For many families time is short and in recent years money has been short as well. What a great opportunity to get back to basics with the children. Spending time with them makes memories that last a life time. There are plenty of things to do in the Highlands region that are affordable, free or less than a night out at a movie that makes you question whether it was worth it. Plan one day trip or activity each month and make some family memories. Please check back as we continue to add to this list or check out our calendar of events.
Fun Museums For Children!
The Community Childrens Museum
Children will enjoy the Electricity Exhibit, John Glenn's Space Capsule, Studio Art and Nancy's Lake House. Located in historic downtown Dover, and easy accessible by NJ Transit.
Admission $5 Children 6 months +, $4 Seniors
Morris Museum
The Morris Museum offers plenty for children to do from the Dinosaur Den, Model Railroad and hands-on activities in the Musical Machaine and Living Dolls exhibits. The museum also offers Drop-In Workshops, Special Family Programs, Camp Programs and programs at the Bickford Theatre (costs vary, so consult the website)
Admission $7 Children, $7 Seniors, $10 Adults, Children under 3 years of age are FREE
Take a Hike!
State Parks, Forests and Recreational Areas in the Highlands Region include the following:
Farney State Park, Allamuchy Mountain State Park, Jenny Jump State Forest, Hacklebarney State Park, Voorhees State Park, Spruce Run Recreation Area, Round Valley Recreation Area, Abram S. Hewitt State Forest, Ringwood State Park, Long Pond Iron Works State Park, Ramapo Mountain State Forest and Norvin Green State Forest. Visit the State Parks website for details on things to do at each park. Nominal seasonal rates may apply at some parks.
Make a Memory
Glassworks Studio is a “make your own”, do-it-yourself, glass art studio specializing in fused (kiln formed) glass located in Morristown. Check out a video of two friends making a project at the Glassworks Studio.
Prices and participation fees vary from project to project.
The Great Outdoors
Lakota Wolf Preserve, located in Columbia, just outside the Highlands region but worthy of mention. One of the most unique tourism attractions in New Jersey, visitors can view wolves and other wildlife at the preserve.
Wolf Watch, Child under 12 years old – $7 plus tax, Adult – $15.00, plus tax
Go Country
Visit the Warren County Farmers' Fair and Hot Air Balloon Festival in Harmony Township, just 3 miles north of Phillipsburg. So much going on at this event that it is best just to click here and visit the website. Hot Air Balloons, 4-H and FFA exhibits and contests, Kids' Corral where everything is FREE of charge to fairgoers, demolition derby, mud bog, horse shows, hay bale rolling contests and the list goes on and on
Admission $3 Children 5-12, 4 and under Free, $5 Adult, Parking is FREE. Check website for weekday specials.
