The Museums at Drakesville

09/10/2026

George and Martha Washington are coming to Roxbury!

Step back in time at 3 p.m. Sunday, September 13, as President George Washington comes to life on the porch of the historic Theodore F. King Homestead, 209 Main Street, Ledgewood. The event is free and all are welcome.

Celebrating America’s 250th anniversary, this lively living-history experience will bring the Revolutionary era and the founding of our nation to life—with stories, insights and reflections from the Father of Our Country! This historical interpretation is co-hosted by Roxbury Public Library, Roxbury Historic Trust and Roxbury Township Historical Society and made possible by a grant from the New Jersey State Library’s REV 250: Examining the Semiquincentennial through a Jersey Lens - an opportunity for public libraries to celebrate New Jersey’s contributions and place in history.

🏛️ Historic tours of the King Store and Silas Riggs Saltbox House: 1–2:45 p.m.
⭐️ George and Martha Washington and a member of Washington's Lifeguard Regiment address the audience: 3:00pm
🪑 Bring a lawn chair!
🌧️ Register in advance so we can email you if a rain location is needed.

Come meet George Washington—and let us know you are coming. For more information: https://roxburylibrary.libnet.info/event/16582129

09/07/2026

Don't miss George and Martha Washington next Sunday, 9/13/26 at 3pm at the King Homestead! The museums will be open from 1-2:45pm!
https://www.tapinto.net/towns/roxbury/sections/roxbury-roots-and-history/articles/roxbury-to-host-george-washington-reenactment

08/10/2026

Thanks so much to all who came out today to learn about the Kings and eat ice cream! A special thanks to our amazing volunteers and student volunteers- we are so lucky to have you!🍦

The Museums at Drakesville is happy to provide volunteer hours for RHS' senior privileges, NHS, or other requirements! There is still time this year to earn some hours- PM us if interested for more details!

Stay tuned for more news on our September opening featuring George and Martha Washington!

08/09/2026

Ice Cream Social in Effect! Come see us until 4pm!!

08/08/2026

Remember to stop by this Sunday, 8/9, between 1 and 4pm! It's gonna be a hot one- you will want some ice cream for $1 a scoop!

Roxbury ice cream social at historical museums

08/03/2026

This Sunday, August 9 is not just any other monthly opening at The Museums at Drakesville... it is our Old Time Ice Cream Social! Ice cream with toppings will be available for $1 a scoop (with a non-dairy option available too!) The museums will be open for free tours too! Come visit us between 1-4pm!

📸 English ice cream history hi-res stock photography and images - Alamy

07/31/2026

Add to your September calendar!

https://www.tapinto.net/towns/roxbury/sections/roxbury-roots-and-history/articles/roxbury-to-host-george-washington-reenactment?fbclid=Iwb21leATZ38NjbGNrBNnfvmV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDDM1MDY4NTUzMTcyOAABHoQ29L1Kgsuyy3IYvurjF-Xh7Q6LEKXbgnPueLo_fHSss9Iv-j9h9jqHr0g3_aem_1AxLee-mZC7PSj5SDjMprQ

Roxbury will host a living history event with George and Martha Washington, highlighting their New Jersey ties and the state’s role in the Revolution.

07/30/2026

Good evening all! So if you knew Susan, you know she loved her volunteers and her student volunteers 💔 She did ask that we keep the student volunteer program going as long as possible, so- in her name- we are trying to do just that! We are hoping to continue the tradition of the ice cream social event for our August opening on August 9, 1-4pm! If you know any students of any ages (or even non student volunteers that would like to help that day), please comment here or send a PM to this page and we will reach out to you! Volunteer hours will be given!!🍦

07/13/2026

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Susan Yvonne Rawlinson (60) passed away peacefully at home following a brief illness. She was born on April 21, 1966 to Gary and Yvonne Metzler in Levittown, NY and was raised in Coram, NY. Following her High School graduation and attending SUNY-Cortland, she went work as a telephone operator for AT...

07/12/2026

We regret to inform you that Susan Metzler Rawlinson, our Trust member and Volunteer Coordinator passed away on Friday, 7/10 after a brief illness. If you have visited us in the past, volunteered with us, or come to our holiday celebration to take a picture with Mrs. Claus, you have met Susan! She was so well loved and respected by the Trust, volunteers and her student volunteers and we will miss her so much. We will provide an update regarding any arrangements.💔