About the Morristown, Harding, Randolph and Morris Plains, New Jersey Area
 

Morristown LOCATION Nestled in rolling hills and valleys, and located in the County of Morris, respectively 26 miles northwest of Newark and 39 miles northwest of New York City, Morristown enjoys the charm of a small historical town while being closely connected to its fast paced neighbors. HI 237 passes through Morristown linking it to most of the state. Once a major statecoach road in the eighteenth century, HI 24 reaches Newark to the east. Many of Morristown avenues turn into county maintained regional routes and snake up to the major highways. TRANSPORTATION The New Jersey Transit operates the state's commuter rail system with about 11 rail lines and serves thousands of Newjerseans. Its bus network of intra and interstate routes links major points in New Jersey, New York and Philadelphia. Its customers can transfer between all lines and get an easy and fast access to Wall Street and New York's Penn Station in midtown Manhattan. Connections to the PATH( metro) are directly made from Hoboken's terminal. In addition, the Central Railroad of New Jersey, the Morristown & Erie Railroad and the New York, Susquehanna & Western Railroad across the county. Morris County is accessed by 2 regional airports, and serviced by 3 international giants. Morristown Municipal Airport is located 3 miles east of downtonwn. Teterboro Airport is located in Bergen County, about 12 miles from midtown Manhattan via the George Washington Bridge or Lincoln Tunnel. Teterboro Airport is designed as a "reliever" airport that serves vital interests and general aviation requirements of the Northern New Jersey and the New York Metropolitan Area. It specializes in humanitarian causes and emergency flights for urgent transport of patients and organs for medical transplants. Newark International Airport is easily reachable via HI 287 and Hi 280 by car, shuttles, bus, taxis and limos! Most of its international flights are pre-cleared, making for a swift arrival. Train and bus shuttles link Newark to La Guardia in a record 45mn and JFK in about 65mn. BRIEF HISTORY Before the white Settlers came in the 1700's, the Lenape Indians lived peacefully in the area called Lenapehoking. It covered the grounds of New Jersey, Eastern Pennsylvania , Southeastern New York State, Northern Delaware and a small part of Connecticut. Their names meant "ordinary people" and they were later referred to as The Delawares. Primarily hunters and farmers, they welcomed the white settlers and helped them acclimate to their new land. By 1758, they were forced to move west and sell their lands. During the Revolutionary War, because of its strategic location close to the port of New York, Morris County was known as The Military Capital of the American Revolution. General George Washington's encampments are preserved for posterity at the Morristown National Historical Park. Morristown is also famous for having manufactured the steam boiler and machinery for the Savannah, the first steamship to cross the Atlantic. Samuel Morse and Alfred Vail also made the town famous by launching the first telegraph with this first message: "A patient waiter is no loser". Beautiful homes still attest to Morristown rich past and its lush gardens and parks help New Jersey retain its name of Garden State! SPECIAL ATTRACTION While the diversity of Manhattan is a mere hour away and always available, there is no need to leave Morristown to enjoy a varied cultural life right there at home. Museum and gorgeous parks make the Morristown National Historical Park a wonderful place to visit and enjoy year round. The national park preserves the sites that were occupied by General Washington and the Continental Army during the winters of 1777 and the 1779. It consists of four non-contiguous units: Washington's Headquarters with the Ford Mansion and Headquarters Museum, the Fort Nonsense Unit, the Jockey Hollow Unit, and the New Jersey Brigade Area. Also in town, the Morris Museum hosts a collection of about 48,000 objects in areas of costume and textiles, fine art, decorative art, geology and paleontology in permanent and changing exhibitions. On the same ground, the Bickford Theatre pleases audiences with plays, jazz concerts and performers as well educating its young audience with a theatre guild and many classes in performing arts. Acorn Hall gives a glimpse into Morristown's past as a beautiful old mansion that is the seat of the Morris County Historical Society and of the Victorian Library. Built in 1937 the Community Theatre has done much since its refurbishing in the early 1990's to revive Morristown artistic life. Its concert season is appreciated all throughout New Jersey. Sports such as hockey, roller skating and golf are well-represented in Morristown. And least but not last Morristown is the epicenter of shopping in the county. EDUCATION Morristown provides its 18 500 citizens with an impressive number of schools and colleges. The Morris School System offers an excellent level of education via its 1 public and 4 private high schools, and 11 public and 4 private elementary and middle schools. Its Memorial Hospital offers a School of Cardio Techn and the College of Saint Elizabeth provides a four year college education. Morristown also provides theological education with the Rabbinical College of Education. In the neighboring town of Randolph, the County College of Morris, offers 76 different degrees and certificate programs, enrolls about 8500 students and proudly boasts the highest graduation rate among the 19 community colleges in the state of New Jersey.

Harding LOCATION Amongst rolling hills and a country side that has retained its quaintness and beauty, with 30% of its land still undeveloped and yet only 25 miles from the heart of NY City, Harding is easily accessible by Routes 202 and 1287 which connect to Routes 24 and to I-28 leading to the all points within the metropolitan area. TRANSPORTATION As with Morristown, the New Jersey Transit operates the state's commuter rail system with about 11 rail lines and serves thousands of Newjerseans. Its bus network of intra and interstate routes links major points in New Jersey, New York and Philadelphia. Its customers can transfer between all lines and get an easy and fast access to Wall Street and New York's Penn Station in midtown Manhattan. Connections to the PATH( metro) are directly made from Hoboken's terminal. In addition, the Central Railroad of New Jersey, the Morristown & Erie Railroad and the New York, Susquehanna & Western Railroad across the county. Morris County is accessed by 2 regional airports, and serviced by 3 international giants. Morristown Municipal Airport is located 3 miles east of downtonwn. Teterboro Airport is located in Bergen County, about 12 miles from midtown Manhattan via the George Washington Bridge or Lincoln Tunnel. Teterboro Airport is designed as a "reliever" airport that serves vital interests and general aviation requirements of the Northern New Jersey and the New York Metropolitan Area. It specializes in humanitarian causes and emergency flights for urgent transport of patients and organs for medical transplants. Newark International Airport is easily reachable via HI 287, and Hi 280 by car, shuttles, bus, taxis and limos! Most of its international flights are pre-cleared, making for a swift arrival. Train and bus shuttles link Newark to La Guardia in a record 45mn and JFK in about 65mn. BRIEF HISTORY Harding is famous for being close to the remnants of the glacial Lake Passaic.Traces of paleo-Indian lodgings have been found by the glacier and was followed for many centuries by the culture of the Lenape Indians. It is in 1727 that land was acquired by John Lindsley for what was to become Harding Township. Its natural beauty has always inspired people to build beautiful estates, horse farms and the style of its houses reflects the New England spirit and esthetics. On the edge of the swamp, the Lord of Stirling from the Continental Army, had an elegant Georgian manor built that can be visited now. Close by, Jockey Hollow is now part of the Morris Historical National Park for having hosted George Washington's troops during the winter of 1779. President Harding, a republican founder gave its name to the township SPECIAL ATTRACTIONS The Harding Township Historical Society holds a permanent exhibit that presents materials relating to the history of Harding Township. On the house's second floor the John H. Culbertson Museum, features changing exhibits relating to local and regional history. Within 20 miles the Conference House in Staten Island is one of the oldest house around. Built in 1680, it once hosted Benjamin Franklin, John Adams, and Edward Rutledge for an historic meeting that was to decide on the fate of the fledgling American Revolution. On the west and south, Harding includes most of Great Swamp Wildlife Refuge. Established in 1960 is is an oasis of wilderness consisting of about 7,500 acres of swamp, woodland, hardwood ridges ,cattail marsh, grassland, ponds and meandering streams. Many endangered species have found refuge there, and close to 250 bird species feed there also. Fish, reptiles, and about 600 species of plants can be observed in the wilderness. The refuge has been designated as a Registered National Natural Landmark because of it being an exceptional example of natural history in the United States. Also located within the township's limits are portions of two Morris County Parks, a year round lake community and a lake for resident skating in winter. EDUCATION Harding offer its population of 3200 a fine selection of schools. The concern and responsibility of the citizen is well-represented by the Township Board of Education, an elected, unpaid group of five citizens who set policy and make decisions on educational, financial, and personnel matters for the Harding Township school district on behalf of all residents. The Board and School District operates under the applicable New Jersey laws and under regulations of the New Jersey Board of Education.

Randolph LOCATION In north-central New Jersey, Randolph is a 21 square mile township located in historical Morris County. It is a part of the Highlands, a section of the Apalachian Mountain range characterized by alternating deep valleys and flat- topped ridges. With about 400 roads, Randolph is well connected to neighboring towns. Major through streets like like Sussex Tpk, Hanover Av and Dover Chester Rd become roads winding through plenty of open land, woods, along streams and down hills. Route 10 connects it north to HI 80, which runs east into HI 287. Randolph is an excellent location, with easy access, 32 miles away from NY City to the east, and 85 miles from Philadelphia. TRANSPORTATION The New Jersey Transit operates the state's commuter rail system with about 11 rail lines and serves thousands of Newjerseans. Its bus network of intra and interstate routes links major points in New Jersey, New York and Philadelphia. Its customers can transfer between all lines and get an easy and fast access to Wall Street and New York's Penn Station in midtown Manhattan. Connections to the PATH( metro) are directly made from Hoboken's terminal. In addition, the Central Railroad of New Jersey, the Morristown & Erie Railroad and the New York, Susquehanna & Western Railroad cross the county. Morris County is accessed by 2 regional airports, and serviced by 3 international giants. Morristown Municipal Airport is located 3 miles east of downtown. Teterboro Airport is located in Bergen County, about 12 miles from midtown Manhattan via the George Washington Bridge or Lincoln Tunnel. Teterboro Airport is designed as a "reliever" airport that serves vital interests and general aviation requirements of the Northern New Jersey and the New York Metropolitan Area. It specializes in humanitarian causes and emergency flights for urgent transport of patients and organs for medical transplants. Newark International Airport is easily reachable via HI 287 and Hi 280 by car, shuttles, bus, taxis and limos! Most of its international flights are pre-cleared, making for a swift arrival. Train and bus shuttles link Newark to La Guardia in a record 45mn and JFK in about 65mn. Rail service is available in neighboring Dover Township. BRIEF HISTORY The Lenape Indians were living by the many brooks that run through where Randolph is now. The beautiful valleys and ridges, and plentiful waters also attracted the Europeans to settle down. A live oak tree, dated at 1720, still stands as the Liberty Tree, witness of the early colonial times. Soon the settlers, many from the Quaker group, discovered iron and began mining, which elevated New Jersey to the third national rank of iron producer in the 19th century. By the 1930's and 40's Randolph pristine beauty, clean air and healthy water, attracted vacationers and was home to 11 hotels, 45 bungalow colonies, summer camp, and swim clubs, many converted from old farms. Frank Sinatra performed one summer in what is now the library. While it lasted as a popular resort, Randolph developed its social and cultural life. Memories of this attractive time can be enjoyed at Randolph's many museums and seen while walking through its beautiful streets. SPECIAL ATTRACTIONS Randolph pleases audiences and performers alike at their community theater, the Brundage Park Playhouse, which puts on plays and summer programs and performance workshops. ` In October, Founders Day is celebrated in Brundage Park, where many attractions and games, bring people together to celebrate their ancestry. Many of the original families still live in Randolph. The Quaker Meeting House built in 1758 and which served as the center of the community life, is one of the oldest house around. The Historical Society of Old Randolph, and the museum of Old Randolph are located in a quaint and charming vacation home from the resort era, and displays a replica of the iron mine. Mememtos, photo albums, and transcripts of oral histories tells the story of Randolph specially from the 30's and 40's when it was a popular resort area. With 400 acres of parkland Randolph continues the legacy of the older days, by providing many sport opportunities with soccer and basketball fields, tennis courts, skating ponds and even a trail for country ski in winter. Its trail system runs a fourteen mile course crossing five parks and 2,00 acres of pristine open space. Cross country skiers especially make good use of it in winter. Randolph Township is deeply committed to providing the very best in recreational amenities to its residents. The town is preparing to spend More than $2.7 million in the creation of Freedom Park. Many sport venues are planned as well as a recreational and picnic to make it one of Randolph most sought after social hub. EDUCATION The Randolph School District offers efficient and well-developed programs at the elementary, middle and high school levels. It has earned a reputation for excellence and a commitment to academics, athletics and arts. In addition, several private schools make their home in nearby communities. The Randolph Township Summer camp program is one the town's most popular feature which provides full-day program of daily field trips for children from kindergarten to grade 8. For higher education the town is also host to the prestigious County College. Located on 218 acres the County College of Morris offers 76 different degrees and certificate programs, enrolls about 8500 students and proudly boasts the highest graduation rate among the 19 community colleges in the state of New Jersey.  Morris Plains LOCATION Just a little over two miles north of Morristown, Morris Plains is centrally located in the state of New Jersey amidst rolling hills and deep valleys. On route 53, it reaches Hi 287, 280 and Hi 24 to the east, and Hi 80 to the north. Its proximity to New York City, Newark and Philadelphia makes it an ideal location while enjoying the charm of an early colonial town. TRANSPORTATION As with Harding and Morristown, the New Jersey Transit operates the state's commuter rail system with about 11 rail lines and serves thousands of Newjerseans. Its bus network of intra and interstate routes links major points in New Jersey, New York and Philadelphia. Its customers can transfer between all lines and get an easy and fast access to Wall Street and New York's Penn Station in midtown Manhattan. Connections to the PATH(metro) are directly made from Hoboken's terminal. In addition, the Central Railroad of New Jersey, the Morristown & Erie Railroad and the New York, Susquehanna & Western Railroad cross the county. Morris County is accessed by 2 regional airports, and serviced by 3 international giants. Morristown Municipal Airport is located 3 miles east of downtonwn. Teterboro Airport is located in Bergen County, about 12 miles from midtown Manhattan via the George Washington Bridge or Lincoln Tunnel. Teterboro Airport is designed as a "reliever" airport that serves vital interests and general aviation requirements of the Northern New Jersey and the New York Metropolitan Area. It specializes in humanitarian causes and emergency flights for urgent transport of patients and organs for medical transplants. Newark International Airport is easily reachable via HI 287 and Hi 280 by car, shuttles, bus, taxis and limos! Most of its international flights are pre-cleared, making for a swift arrival. Train and bus shuttles link Newark to La Guardia in a record 45mn and JFK in about 65mn. EDUCATION Morris Plains provides excellent education and maintains neighborhood schools through 8th grade while high school students attend Morristown High as part of its unique arrangement with the unified Morris School District that includes Morristown and Morris Township (all schools). About 10 miles north of Morris Plains, Denville College has recently completed an impressive 15million renovation and expansion program. The students can enroll in four career academies: automotive science, networking information technology, health care sciences and construction technology. In the neighboring town of Randolph, 7 miles away, the County College of Morris, offers 76 different degrees and certificate programs, enrolls about 8500 students and proudly boasts the highest graduation rate among the 19 community colleges in the state of New Jersey. The municipality's excellent public school system provides neighborhood schools for most children. Secondary classes are shared with Morristown and Morris Township schools. In addition, the municipality maintains a 47-acre recreation site that offers a full program of activities. The facilities include a swimming pool, tennis courts, skating and fishing areas. Smaller neighborhood parks extend into most residential districts.

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