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CANCELLED Fall Antique,Glass & Bottle Show CANCELLED
Regrettably,the prediction of inclement weather for the weekend has caused us to cancel Sunday's ( 9/24 ) Fall Antique, Glass and Bottle Show and wagon rides.
If you are a vendor, you will receive an email message from the event chair regarding refunding of space rental funds.
Be sure to visit us on our Facebook page...Friends of Batsto.
https://www.facebook.com/people/Friends-of-Batsto/100091926544904/
Summer Is Over… But Still Plenty to Come!
| Summer might be "over," but Wharton State Forest is open for business all year! Fall is the perfect time for hiking, camping and visiting Wharton State Forest's historic sites.
Atsion Mansion Tours
The Atsion Mansion will be open for tours through November. Come see one of the most significant examples of Greek Revival architecture in South Jersey! Never “modernized” with plumbing or electricity, the house stands largely as it did in 1826. Tours are 45-55 minutes and begin outside, between the mansion and office:
Tickets for tours can be purchased at the Atsion Office and are $3 for visitors over the age of 12, $1 for visitors ages 5-11 and free for visitors under 5-years-old. Atsion Mansion is located at 744 US 206, Shamong, NJ 08088. For more information or to confirm Atsion Mansion tour availability, please call the Atsion Office at (609) 268-0444.
Batsto Mansion Tours
Mansion tours continue this summer and fall at Batsto Village! Originally built in the eighteenth century as a small ironmaster’s house, the mansion now stands as it appeared after Joseph Wharton renovated the home in 1878. Serving as a vacation home for his family, the Batsto Mansion is an excellent example of the Italianate and Eastlake styles, both popular with the Victorian upper class. Tours are 45-55 minutes and begin on the mansion porch:
Tickets can be purchased at the Batsto Visitor Center and are $3 for visitors over the age of 12, $1 for visitors ages 5-11 and free for visitors under 5-years-old. Batsto Mansion is located at 31 Batsto Road, Hammonton, NJ 08037 in Historic Batsto Village. For more information or to confirm Batsto Mansion tour availability, please call the Batsto Visitor Center at (609) 561-0024.
Camping
Fall is a perfect time to go camping: cool nights, warm days, and the sights, smells and sounds of autumn. All our campgrounds are open for business! Make your reservations here: https://www.njportal.com/DEP/NJOutdoors/Park/Details?locationId=19 Atsion Family Camp will be open year-round. Atsion Cabins will close for the season on October 31 and will reopen again in 2024.
Fall Antique, Glass & Bottle Show
Sunday, September 24, 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM, Rain or Shine Join us for our annual Fall Antique, Glass & Bottle Show, presented by the Batsto Citizen’s Committee, Inc. Come to Batsto Village on September 24th to view Pine Barrens treasures, search for that rare find to add to your antique collection, or to take a fall stroll through the historic iron town and from 11AM - 2PM... Take a wagon ride!
While in the village, stop by the Batsto Mansion for a special Antique, Glass & Bottle Show tour! Tours will cover the first floor of the house and will be available throughout the day. Special artifacts will also be on view. Tickets can be purchased at the Batsto Visitor Center and are $3 for visitors over the age of 12, $1 for visitors ages 5-11 and free for visitors under 5-years-old. For more information, please call the Batsto Visitor Center at (609) 561-0024.
Seasonal historian and office worker Nick Muscella modeling some of our newest WSF gear! New T-Shirts and Hats Available Now!During your next visit, stop in the Batsto Visitor Center or Atsion Office to get your Wharton State Forest gear! Our newest designs include the Batsto Mansion, Atsion Mansion, and the Jersey Devil. Tee-shirts are $18 each.
SAVE THE DATE: October EventsOct. 20-22 – Atsion Mansion Flashlight Tours Oct. 25-29 – Batsto Village Lantern Tours Oct. 28 – 8th New Jersey VI Civil War Living History Encampment Oct. 29 – Haunting in the Pines
About Wharton State ForestLocated in the Pine Barrens of New Jersey, Wharton State Forest is New Jersey's largest state forest. It encompasses approximately 125,000 acres covering parts of Atlantic, Burlington and Camden counties providing a variety of recreational activities including hiking, biking, swimming and horseback riding. It is home to historic Batsto Village, Batsto and Atsion Mansions, and the Atsion Recreation Area. You can find more information about Wharton State Forest and other New Jersey state parks on our website at https://www.njparksandforests.org.
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Sunset Tours of the Atsion Mansion
Join us in the evening on Saturday, September 2nd and Sunday, September 3rd for guided sunset tours of the Atsion Mansion. Built in 1826 by Samuel Richards, the Atsion Mansion is one of the most notable examples of Greek Revival architecture in South Jersey.
Tours are 45-55 minutes and promptly begin outside the mansion at 5 PM, 6 PM, and 7 PM. Tickets can be purchased at the Atsion Office and are $5 per visitor. Space is limited, and visitors are encouraged to call ahead to reserve their spot.
Atsion Mansion is located at 744 US 206, Shamong, NJ 08088.
For more information or to confirm Atsion Mansion tour availability, please call the Atsion Office at (609) 268-0444.
Daytime Tours of the Atsion Mansion
The Atsion Mansion will also be open for daytime tours through November: Saturdays and Sundays at 1 PM and 2 PM. Tickets for daytime tours can be purchased at the Atsion Office and are $3 for visitors over the age of 12, $1 for visitors ages 5-11 and free for visitors under 5-years-old.
Atsion Mansion is located at 744 US 206, Shamong, NJ 08088.
For more information or to confirm Atsion Mansion tour availability, please call the Atsion Office at (609) 268-0444.
Daily Tours of the Batsto Mansion
Mansion tours continue this summer and fall at Batsto Village! Originally built in the eighteenth century as a small ironmaster’s house, the mansion now stands as it appeared after Joseph Wharton renovated the home in 1878. Serving as a vacation home for his family, the Batsto Mansion is an excellent example of the Italianate and Eastlake styles, both popular with the Victorian upper class.
Tours are 45-55 minutes and begin on the mansion porch:
- Wednesdays and Thursdays
- 11 AM, 1 PM, 2 PM
- Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays
- 10 AM, 11 AM, 1 PM, 2 PM, 3 PM
Tickets can be purchased at the Batsto Visitor Center and are $3 for visitors over the age of 12, $1 for visitors ages 5-11 and free for visitors under 5-years-old.
Batsto Mansion is located at 31 Batsto Road, Hammonton, NJ 08037 in historic Batsto Village.
For more information or to confirm Batsto Mansion tour availability, please call the Batsto Visitor Center at (609) 561-0024.
Antique Vehicles at the 2023 Country Living Fair
If you wish to display an antique vehicle at the October 15th, 2023 Country Living Fair, your vehicle must be registered prior to the event.
There are a few requirements for entry to the show and limited spaces. There is no cost to register a vehicle.
You can register on-line at the below link.
Antique Car Registration - Batsto Village
No unregistered vehicles will be admitted to the Country Living Fair.
Great Time For A Visit !
Before you know it, the children will be headed back to school and the summer will be behind us.
Whether you are a history buff, enjoy hiking, like to ride the bike, take the dog for a walk or just need a little time for yourself, Batsto is the place to spend some time.
Come visit us and enjoy this special place.
Batsto Ironworks Walking Tours Available Throughout July!
Tours are offered each Saturday in July at 10:00 AM and 1:00 PM. Tickets are $5 per person and are available by phone at (609) 561-0024 or at the Visitor Center.
Space is limited, and guests are encouraged to purchase their tickets in advance.
Kids Love Wagon Rides !
Especially at Batsto ....and so do adults!
These happy campers enjoyed their wagon ride at Batsto on a beautiful Sunday in June.
Let’s Go For A Ride !
Horse drawn wagon rides will be back at Batsto on Sunday June 4th from 12 noon to 3PM.
Come take a relaxing ride through the village, learn a little history and meet "Moxie" ...a beautiful, strong and very pleasant Persian horse providing the power!
Go Fly A Kite!
Join us on Earth Day to have some fun.
Like flying a kite!
(11AM - 3PM)
Here comes the sun.....and warm weather!
And wind?
Earth Day at Batsto
Saturday April 22nd ..
Come join us for some
Earth Day fun!
(meet at the pavilion in the rear of the parking lot at the Visitor Center)
- 8:30-9:00 Meet for a Guided Bird Hike. Dress appropriately, bring binoculars and water.
- 12:45-1:00 Meet for a Guided Bird Hike. Dress appropriately, bring binoculars and water.
- 11:00 - 3:00 Family Activities
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- Kite Flying: bring your own or purchase one for $2.
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- Scavenger Hunt
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- Story Book Hike
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- Hike the Trails
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- Children Crafts
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