Monthly Archives: November 2009

Help Us Receive A $25,000 Grant!

Posted on November 30, 2009 by Meg

Chase is giving $25,000 grants to winning non-profits. Please fan the group, vote for the Craftsman Farms Foundation, and help spread the word! It only takes a few moments, and it’s completely free to help support the Stickley Museum. Your … Continue reading →

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Morristown History

Posted on November 27, 2009 by Meg

This recent Star-Ledger article on Morristown historical attractions discusses all the great local attractions, like Jockey Hollow, Historic Speedwell, Villa Fontana, and — of course — Craftsman Farms. “We can hold our own against so many other destinations,” said Leslie … Continue reading →

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Special Holiday Hours

Posted on November 23, 2009 by Meg

Special holiday hours at the Stickley Museum means your gift shopping doesn’t have to be a chore. Visit the Museum Shop between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. on Friday, November 27 to discover wonderful gifts and escape the frenzy of … Continue reading →

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What is Mission? Are you curious about this term in architecture and design?

Posted on November 12, 2009 by Meg

“For Gustav Stickley and other American Arts & Crafts designers the word ‘Mission’ contained a variety of meanings. Initially Stickley embraced the word and published articles promoting it along with calling his furniture ‘Mission Style.’ However in time he abandoned … Continue reading →

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Must-See In Morris County

Posted on November 5, 2009 by Meg

Travel Everywhere! discusses the Must-See Museums in Morris County, NJ, including the Stickley Museum at Craftsman Farms: Stickley Museum at Craftsman Farms is the only house Gustav Stickley, the foremost spokesman for the American Arts and Crafts Movement, designed and … Continue reading →

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Ernest Gimson and the Inspiration of William Morris

Posted on November 3, 2009 by Meg

Join us for this fascinating lecture by Mary Greensted at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 10 at the Grolier Club. Mary Greensted’s talk will examine the influence of William Morris, father-figure of the Arts and Crafts movement, on the ideas … Continue reading →

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