Here's What Happening in Wharton Sate Forest in July!
July 12: 98th Annual Captain Emilio Carranza Memorial Service
Join us Saturday, July 12th at 1 PM. as Wharton State Forest honors and celebrates the legacy of Captain...
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.
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.
Country Living Fair Antique Car Show Antique Glass & Bottle Show
Here's What Happening in Wharton Sate Forest in July!
July 12: 98th Annual Captain Emilio Carranza Memorial Service
Join us Saturday, July 12th at 1 PM. as Wharton State Forest honors and celebrates the legacy of Captain...
Come join us for some fun and informative exhibitions by the Pinelands Retriever Club and the Seashore Dog Training Club on Sunday July 27th from 10AM - 2PM in the lower village.
This is a free event ( there is an entrance fee to the park between Memorial Day and Labor Day of $5.00 / car ).
Take a tour of the mansion and visit the post...
Colonial Regiment Brings History Alive!
The rattle of musketry and thunder of cannon will mix with the sounds of fife and drum as The Second Pennsylvania Regiment of the Continental Line opens a window to the past and presents a vivid and exciting look at the soldier of the American Revolution in Batsto Village on Saturday, July 19 from 11AM - 4PM.
The Second Pennsylvania Regiment is a colorful and authentic...
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
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?"