We would be remiss if we did not include the places "just outside" Salem County that are worth visiting while you are in the area.
If you are looking for imported furniture, paintings and garden decor, Jantiques in Upper Deerfield is worth the trip. With over 15,000 sq ft of wholesale antique reproductions, home decor and cast iron statues and a 3 acre garden yard filled with 8-12 foot statuary in cast iron, bronze and marble - not to mention the gazebos, arches, benches, fountains, urns, driveway gates and cast iron fencing - it is no wonder that Jantiques boasts that they have the best selection of garden decor in America.
Jantiques is located in neighboring Cumberland County at 1530 Route 77 in Upper Deerfield, NJ. For more information, call (856) 451-2143 or visit their website, http://reprodepotinc.com.
Mood's Farm Market in nearby Gloucester County is also on Route 77 and is five miles south of Mullica Hill. The Mood family has grown apples and peaches since the 1870's and the market is one of the original farm markets in the area. In 1976, Mood's Farm Market was chosen as the "Farm Market of the Year" by the New Jersey Farm Bureau.
Specializing in "pick your own fruit", sweet cherries, blueberries and red raspberries are available in mid-June and sour/pie cherries in late-June. Sweet plums are available right after the 4th of July and peaches, blackberries and nectarines are available in the mid-later part of the month. August brings the late red raspberries, Bartlett pears and Italian plums as well as white seedless and concord grapes. Apples are in September and Pumpkins finish up the season in late September.
Moods is fun for the whole family. Come out for a cup of apple cidar and an apple hayride in September after Labor Day or for a pumpkin hayride in October - just look for the Orange Windmill. For more information, call (856) 478-2500 or visit their website, http://www.moodsfarmmarket.com/index.html.
Historic Mullica Hill, NJ is just outside of Salem County in neighboring Gloucester County, also on Route 77. Plantations were established in the late 17th century by English and Irish Quakers; while Finnish settlers Eric, John, Olag and William Mullica began purchasing land in 1704. Two of the homes they build still stand on North Main. Today, Mullica Hill is known as a Main Street Shopping District and has many antique shops, jewelry stores, collectibles, fine art, boutiques and furniture stores as well as restaurants, coffee houses and tea rooms. The town has a nostalgic charm with many restored historic homes.
Mullica Hill was placed on the National Register of Historic Places and the New Jersey State Register of Historic Places in 1991 in recognition of its historic and architectural significance.
Neigboring Cumberland County is home of Millville, New Jersey and the Glasstown Arts District. Steeped in the history of American glass making, this Southern New Jersey town offers 19th and 20th century buildings and homes rich in architectural history. The Riverfront Renaissance Center for the Arts offers a public gallery and education center; while private galleries line the streets offering glimpses of original paintings, ceramics, giclees, mosaics and more. Enjoy walking the scenic 700 foot river walk along the Maurice River or enjoy a picnic at the Captain Buck Riverfront Park.
Specialty shops offer unique gifts, antiques, books, candy and hand-crafted items. There is an excellent selection of cafes, pubs and restaurants to choose from when dining out. Every "Third" Friday is the hottest event in South Jersey as most galleries, shops and restaurants open late and participate by offering music, demonstrations, food and fun!
Just a few miles from the Glasstown Arts District is the WheatonArts and Cultural Center, also known as "Wheaton Village". Things to do include: "making your own paperweight" with the expert guidance of a master glass artist; riding the half-scale C.P. Huntington Train; browsing the museum shop, general store, shops and galleries; touring the Museum of American Glass; watching glassblowing demonstrations and much more.