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Day Two
Home » New Jersey » New Jersey - Long Stay » Day TwoThere is always something for everyone to experience and enjoy at New Jersey’s State Historic Sites. Weather it’s the Revolutionary War Battlefield, lighthouse’s, a village reminiscent of the times long past, or a home of a president, there is something for everyone. Come and explore many fascinating historic sites that span the 18th, 19th and 20th centuries. Many historic sites are open year round, Wednesday through Sunday from 10:00 to noon and from 1:00 to 4:00, although times may very. The Barnegat Lighthouse State Park is on the northern tip of Long Beach Island. The Barnegat Lighthouse was one of the most crucial “change of course” points for coastal vessels. The beautiful panoramic view awaits visitors at the top of the lighthouse. The Central Railroad of New Jersey stood with the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island from 1892 through 1954 to unfold one of the nations most dramatic stones. After the immigrants were greeted by the Statue of Liberty and processed at Ellis Island, the immigrants would buy their tickets and board the train and head to their new homes. The park opens daily at 6:00 and offers a variety of recreational activities. The Manmouth Battlefield State Park is where one of the largest battles of the American Revolution took place. Every year a reenactment of the June 1778 battle takes place with authentically dressed troops camped out in the park and situated in the fields for fighting. The park has miles of hiking and horseback riding trails, picnic areas and a restored Revolutionary War farmhouse and a visitors center.
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