Page 16 THE VILLADOM TIMES III • November 17, 2010 �������������������������� Zabriskie House doors will open to visitors The trustees of the VanVoorhees-QuackenbushZabriskie House invite local residents to a Holiday Open House on Saturday, Dec. 4 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The 18th and early 19th century historical home is located at 421 Franklin Avenue in Wyckoff. This annual event, held nearly since 1976, will showcase the house for the holiday season, complete with wreaths and garlands of fresh greens designed specifically for this occasion by volunteers of the Wyckoff Area Garden Club. Built in 1730 and added onto in 1824, the Zabriskie House is one of the finest examples of American architecture in northern New Jersey. Antique-filled rooms reflect the Dutch colonial heritage that dominated this region during the 18th and early 19th centuries. Although used as a home by the Van Voor Haze, Quackenbush, and Zabriskie families, the structure was also used as a village store, tavern, candy store, hotel, and ballroom. Today, the house ED GOSTISSA WYCKOFF, NJ 201-891-1033 NJ Lic #13VH02050500 FREE ESTIMATE The Zabriskie House “A Carpentry and Remodeling Company” BASEMENTS • KITCHENS • BATHROOMS • ROOFING • SIDING DOORS • WINDOWS • DECKS • ADDITIONS • RENOVATIONS EBG CONSTRUCTION LLC and gardens represent the Grace Zabriskie home, a gift to the Township of Wyckoff. Highlighting the day will be self-guided tours throughout the house, giving visitors the opportunity to experience a Wyckoff home as it appeared two centuries ago. In addition, cookies and mulled cider will be served in the home’s period dining room. Holiday music will add to the atmo- sphere. All area residents are invited to this special event. Those who are studying New Jersey history this year may especially appreciate the experience of being in a local historical home during the holiday season. The admission fee is $5 for adults; $3 for senior citizens and children under the age of 12. “Architectural Millwork & Design” 9-15-10 pat/janine EBGConst2x2(9-15-10) 2 x 2”