TRENTON – Governor Phil Murphy and First Lady Tammy Murphy are inviting all New Jersey residents to attend The Holidays at Drumthwacket, a longstanding tradition of open house tours at the Governor’s official residence in Princeton. This year, the Drumthwacket Foundation, in partnership with seven garden clubs from across the state, has decorated each room using fresh arrangements and greenery to complement the architecture and decor of the historical property. 

“It is our joy and privilege to welcome thousands of New Jerseyans to Drumthwacket all year, and especially during the holiday season. This beautiful property, appropriately known as the People's House, is a historical and cultural treasure that becomes even more remarkable at this time of year. I am incredibly grateful for the festive decorations created by seven garden clubs across our state in partnership with the Drumthwacket Foundation,” said First Lady Tammy Murphy. “Over the coming month, I look forward to welcoming many New Jersey families to visit and enjoy the holidays with us here at Drumthwacket.”

The tours are self-guided, but there will be several docents to answer questions and provide historical information about the property. Drumthwacket will be open to thousands of people this holiday season during this series of open house tours, which will be held on the following dates:

Wednesday, December 4, 2024

Thursday, December 5, 2024

Friday, December 6, 2024 

Saturday, December 7, 2024

Wednesday, December 11, 2024

Reservations are required; admission and on-site parking are free of charge. To make tour arrangements, visit December Holiday Open Houses - Drumthwacket, the Official Residence of the Governor of New Jersey.

The Holidays at Drumthwacket includes the following display presentations located throughout the public first-floor of the residence:

- Entrance Gate and Window Wreaths: Warren Garden Club

- Front Door, Foyer, and Solarium: Garden Club of Metuchen

- Dining Room: Keyport Garden Club

- Parlor: Mountain Lakes Garden Club

- Music Room: Allentown Garden Club  

- Library: West Trenton Garden Club

- Governor’s Study: Belvidere Garden Club