Time: 1:00 pm–4:00 pm
Macculloch Hall Historical Museum is open for guided tours and visits to exhibits on Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday afternoons from 1pm – 4pm, please visit www.maccullochhall.org for holiday closings. The historic gardens are also open (free of charge) when the Museum is open. Enjoy docent-led tours through the period rooms to learn the history of the Macculloch family and W. Parsons Todd, the philanthropist who transformed this family home into a museum with a superb collection of fine English and American decorative arts. During tours of the gorgeous historic home visitors will view a variety of decorative art pieces as well as the Museum's collection of original artwork by caricaturist Thomas Nast. Nast, a well-known political cartoonist who popularized the Democratic Donkey and the Republican Elephant, also contributed to America’s contemporary image of Santa Claus. Macculloch Hall Historical Museum has the largest collection of Nast originals in the nation. Visitors can also purchase a ticket to visit any of the changing exhibits in the three galleries at the Museum or can enjoy the galleries before or after their room tours. The Museum gift shop is also open during touring hours and visitors can find a selection of Thomas Nast items, as well as a wide range of local history books and other gifts. Guided tours leave through out touring hours, with the last leaving around 3pm. The galleries and gift shop are open until 4pm. Tickets to tour and/or visit the galleries are Adults $8; Seniors & Students $6; Children 6 – 12 $4. Members and children under 5 are free. Members receive unlimited visits to exhibits, tours and discounts for special programs. Memberships may be purchased during touring hours or via www.maccullochhall.org. For more information about programs and exhibits please visit our website or Facebook page, accessible through the website.
Macculloch Hall Historical Museum preserves the history of the Macculloch-Miller families, the Morris area community, and the legacy of its founder W. Parsons Todd through its historic site, collections, exhibits, and educational and cultural programs. The Museum is open for house and exhibit tours on Wednesdays, Thursdays & Sundays from 1 to 4 p.m. The last tour leaves at 3pm. Adults $8; Seniors & Students $6; Children 6 – 12 $4. Members and children under 5 are free. The gardens are open (free of charge) during Museum hours. Please check our website for any holiday closings. Call (973) 538-2404 ext. 10, visit our website www.maccullochhall.org or find us on Facebook. Macculloch Hall Historical Museum, 45 Macculloch Ave., Morristown, NJ 07960. Macculloch Hall Historical Museum is a nonprofit educational affiliate of the W. Parsons Todd Foundation.
Image attached: Macculloch Hall Exterior_2010_Courtesy of Stan Freeny
