Historic Speedwell — Attraction in Morristown

The Strangest Things event at Historic Speedwell was a nice evening filled with fun activities. I particularly enjoyed participating in the escape room and being present for the séance, which added a thrilling touch to the night. It was great to see that they also offered activities like pumpkin painting, and the apple cider was delicious!

However, there are a few areas where the experience could be enhanced. When we first arrived, there wasn’t much lighting, which could have added to the spooky atmosphere. It would be great if guests were encouraged to bring flashlights or battery-powered lanterns to create a more immersive experience.

Additionally, for visitors unfamiliar with Historic Speedwell, especially during the fall and Halloween season, it would have been helpful to have someone share a bit of history about the site. Having staff or volunteers at each station telling historical stories would provide an educational element alongside the entertainment.

I applaud the actors and volunteers for their hard work, and we enjoyed the bits of history that were shared. This event is for anyone looking to enjoy a night of fall-themed activities while learning about the rich history of...

The telegraph is without a doubt an important invention and this place being its birthplace makes it worth a visit. The museum was very informative and showed the evolution of communication technology since the invention of the telegraph. While the telegraph is mostly associated with Morse, the museum also highlights the lesser known Alfred Vail, whose contributions are as significant.

The entire historic complex is made up of picture worthy buildings, one of which is the home of the industrialist Stephen Vail, Alfred's father. There are docent-led tours of the house but the museum is mostly self-guided. You can book the tour at the Visitor Center. Make this your first stop if you're visiting. We were here...

I had a wonderful experience visiting Historic Speedwell. The staff was very accommodating when I asked if I could take a tour even though no 'official' tour guides were available. I told them I didn't mind being a 'guinea pig' if one of the 2 newer workers wanted to give a tour. One of them jumped at the chance and she did a wonderful job! The house/property has a fascinating history and the other buildings with exhibits/history text were set up very well. I wish I had had more time to look in the 'birthplace of the telegraph' building since there were 3 floors of information/exhibits. I would allot at least 2 hrs if you plan to take the tour and watch the...