The Hermitage, 335 North Franklin Turnpike, Ho-Ho-Kus, New Jersey

A National Historic Landmark

Open for tours, Wednesday through Sunday, 1-4 pm, last tour begins at 3:15 pm.

table of contents

The Site

The 18^th Century House

Early 19^th Century History

Masonic Symbols

Enlargement and Remodeling of The Hermitage in the Gothic Revival Style, 1847-48

The Architect:  William H. Ranlett

        Ranlett’s Architectural Philosophy

        Existing buildings that were designed by William H. Ranlett

The Mid 19^th Century Gothic Revival Cottage Villa

The Remodeling and Enlargement, 1847-48

Mid-19^th Century Landscaping

Ranlett’s Career after 1848

Changes to The Hermitage since 1848

The Preservation and Restoration of the Hermitage since 1970

Archival images on the above links from the collection of the New Jersey Division of Parks and Forestry.