Scotch Plains museum joins Four Centuries in a Weekend
Maria Torres · Union County Life
According to Historical Society of Scotch Plains and Fanwood's announcement.
The Osborn Cannonball House Museum in Scotch Plains will host a free, live 18th century stone carving demonstration on Saturday, Oct. 17, and Sunday, Oct. 18, 2026. Union County Life is reporting the event, which the Historical Society of Scotch Plains and Fanwood announced. It is part of Union County’s Four Centuries in a Weekend.
The museum is at 1840 Front Street in Scotch Plains. It is open from noon to 5 p.m. on both days. Admission is free, and the announcement does not require advance registration.
Visitors can look at colonial era clothing and learn about gravestone carving before watching the stone carving demonstration in person.
Children have their own activities. There is a craft, and kids can also get an early Halloween treat.
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FAQQ: Where is the stone carving demonstration?
A: The demonstration is at the Osborn Cannonball House Museum, 1840 Front Street in Scotch Plains.
Q: When can I see it?
A: The museum is open from noon to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 17, and Sunday, Oct. 18, 2026.
Q: Does it cost anything to attend?
A: The event is free. The announcement does not list a requirement to register in advance.
Q: Is there anything for children?
A: Yes. Children can take part in a craft and get an early Halloween treat.
What to do
- When
- Saturday, October 17, 2026, and Sunday, October 18, 2026, noon to 5 p.m.
- Where
- Osborn Cannonball House Museum, 1840 Front Street, Scotch Plains, NJ
- Cost
- Free
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