete Brady while touring the site.For more information call: 609-259-6275.
Directions:
Please note: If you choose do an internet search for directions to this address, be aware that the parking lot on site is not accessible from the Walnford Rd/Hill Rd intersection. Directions below.
From the East Via I-195: Take Exit 11 (Imlaystown/Cox's Corner) and turn left onto Rt.43 (Imlaystown/Hightstown Rd). At the first intersection, turn right onto Rt. 526/Red Valley Rd. At the first light, turn left onto Sharon Station Rd and follow approximately 2 miles. Turn right onto Rt. 539 North. Travel a short distance and turn left onto Holmes Mills Rd. Make first right onto Walnford Road which leads directly into the park..
From the West: Follow I-195 to Exit 8 (Allentown), Rt. 524/539. Turn right and follow Rt. 539 through Allentown. Turn right onto Holmes Mills Rd and then right onto Walnford Rd, which leads directly into the park.
From the North: Take Rt. 9, 79, or 34S to 537W to Rt. 539 in Upper Freehold. Turn right onto Rt. 539 (Forked River Rd), then left onto Burlington Path Rd. Turn right onto Holmes Mills Rd and then left onto Walnford Rd, which leads directly into the park.
