Somerville Courthouse Green

Step back into the past and visit Revolutionary-era New Jersey at Somerset County's free living history event for the whole family - History on the Green! Celebrate the nation's 250th anniversary and learn about Somerset County's rich local history during this fun-filled day of Revolutionary War-era activities and performances. Join us on the Historic Somerset County Courthouse Green in Somerville to: Explore a pop-up encampment & visit with Revolutionary War soldiers! Meet George and Martha Washington! (Don't forget to get their autographs!) See early-American artisans in action! Experience cannon and musket firing demonstrations! Play colonial toys & games! Listen to live period music! And SO MUCH MORE 2026 ACTIVITIES, PERFORMANCES & DEMONSTRATIONS Meet Famous Historical Figures! General George Washington and his wife Martha, along with Benjamin Franklin, will be visiting History on the Green to tell the story of how they met and how their lives were affected by the Revolution. Don't forget to get their autographs! New Jersey Militia - Heard's Brigade Experience everyday life in an encampment during the American Revolution! It wasn’t all battlefields and fighting- see how the NJ Militia would have spent their time cooking, cleaning, playing games, and more. Music of the Colonies Enjoy traditional