Saturday, December 17, 2022
Space is limited! Reservations Required!
Join us on a festive and fun journey to Christmas Past where in Gustav Stickley’s iconic Log House, it’s Christmas, 1915!
On this guided tour of the decorated Log House, we’ll explore early 20th century holiday traditions and Stickley’s own ideas about the season. The era saw the rise of modern novelties like penny postcards and glass ornaments, alongside more established holiday customs like feasting, decorating with evergreens, and gift-giving. In his magazine, The Craftsman, Stickley advocated for the use of natural decorations “plucked from winter’s garden.” He promoted products and projects as appropriate and thoughtful gifts–from pottery to furniture to hand-made toys–and made recommendations for keeping the spirit of Christmas, both commercially and philosophically.
Make sure to visit the Crafts-Mas Pop Up Shop after your tour! The Pop Up Shop will be Open from 12 – 6:00 PM on Sat., Dec 17th.
- Note that construction is ongoing in the Annex and Log House Kitchen. Bathrooms will be available only in the Education Center.
- Masking is optional, in accordance with CDC guidelines. The Stickley Museum remains a mask-friendly environment for all.
- Christmas, 1915 Tours are about 60 minutes long and are suitable for adults and older children. Recommended for ages 8+. Tours begin and end in the Education Center. More Info.
Crafts-Mas Pop Up Shop Hours
Saturday, December 17: 12:00 – 6:00 PM.
The Crafts-Mas Pop-Up Shop promises a wonderful selection of contemporary Arts & Crafts and seasonal gifts, and decorations to tickle your nose and delight your homes. Featuring many custom items, including a Motawi Tileworks Christmas Tree Tile in an exclusive colorway.
Visitor Information:
Please Note:
– Reservations are required for all tours. Book Now.
– Tours will be held rain or shine. If the museum cancels the tour due to extreme weather or other unforeseen circumstances, you will be notified by email and receive a full refund or credit.
Arrival:
– Craftsman Farms is located at 2352 State Route 10, Morris Plains, New Jersey 07950. The entrance is located on Route 10 West at Manor Lane, about 3 miles west of I-287 in Parsippany-Troy Hills, New Jersey. Directions.
– Tours during construction will gather at the ground level (rear) of the Education Center where restrooms and seating are available. The group will then walk between buildings along a gently sloped, paved path, to the Log House, approximately 100 yards.
– Please plan to arrive 10-15 minutes before your tour start time to allow time to park and walk to the Education Center Visitor Entrance.
Parking:
– Ample parking is available in parking lots located at the entrance to the Craftsman Farms campus. Visitors must then continue on foot to the Education Center Visitor Entrance, on the ground level at the rear of the building.
– Accessible parking for visitors with handicapped permits is available in the rear of the Education Center. Please follow the posted signs to the back of the building.
Accessibility:
– The Education Center (ground level) is fully ADA accessible with accessible restrooms.
– Expect moderate walking. There is no seating inside the Log House. Portable seating can be made available by notifying the museum at (973) 540-0311.
– As a historic structure, the Log House was not designed for and cannot fully accommodate 21st century ADA needs. The first floor is reasonably accessible. The second floor is not and can only be accessed by stairs. A supplementary informative video that details the furnishings and contents of the second floor is available to those who are unable to access it. There are no public restrooms or seating in the Log House.
– The Stickley Museum at Craftsman Farms is committed to enabling all visitors to experience tours, programming, and special events. If you require an accommodation (such as temporary seating options or wheelchair access), please contact the museum at (973) 540-0311 in advance of your visit.
In the Log House:
– Please do not touch any of the furnishings, including the walls or beams.
– Stay with your group. Should you need to leave the tour at any time, please ask your docent for assistance exiting.
– No outside food, beverages, gum or candy are allowed inside the house.
– Please no oversize bags or backpacks. Storage lockers are not available during construction.
– No strollers.
Photography:
– No flash photography.
– All photos taken by guests are for personal use. Commercial use is strictly prohibited.
– Equipment such as selfie sticks and tripods are not permitted.
– No video or audio recording, except with prior written permission.
– Posting photos to private social media accounts is ENCOURAGED! #stickleymuseum