Sat · Oct 17 · 8am
Four Centuries in a Weekend in Summit, NJ
Carter House, Reeves-Reed Arboretum, Twin Maples · 90 Butler Parkway, 165 Hobart Avenue, 214 Springfield Avenue
Summit’s oldest house has stood through centuries of change, from before the American Revolution to the arrival of the railroad. On Saturday, October 17, and Sunday, October 18, neighbors can step inside it and two other landmarks for Four Centuries in a Weekend.
The Summit Historical Society opens Carter House, 90 Butler Parkway, from noon to 5 p.m. both days. Visitors can tour the museum and see artifacts from generations of Summit history. Union County Life shares the Summit schedule so neighbors can plan their route.
Reeves-Reed Arboretum, 165 Hobart Avenue, takes part on Saturday only, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. It will display historic photographs and artifacts, plus a replica Revolutionary War signal beacon. Free horticulture and history tours start at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., with no registration needed.
Twin Maples, 214 Springfield Avenue, offers free tours from noon to 5 p.m. both days. On Sunday from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m., historian Joel Farkas presents “Women and the American Revolution.” The talk is free, and no reservation is needed.
Hours differ at each site, so check before you go. Three doors, one weekend, and centuries of Summit stories waiting inside. Find more Summit events, arts coverage, and community news on Union County Life.
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FAQ:
Q: Which Summit sites are open for Four Centuries in a Weekend?
A: Carter House, Reeves-Reed Arboretum, and Twin Maples are open on Saturday, October 17, and Sunday, October 18, 2026. Reeves-Reed is open Saturday only.
Q: Where is Carter House in Summit?
A: Carter House, Summit’s oldest house, is at 90 Butler Parkway. It is open from noon to 5 p.m. both days.
Q: Are the Summit Four Centuries tours free?
A: Tours at Reeves-Reed Arboretum and Twin Maples are free, as is the Sunday lecture at Twin Maples. Check with the Summit Historical Society about Carter House admission.
Q: Do I need to register for the Reeves-Reed tours or the Twin Maples lecture?
A: No. Neither the arboretum tours nor the “Women and the American Revolution” talk requires registration.
Q: Where can I find more Four Centuries in a Weekend sites?
A: Union County Life has a countywide Four Centuries in a Weekend roundup with sites in Clark, Elizabeth, New Providence, Scotch Plains, and more. Visit unioncountylife.com.
