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Indian King Tavern Museum The Indian King Tavern Museum is almost 300 years old and nestled on Kings Highway, the main street in historic Haddonfield.

It is New Jersey’s first state-owned historic site (acquired in 1903). The Indian King Tavern Museum, located at 233 Kings Hwy East, Haddonfield, NJ 08033 is where New Jersey became a state and the great seal of the state was adopted. Many important and influential people visited and toured this Tavern before and after it became a Museum.Why not stop by to visit this unique historic and very interesting site. It’s unique due to the fact that it was once a tavern hotel and used by travelers going to Philadelphia, Trenton, Swedesboro and Delaware. Since there were very few places to eat or stay overnight, it was an extremely important and very busy location. The people who lived in the area would frequent the tavern to gather news from the travelers. It was a very tumultuous time for our country.

Ever wonder about the first governor of New Jersey? Here is your chance to find out a little more about William Livings...
10/14/2026

Ever wonder about the first governor of New Jersey? Here is your chance to find out a little more about William Livingston New Jersey's first appointed governor. Though he was elected? You would be mistaken. Come see us this Saturday at THE MABEL KAY HOUSE (24 Walnut Street) Haddonfield to see the below program.

Join us for our next program. Please note due to restoration work at the museum, the event is at the Mabel Kay Senior C...
09/10/2026

Join us for our next program. Please note due to restoration work at the museum, the event is at the Mabel Kay Senior Center at 24 Walnut Street.

“Hue and Cry”: Attempts to Capture William Livingston During the American Revolution
William Livingston—delegate to the Continental Congress, Brigadier General of the NJ Militia, and NJ’s first governor—was a prominent Patriot leader during the American Revolution. Through his political writings and the New-Jersey Gazette, Livingston championed independence and became a target of British and Loyalist capture plots. Drawing on period newspapers and personal correspondence, this presentation explores the plots to capture Livingston, his family’s defense of Liberty Hall, and the partisan warfare that shaped his remarkable efforts to govern NJ during the Revolution.

Start your 250th celebration with a reading of those iconic words! Note this will be July 3rd this year to coincide wit...
06/23/2026

Start your 250th celebration with a reading of those iconic words! Note this will be July 3rd this year to coincide with Haddonfield's hometown parade.

The Redcoats invaded Haddonfield! This past Saturday, hundreds joined in front of the Indian King Tavern Historic Site f...
06/08/2026

The Redcoats invaded Haddonfield!
This past Saturday, hundreds joined in front of the Indian King Tavern Historic Site for a reenactment of the Haddonfield Skirmish in celebration of the 250th anniversary of the United States.

Hosted by the Friends of the Indian King Tavern Museum, this year’s event commemorated the 248th anniversary of the skirmish. Visitors also had the chance to explore the historic tavern, where in 1777 the New Jersey Assembly officially entered the Declaration of Independence into its minutes and adopted the Great Seal of New Jersey.

From marching troops and battle reenactments to aspiring young spymasters decoding secret messages and wooden musket demonstrations, the day offered plenty of memorable moments for visitors of all ages.

From the streets of Haddonfield to the rooms of the Indian King Tavern, take a look at the scenes that brought history to life!

Celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States at the Haddonfield Skirmish reenactment this Saturday, June 6, at t...
06/05/2026

Celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States at the Haddonfield Skirmish reenactment this Saturday, June 6, at the Indian King Tavern Historic Site.

Tour the historic tavern, where in 1777 the Declaration of Independence was officially entered into the minutes of the New Jersey Assembly and the Assembly adopted the Great Seal of New Jersey.

Tours of the Indian King Tavern Historic Site will be offered from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The reenactment of the Haddonfield Skirmish begins at 1:30 p.m. in front of the Indian King Tavern Historic Site on Kings Highway.

This event is made possible by the Friends of the Indian King Tavern Museum, an Officially Recognized Friends Organization of New Jersey State Parks. This year's event marks the 248th anniversary of the skirmish, which took place in June 1778.

Learn more about the day's events at haddonfieldskirmish.com

06/04/2026

THE BRITISH ARE COMING! THE BRITISH ARE COMING!
On Saturday, June 6, the Redcoats will invade and be challenged by Continental troops, as part of the annual Skirmish event.
https://haddonfieldskirmish.com

The Battle of the Brews takes place at King's Road, pitting Revolutionary Red Ale (Redcoats) against Founding Frother Historic Pub Ale (Continentals). Details available in store.

Skirmish shirts and stainless tankards will be available at King's Road and in front of the Indian King. Buy a tankard and drink specially-priced King's Road brews all weekend long.

King's Road is a proud sponsor of The Skirmish and proceeds from the sale of the shirts and tankards goes to Friends of the Indian King Tavern — a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that hosts The Skirmish, and works to preserve and advance the Indian King Tavern Museum.

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06/02/2026

Did you know New Jersey adopted its Constitution before the Declaration of Independence was signed?📜🪶

Join us for a special evening with renowned constitutional scholar Professor Robert Williams as we explore 250 years of the New Jersey Constitution—from revolution to modern day.

Presented in partnership with Grace Church and the Indian King Tavern Museum.

📅 June 2, 2026�🕖 7:00 PM�📍 Grace Church, Haddonfield

Come celebrate 250 years of New Jersey history with us.

Tonight is the program. We hope to see you there!!
06/02/2026

Tonight is the program. We hope to see you there!!

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Haddonfield, NJ

Opening Hours

Wednesday 10am - 12pm
1pm - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 12pm
1pm - 4pm
Friday 10am - 12pm
1pm - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 12pm
1pm - 4pm
Sunday 1pm - 4pm

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