(Photo by Andrew Wilkinson)

Rooms festively decorated in holiday spirit by the Garden Clubs of New Jersey await visitors to the official governor’s mansion, Drumthwacket, 354 Stockton Street. Online registration for December Holiday Open Houses at Drumthwacket is now open now.

The Open Houses are free to the public. Guests must register in advance online. Open Houses are offered in one-hour intervals starting at 11 a.m., noon, and 1 p.m. on December 4, 5, 6, 7, and 11.

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Guests will view six first-floor public rooms, and enjoy holiday piano music in the Music Room and a sweet treat freshly prepared by Greta’s House, Princeton. The format for the Open Houses is self-guided, but docents are available in every room to answer questions. Interior photography is only permitted in the library before the stone fireplace. Guests may tour the grounds, weather permitting, and visit the Olden House gift shop on the property.

Constructed on land that witnessed the 1777 Princeton battle for American independence, today Drumthwacket serves as the stately home and grounds of the official residence of the governor of New Jersey. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places and one of the most elegant of our nation’s executive residences, Drumthwacket’s history tells the stories of three unique families who made immense contributions to New Jersey and the U.S.

Free parking is offered on-site, but it is limited. Carpooling is highly encouraged.

To change or cancel a reservation, or for more information, email info@drumthwacket.org or call 973.204.2860.

Garden Clubs of New Jersey, which donated time and talent to decorate the residence for the 2024 holiday season, includes Allentown Garden Club, Belvidere Garden Club, Keyport Garden Club, Garden Club of Metuchen, Mountain Lakes Garden Club, Warren Garden Club, and West Trenton Garden Club.