Historic Walnford

Historic Walnford This historic district features an 19th century grist mill, the elegant Waln family home, and more! Pets are not allowed on the site.

Picturesque after a snowfall, full of fascinating history throughout the year, any day is a great time to visit this wonderful historic site and learn more about the Waln family and the evolution of Walnford over two centuries - from an 18th century industrial village and family farm to an elegant country estate. At the heart of the Crosswicks Creek Greenway (1,436 acres), the site showcases over

200 years of social, technological and environmental history through the Waln family. The historic district includes 36 acres of field, woodland and wetlands. Visit the large, elegant home built in 1773, the 19th century gristmill and the farm buildings set in a beautiful landscape. Please Note: The Monmouth County Park System monitors posts made on park pages. To review our posting policies, please visit http://bit.ly/MCPS_SocialMediaPolicy.

10/15/2025

Step back in time at Historic Walnford, Upper Freehold, for the Opening Reception of "My Darling Dearest", an exhibit exploring the importance of letter writing and the postal service as a view into the life of families and businesses of the past.
After the opening, the exhibit will remain on display on the first floor of the Waln House from 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
For more information and directions, visit https://bit.ly/MCPS_HistoricWalnford.

08/26/2025

Step into Victorian life! ✨ Discover fascinating stories about fashion, etiquette, and home life—past and present. Tea & sweet treats follow—bring your own teacup and share its story! ☕ Register by visiting https://bit.ly/MCPS_G0354X

UPDATE: The house has reopened to visitors.PLEASE NOTE: Due to construction, the Waln House is open on weekends only. It...
04/02/2025

UPDATE: The house has reopened to visitors.

PLEASE NOTE: Due to construction, the Waln House is open on weekends only. It will be closed on weekdays. The site’s parking lot and grounds remain open.

Due to construction, the Waln House is open weekends only. It will be closed on weekdays. The site’s parking lot and grounds remain open.

10/09/2024

Calling all Swifties! Join us at Historic Walnford on October 13 to listen to the tunes of Taylor Swift, learn about the history of friendship bracelets, and make one of your own to take home!

10/01/2024
This Sunday, September 22, kick off the beginning of autumn with our annual Fall Antique Auto Display from 10 a.m.-2 p.m...
09/19/2024

This Sunday, September 22, kick off the beginning of autumn with our annual Fall Antique Auto Display from 10 a.m.-2 p.m., as well as some fantastic bluegrass music played on the porch from 1-3 p.m.

🌳 Calling all history buffs and ice cream lovers! 🍦 This Thursday, join us as we step back in time and celebrate the 250...
06/04/2024

🌳 Calling all history buffs and ice cream lovers!
🍦 This Thursday, join us as we step back in time and celebrate the 250th anniversary of Walnford. Explore the stunning house that the Walns once called home and indulge in a taste of nostalgia with mouthwatering ice cream made from an 18th-century recipe.
Don't miss out on this unique experience!

05/29/2024

𝗣𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗡𝗼𝘁𝗲: 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗹𝘆 𝗰𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗼𝗻 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗱𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗹 𝗳𝘂𝗿𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗻𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗱𝘂𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗿𝗼𝗮𝗱𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸. 𝗣𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗸’𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝘁 𝟳𝟴 𝗪𝗮𝗹𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗱 𝗥𝗼𝗮𝗱, 𝗔𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝘄𝗻.

Step back in time with us this Sunday, May 19, during Wᴀʟɴꜰᴏʀᴅ Dᴀʏ!⁠During this annual celebration of 200 years of Waln ...
05/15/2024

Step back in time with us this Sunday, May 19, during Wᴀʟɴꜰᴏʀᴅ Dᴀʏ!⁠
During this annual celebration of 200 years of Waln history, our visitors will enjoy historical demonstrations and displays, wagon rides, bluegrass music, and more.⁠
Get all the details at https://bit.ly/MCPS_WalnfordDay.

Looking for a seasonal job or know someone else who is? There's nothing better than working outdoors in a gorgeous park ...
03/12/2024

Looking for a seasonal job or know someone else who is? There's nothing better than working outdoors in a gorgeous park setting!
Beautiful Crosswicks Creek Park is currently looking for seasonal Park Rangers to join their staff.
Applicants must be 17 or older. Get full details and download an application today at https://www.monmouthcountyparks.com/page.aspx?ID=5121.

𝑌𝑜𝑢 𝑎𝑟𝑒 𝐶𝑜𝑟𝑑𝑖𝑎𝑙𝑙𝑦 𝐼𝑛𝑣𝑖𝑡𝑒𝑑 𝑡𝑜 𝑇𝑒𝑎 this Friday, March 15 at 12 p.m.!Share in four generations of the Waln family's history...
03/11/2024

𝑌𝑜𝑢 𝑎𝑟𝑒 𝐶𝑜𝑟𝑑𝑖𝑎𝑙𝑙𝑦 𝐼𝑛𝑣𝑖𝑡𝑒𝑑 𝑡𝑜 𝑇𝑒𝑎 this Friday, March 15 at 12 p.m.!
Share in four generations of the Waln family's history as you tour the site and then sample freshly brewed teas and baked goods prepared from recipes of the 18th, 19th and early 20th centuries.
Registration is required: https://bit.ly/MCPS_G0242X.

02/27/2024

Please Note: The gristmill is currently closed to visitors as roofing work is in process. It will reopen in a few weeks. Check back for updates.

Address

62 Walnford Road
Upper Freehold
08501

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm
Saturday 9am - 4pm
Sunday 9am - 4pm

Telephone

+17328424000

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