Somersteps: Finding Hope Farm Hike

Hike the historic bounds of "Hope Farm" from the Wallace House in Somerville to the Raritan River Greenway. Learn about the building of the Wallace House 250 years ago, the historic preservation of Wallace House & Old Dutch Parsonage underway today and the American Revolution on the Raritan River.

The walk covers about 3.1 miles on flat surfaces on sidewalk and pavement. Dress for the weather, wear sturdy footgear and bring water and snacks. The walk takes about 1 ½ hours and begins and ends at Wallace House & Old Dutch Parsonage State Historic Sites.

Preview route on Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/VhcsUCjaA96eiCF37

Wallace House & Old Dutch Parsonage State Historic Sites are supported by the Wallace House and Old Dutch Parsonage Association, Proud Partner of Revolution NJ.

🥾 The 4th Saturday of April is Celebrate Trails Day — @RailsToTrails’ annual celebration of America’s trails! 2026 marks #America250 and @railstotrails 40th, so it’s going to be an extra special celebration. Explore ways to #CelebrateTrails and learn how to win great prizes for participating: RailsToTrails.Org/CelebrateTrailsDayDay.

🧱 The Revitalization of State Historic Sites is underway “Down the Brook” for Revolution NJ. The historic rehabilitation of Wallace House & Old Dutch Parsonage is supported in part by Semiquincentennial Grants from the Historic Preservation Fund administered by the National Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior.

⭐ is New Jersey’s official observance of the 250th anniversaries of New Jersey’s first Constitution July 2, 2026 and the American Revolution in New Jersey from 2024 – 2033.