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Van Riper House Inc preserves local history and fosters community engagement through events and activities at this historic landmark, promoting cultural heritage and connection among residents in Nutley, NJ.

Join us for the 2nd Annual Van Riper House Beer Festival!&nbsp;Enjoy an afternoon of craft beer from local breweries, food trucks, live music, and good vibes &mdash; all to support the restoration of one of North Jersey&rsquo;s oldest historic homes.&nbsp; 🎟️ Ages 21+&nbsp; Proceeds benefit Van Riper House, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Learn more: <a data-end="707" data-start="662" fr-original-style="" href="http://vanriperhouse.org" rel="noopener" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_new">vanriperhouse.org</a> RAIN DATE: Sunday, September 27, 2026NO REFUNDS unless event is completely cancelled.&nbsp;

2nd Annual Van Riper House Beer Festival

Join us for a morning history tour led by Township Historian John Demmer. The walk starts at the Van Riper House along Washington&rsquo;s Retreat Route and Victory Route at 491 River Road at 9 AM (parking available) with a house and grounds tour. We will then walk to the Kingsland Manor, learning about the important history of the Nutley/Clifton border area along the way (15 minute walk). The event will conclude with a tour of the Kingsland Manor.

Walk & Talk History Tour Van Riper/Kingsland

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April 26, 2026 12:00 &ndash; 5:00 PM(Postponed from 4/25)&nbsp;<p fr-original-style="line-height:1.2;text-align:center;margin:0pt 0px;width:100%;box-sizing:inherit;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);" style="line-height:1.2;text-align:center;margin:0pt 0px;width:100%;box-sizing:inherit;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);"> <p fr-original-style="line-height:1.2;text-align:center;margin:0pt 0px;width:100%;box-sizing:inherit;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);" style="line-height:1.2;text-align:center;margin:0pt 0px;width:100%;box-sizing:inherit;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span fr-original-style="font-size:12pt;font-family:'Times New Roman',serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;white-space:pre-wrap;" style='font-size: 12pt; font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; 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2026 Van Riper Lawn Party

Join us at the historic Van Riper House for a delightful day of Yuletide Pictures With Santa. Capture the magic of the season in a setting that speaks to North Jersey&#39;s rich heritage. 📸 Your participation supports our ongoing efforts in preserving this cherished landmark. Every photo session contributes to educational programs and community events that keep our local history alive. We invite you to share in this tradition. Click below to pay and help us continue our mission of maintaining cultural heritage and community connections.

Van Riper Yuletide Pictures With Santa

&Uacute;nase a nosotros en la hist&oacute;rica Casa Van Riper para un d&iacute;a encantador de Fotos Navide&ntilde;as con Santa. Capture la magia de la temporada en un entorno que habla de la rica herencia del norte de Nueva Jersey. 📸 Su participaci&oacute;n apoya nuestros esfuerzos continuos en preservar este emblem&aacute;tico lugar. Cada sesi&oacute;n de fotos contribuye a programas educativos y eventos comunitarios que mantienen viva nuestra historia local. Le invitamos a compartir en esta tradici&oacute;n. Haga clic a continuaci&oacute;n para pagar y ayudarnos a continuar nuestra misi&oacute;n de mantener el patrimonio cultural y conexiones comunitarias.

Van Riper Yuletide Pictures With Santa

DEADLINE IS Monday 12/1Join us for Yuletide at the Van Riper House on Saturday, December 6, 2025, a festive holiday celebration in partnership with Varitage Brew Works. The afternoon will feature seasonal craft beer, live jazz, photos with Santa, and holiday cheer at one of Nutley&rsquo;s most historic landmarks. 📍 Van Riper House &ndash; 491 River Road, Nutley, NJ 🕒 12:00 PM &ndash; 5:00 PM Vendors will be part of a warm, family-friendly community event that is expected to draw strong local attendance. All vendors selling food of any kind must obtain permits from the Nutley Health Department and/or Fire Department. Please call each to determine what is needed for your specific situation. Nutley Health Dept: (973) 284-4976Nutley Fire Dept: (973) 284-4936

Van Riper/Varitage Yuletide Vendors

POSTPONED FROM Saturday 9/6All tickets will be honored on 9/7. If you can no longer attend, you may request a refund by emailing vanripernj@gmail.com. Join us for the first-ever&nbsp;Van Riper House Beer Festival, hosted in partnership with Varitage Brew Works, Ghost Hawk, and Jersey Cyclone! Enjoy an afternoon of craft beer from local breweries, food trucks, live music, and good vibes &mdash; all to support the restoration of one of North Jersey&rsquo;s oldest historic homes.&nbsp; 🎟️ Ages 21+&nbsp; Proceeds benefit Van Riper House, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Learn more: <a data-end="707" data-start="662" fr-original-style="" href="http://vanriperhouse.org" rel="noopener" style="text-decoration-color: initial; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_new">vanriperhouse.org</a>

Van Riper House Beer Festival

POSTPONED FROM Saturday 9/6All tickets will be honored on 9/7. If you can no longer attend, you may request a refund by emailing vanripernj@gmail.com. Join us for the first-ever&nbsp;Van Riper House Beer Festival, hosted in partnership with Varitage Brew Works, Ghost Hawk, and Jersey Cyclone! Enjoy an afternoon of craft beer from local breweries, food trucks, live music, and good vibes &mdash; all to support the restoration of one of North Jersey&rsquo;s oldest historic homes.&nbsp; 🎟️ Ages 21+&nbsp; Proceeds benefit Van Riper House, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Learn more: <a fr-original-style="" href="http://vanriperhouse.org" rel="noopener" style="text-decoration-color: initial; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_new">vanriperhouse.org</a>

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