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199 Totowa Road
Wayne, NJ 07470 Get Directions
973-706-6640
https://www.deymansion.org
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First Oval Office Project At Dey Mansion Washington’s Headquarters

First Oval Office Project at Dey Mansion Washington’s Headquarters

Dey Mansion Washington's Headquarters 199 Totowa Road, Wayne, NJ

General George Washington’s War Tent will return to Dey Mansion for the first time in 245 years as the County of Passaic will host the Museum of the American Revolution’s First Oval Office Project. Enjoy diverse programs, live music, 18th-century games, arts and crafts, and engaging demonstrations that will transport you back to the Revolutionary …

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First Oval Office Project Tent Setup

Dey Mansion Washington's Headquarters 199 Totowa Road, Wayne, NJ

Join us and the Museum of the American Revolution in setting up the First Oval Office Project. Participants will learn about Washington’s War tent, members of Washington’s military “Family” and more! Participation is $5 and goes to the Friends of Dey Mansion.

$5
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Lecture Series: A Family Divided: Benjamin Franklin on His Complicated Relationship with William Franklin

Dey Mansion Washington's Headquarters 199 Totowa Road, Wayne, NJ

Join us for a thought-provoking lecture exploring the complex relationship between Benjamin Franklin and his son, William Franklin. Discover the personal and political tensions that defined their bond during the American Revolution, and how their differing loyalties shaped their lives. This lecture is provided by Museum Attendant Paul Maloney who will be portraying the famous …

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The Battle for Great Notch Wargame

Dey Mansion Washington's Headquarters 199 Totowa Road, Wayne, NJ

Step into the shoes of George Washington and experience the excitement of the fictional Battle of Great Notch in an immersive tabletop wargame event. Command your troops and test your tactical skills as you learn about the predicament of the Continental Army in October of 1780 while encamped at Dey Mansion. Event is free but …

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Lecture Series: Tom Dempsey’s Washington at Dey Mansion – July 1780: Making Attack

Dey Mansion Washington's Headquarters 199 Totowa Road, Wayne, NJ

Local historian Tom Dempsey returns to Dey Mansion to share the history of daily events at the headquarters in July 1780. In his presentation, Tom will discuss how events were shaped by the anticipated arrival of the French forces. The General Orders and correspondence from that time reflect a growing resolve by Washington to launch …

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Independence Day Picnic

Dey Mansion Washington's Headquarters 199 Totowa Road, Wayne, NJ

Celebrate Independence Day with a bang at the Dey Mansion’s July 4th Picnic! Join us for an afternoon of patriotic festivities, including lawn games, live music, delicious food, and plenty of all-American fun. Bring your family and friends, and enjoy the beautiful grounds of this historic landmark. Don’t miss out on the perfect way to …

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Loyalist Week Encampment at Dey Mansion

Dey Mansion Washington's Headquarters 199 Totowa Road, Wayne, NJ

CANCELLED DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER Step back in time at Dey Mansion and explore the captivating world of the American Revolution. Enjoy formal teatimes, living history demonstrations, and stories of loyalists who played pivotal roles. Discover untold narratives that shaped American history during this weeklong event! Bring the whole family and experience history like never …

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Loyalist Week Encampment at Dey Mansion

Dey Mansion Washington's Headquarters 199 Totowa Road, Wayne, NJ

CANCELLED DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER Step back in time at Dey Mansion and explore the captivating world of the American Revolution. Enjoy formal teatimes, living history demonstrations, and stories of loyalists who played pivotal roles. Discover untold narratives that shaped American history during this weeklong event! Bring the whole family and experience history like never …

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Loyalist Week 2025

Loyalist Lecture: A Family Divided: Benjamin Franklin and His Loyalist Son William

Dey Mansion Washington's Headquarters 199 Totowa Road, Wayne, NJ

As part of our Loyalist Week event, Passaic County DCHA Staff Member Paul Maloney will give a first person talk portraying Benjamin Franklin. Paul's talk is a reflection on Benjamin Franklin's complicated relationship with his Loyalist son, William Franklin and the parallels between the Franklins and the Deys.

Loyalist Week 2025

Tea with Tories

Dey Mansion Washington's Headquarters 199 Totowa Road, Wayne, NJ

As part of our Loyalty Week event, local historian Todd Braisted will give a talk on Bergen County Loyalists in the Southern Campaigns, 1779-1782. Tea and Desert will be provided by High SocieTea. Suggested Donation $20.00, limited seating of 25 people.

$20