# Event Details

- **Event Name**: July Open House — The Declaration and New Jersey
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 12 Jul, 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sun, 12 Jul, 2026 at 04:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Oakland Historical Society
July Open House — The Declaration and New Jersey
Sunday, July 12, 1:00–4:00 PM
Historic Van Allen House
Franklin Avenue and Ramapo Valley Road, Oakland

Join us as we celebrate the 249th anniversary of Washington’s visit to the Van Allen House, which became the headquarters of the Continental Army during his stay.

– Public Reading of the Declaration of Independence @ 2 pm
– America250 Pop-Up Exhibit: Revolutionary War Muskets, Bayonets, Battlefield Artifacts, Colonial Currency, and Much More!
– Blacksmithing + Spinning Demonstrations
– Crafts & Games
– House Tours + Oakland Museum
– Refreshments

Educational and fun for all ages.

★ Free Admission ★ Activities for the Entire Family! ★ Donations Gladly Accepted ★

Rain or Shine; Some Activities are Weather Permitting; Events are Subject to Change.

America250 talks sponsored by the Oakland Public Library will resume in September.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/oakland/july-open-house-—-the-declaration-and-new-jersey/200030332283527
- **Event Categories**: pop-ups, nonprofit
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 10

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Oakland
- **state**: NJ
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 3 Franklin Avenue, Oakland, NJ, United States, New Jersey 07436
- **lat**: 41.02963
- **long**: -74.23621
- **full address**: 3 Franklin Avenue, Oakland, NJ, United States, New Jersey 07436

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is July Open House — The Declaration and New Jersey being held?
  - **A:** July Open House — The Declaration and New Jersey takes place on Sun, 12 Jul, 2026 at 01:00 pm to Sun, 12 Jul, 2026 at 04:00 pm at 3 Franklin Avenue, Oakland, NJ, United States, New Jersey 07436.
- **Q**: Who is organizing July Open House — The Declaration and New Jersey?
  - **A:** July Open House — The Declaration and New Jersey is organized by Oakland Historical Society, Inc..
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** July Open House — The Declaration and New Jersey is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Oakland, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If July Open House — The Declaration and New Jersey sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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