Lake Hopatcong was once envisioned as a four season resort. The Lake Hopatcong Winter Carnival of January 1926 featured competitions in speed skating, skate sailing, ice boating, and hockey and the New York Times reported it drew some 15,000 people to the lake. Lake Hopatcong was the long-time home for the Skate Sailing Association of […]
The Byram Township Historical Society Speaker Series Presents Marty Kane at the Golden Nugget Saloon in Wild West City. Free program!
An exciting schedule of 2026 programs and events is coming soon. Happy Holidays!
Morris County Historical Society and Morris County Heritage Commission are pleased to present a Revolutionary Lecture Series to celebrate the rich and vast history that makes Morris County so special. Join us for a series of 12 lectures that will cover topics from our local role in the American Revolution to the early engineering marvels […]
An amazing day at the lake that has grown incredibly over the years and raises a huge amount of money for children in need. Party follows at the Elks at 2:00pm - see their website for ticketing information.
This program is part two of a two-part series exploring the lives and legacies of the notable figures who passed through the Lake Hopatcong Station. This presentation highlights the women, building on its companion program celebrating the men, which took place this past October. All are welcome to attend, regardless of whether they attended the first […]
Join Canal of NJ Society President Joe Macasek to discover how the Morris Canal successfully traversed a nearly 1700-ft change in elevation. Morris County Historical Society and Morris County Heritage Commission are pleased to present a Revolutionary Lecture Series to celebrate the rich and vast history that makes Morris County so special. Join us for […]
Explore the rich history of Netcong and Stanhope, NJ, through rare silent films that capture boat races, lively parades, and cherished community moments. Hear from local preservation experts as they share stories of the history and events that shaped our two towns.
A wonderful opportunity for the community to purchase New Jersey native plants for spring planting that’s good for our lake and the environment! Some 60 varieties available for purchase. Online ordering for 2026 will be available from Friday, April 24 through Thursday, April 30. Pickup for online plant purchases will take place on Saturday, May 2, from 9 […]
One of the lake's best days! The Lake Hopatcong Block Party celebrates all facets of Lake Hopatcong life by bringing visitors together with businesses, non-profit organizations, community groups, crafters, and food vendors for a community day like no other featuring activities, raffles, giveaways, a children’s scavenger hunt, and more.