Visiting the Lambert Castle
For anyone who has taken a trip to Newport Rhode Island to visit the Breakers and some of the other mansions of the gilded age, you may be interested in knowing that New Jersey has one of its own. The Lambert Castle on the border of Clifton and Paterson was built in 1892 by silk manufacturer Catholina Lambert. With an observation tower, art gallery and Italian gardens, it is a site to be seen.
The castle was purchased by the Passaic County Park Commission and is now open to the public. It costs only $5.00 to tour the museum and kids under 5 are free.
For a great description of the interior, take a look at this account of the reception party that was given when the home was first completed.
This historical society runs the museum and they allow non-flash photographs to be taken. The museum usually has guided tours that begin at 1:30PM. Plan on spending several hours at the castle and grounds, and if time permits, visit the nearby Great Falls State Park.