Start the summer off by visiting Wharton State Forest! Take a hike on National Trails Day, attend the Batsto Mansion “open house” on Father’s Day or stop by the museum shop to purchase the new Batsto Soda!
June 7: National Trails Day Hike - "How To Hike" the 1808 Trail
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Welcome to
Batsto Village
Batsto Village is an historic site in the South Central Pinelands of New Jersey. It is known throughout the country, both for its beauty and its historical significance. Batsto has roots dating back to 1766, with nearly two and a half centuries of American history available for our visitors to see, all with the lovely Pinelands as a scenic backdrop.
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History Tower Post Office Bud Wilson Interview
This website is maintained by the Batsto Citizens Committee, Inc.. We are a non-profit corporation dedicated to advising and assisting the state of New Jersey in preserving Batsto Village, and educating the public about its history. We’re also here to help make your visit to Batsto both enjoyable and memorable.
Batsto Village is overseen by the NJ Department of Environmental Protection’s Division of Parks & Forestry.
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Introducing "Trails & Tales of Wharton", a new monthly publication of nature and history related articles written by Wharton State Forest's nature and history interpretive staff!
A Nature Note: "You Lookin' At Me?"
The Batsto Citizens Committee, Inc. is pleased to once again present its annual Spring Antique Glass and Bottle Show on Sunday May 18th.
The popular Antique Glass and Bottle Show; held both in the spring and fall, will welcome shoppers beginning at 9AM and continue on until 3 PM. Bottles, glass items, antiques and collectibles will be available from a variety of vendor
Food and beverages will be available throughout day.
Glass was an important part of Batsto history....
May is an exciting month in Wharton State Forest! You can attend the Spring Antique, Glass and Bottle Show, take an extended tour of the Batsto mansion, join a nature hike or stop by the Batsto Store for some exciting new merchandise!
May 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30: Mansion Mysteries in May – Extended Tours of Batsto Mansion
The Batsto Citizens Committee, Inc. is pleased to once again present its annual Spring Antique Glass and Bottle Show on Sunday May 18th.
The popular Antique Glass and Bottle Show; held both in the spring and fall, will welcome shoppers beginning at 9AM and continue on until 3 PM. Bottles, glass items, antiques and collectibles will be available from a variety of vendor
Food and beverages will be available throughout day.
Glass was an important part of Batsto history....