Families living in Burlington County homes can provide many different opportunities for their children’s summertime activities. One of the most popular options for families who have a deep appreciation for art and beauty is the Firehouse Gallery’s Summer Camp in Bordentown, NJ. The Gallery is a Victorian structure originally built in 1886 and is one of the area’s oldest firehouses. It was purchased by Juanita Crosby in 1969 and underwent major renovations. Mr. Gibbons bought it in 1994. In 2003 he made even more improvements to the teaching and living spaces within the building, and from 1994 until 2004 it hosted many exhibitions of local and international artists. Poetry and music events, including some evenings of opera, rounded out the Firehouse Gallery’s contribution to the local community’s art scene.

In the township of Cherry Hill, NJ there is a special Camden County property that has been providing fresh produce to customers since it was purchased by Alan Ebert when he finished his time in the Navy in 1949. Now Springdale Farms is Cherry Hill’s last working farm. It attracts hundreds of people every week from the surrounding areas. The yearning for freshly made pies, cakes, and other pastries baked right on the premises, and the desire for the taste of home-grown produce draws people from all walks of life. Chefs from local restaurants buy their fresh fruits and vegetables there, which makes Springdale Farms one of the primary farms involved in the “Farm to Fork” program set up by the South Jersey Independent Restaurant Association.

Gloucester County real estate is full of opportunities to explore the area’s rich history. The Gloucester County Historical Society exists to facilitate this exploration for families, whether they are full of youthful enthusiasm, or more relaxed in their mature years. Their motto is, “Unlocking our past by preserving and sharing our collections for the benefit of present and future generations.” The Hunter-Lawrence-Jessup House Museum is one of the primary examples of how they have encouraged historical preservation in the area. The Museum is open on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. On the last Sunday of each month, it opens at 2:00pm and doesn’t close until 5:00pm. It is also possible to book a private tour outside of the regular hours. The Museum advises visitors to call ahead in cases of inclement weather to be sure that they are open.