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39 JOHN F. PETO STUDIO MUSEUM 102 Cedar Avenue, Island Heights (732) 929-4949 www.petomuseum.org The mission of this museum is the preservation of the John F. Peto legacy by maintaining his 115-year-old house and studio as a working museum, by fostering educational opportunities in the arts, and by serving as a community partner. Guests will see the original studio, artifacts, and furnishing used by Peto, who lived and worked in Island Heights from 1890 to 1907. Today, Peto is recognized as one of America's most important still life painters. His works are found in the world's fin- est museums, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York and the National Gallery of Art in Washington DC. His artwork is dominated by rich colors and enhanced lighting. He often used the "fool the eye" technique known as trompe l'oeil. Open Sat. and Sun. 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM; Mon. - Fri. by appointment. Admission: adults: $10.; children twelve and under: $5. LONGSTREET FARM AND HOLMDEL PARK 44 Longstreet Road, Holmdel Park Holmdel, (732) 946-3758 or (732) 842-4000 www.monmouthcountyparks.com A living history farm located in Holmdel Park that maintains life as it was during the 1890s. Costumed interpreters work the farm as it was over a hundred years ago. Come see the 14-room farmhouse, live animals, agricultural fields, and barnyard! Activities, guided tours, and children's programs are available. Open everyday except Christmas. The farmhouse is open only on weekends. Holmdel Park's 572 acres features hiking and fitness trails, fishing and skating ponds, tennis courts, playgrounds, picnic areas, a sledding hill, and more. MONMOUTH BATTLEFIELD AND MONMOUTH BATTLEFIELD STATE PARK 16 Business Route 33, Manalapan (732) 462-9616 www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/ parks/monbat.html This is where Molly Pitcher became famous during a Revolutionary battle. It was on the Monmouth Battlefield that General Washington and General Sir Henry Clinton faced each other. This victory convinced the British that the revolutionaries were a force to contend with and not just a ragtag rabble. This is also the setting for the historic Craig House. Learn more about the rich history of Monmouth Battlefield through wayside exhibits located on Perrine Hill, Combs Hill, and the Hedgerow. Visitors center, birding, picnic areas, trails, and playgrounds. Sledding and cross-country skiing in winter. MONMOUTH COUNTY HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION 70 Court Street, Freehold (732) 462-1466 www.monmouthhistory.org Five 18th century historic houses have been preserved by the association. Its headquarters in Freehold offer a fine library and museum featuring changing and permanent exhibitions. Museum hours: Tues. - Sat. 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Library hours: Wed. - Sat. 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM. The historical houses are located in various towns throughout the county and are open seasonally May - September. Please call or visit their website for locations and times. Continued on page 40 NEW JERSEY VIETNAM VETERANS' MEMORIAL FOUNDATION Jersey Shore Summer Ad WWW.NJVVMF.ORG 1 Memorial Lane, Holmdel, N.J. 07733 (Garden State Parkway Exit 116 ) 732.335.0033 VISIT NEW JERSEY'S TRIBUTE TO THOSE WHO SERVED OUR COUNTRY Please refer to page 40; Map D2