# A Victorian Thanksgiving — Historic Speedwell, Morristown

> Event for families in the New York–Newark–Jersey City area (NY / NJ). Times are Eastern Time.

- When: Sat, Nov 14 · 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM
- Where: Historic Speedwell, 333 Speedwell Avenue, Morristown, NJ 07960
- Ages: 13 & up with an adult
- Price: $35 per person
- Organizer: Morris County Park Commission
- Official page: https://register1.vermontsystems.com/wbwsc/njmorriscounty.wsc/search.html?Module=AR&Display=Detail&Keyword=HearthCooking
- Last checked: Wed, Nov 4

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## About

Using recipes from some local cookbooks of the period, join Morris County Park Commission staff in recreating dishes prepared during this cherished American food holiday. All cooking is conducted over the open-hearth fire at Historic Speedwell.

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