Washington's Headquarters Museum
Visitor Center ·
Managed by the National Park Service
Morristown National Historical Park (National Historical Park) · Restricted Access
- 344 ft
- Elevation
Built by the National Park Service in the 1930s, the Washington's Headquarters Museum contains numerous artifacts about the American Revolution. There are three galleries, an auditorium, a theater, and the Discover History Center. The museum often hosts special exhibits and programs. Situated just behind the historic Ford Mansion that served as Washington's headquarters for six months, guided tours of the home begin in the museum as well.
Getting there
Enter the parking lots via Lafayette Ave, just before the on-ramp to US-287 South. Please observe the One Way signs around the park.
40.79725, -74.46711 · 40°47'50.1"N 74°28'1.6"W
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1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 3.7 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Common questions about Washington's Headquarters Museum
- Can you reserve a site at Washington's Headquarters Museum?
- No. Washington's Headquarters Museum is not reservable through Recreation.gov, so sites are first-come, first-served or booked elsewhere.
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Contact
- Phone (973) 539-2016
- Email morr_interpretation@nps.gov
- Info Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
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