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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

December at Wharton State Forest…and Beyond!
December at Wharton State Forest…and Beyond!

It’s getting colder outside, but there is still plenty to do at Wharton State Forest, including special events at Batsto Village Historic Site!
 

Winter In The Pines
Winter In The Pines

Get in the holiday spirit at Batsto Village!
Sunday, December 3rd12:00 PM...

Horses and more!
Horses and more!

Join us for a fun day at Batsto Village Sunday ...November 5 ...from 12 noon until 3 PM.
Wagon rides will be available for a trip through the village. This is a fun ride with a little history lesson thrown in!

The children really enjoy this...

Busy Weekend at Batsto!
Busy Weekend at Batsto!

Saturday starts the weekend off with the 8th New Jersey Volunteer Infantry Civil War Living History Encampment. 

The 8th New Jersey Volunteer Infantry (8thnj.org)

Wool & Wagon
Wool & Wagon

Be sure to come to Batsto Village on Saturday October 28th to see a living history presentation by the 8th New Jersey Volunteer Infantry.

From 9AM - 3:30PM, the 8th will set up a camp, do some drilling (the marching kind) and answer all...