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The Shipman Mansion will be open for tours by appointment on April 11 and 12 from 1-4 and May 3 from 1-4. To schedule an appointment, please send an email to shipmanmansion@gmail.com and list Open House in the subject line. For appointments at other times, please call 856-986-7969.

The Shipman Mansion is located at 221 Edgewater Avenue in Edgewater Park, NJ.

Summer Concert Series

Chris Greiner

Wednesday, June 10

Chris Greiner kicks off the 2026 season with a heartfelt blend of Americana, folk, and roots music. A suburban Philadelphia–based singer-songwriter, Greiner delivers a soulful country sound built on honest storytelling and lived‑in lyrics. His performances balance warmth and grit, drawing from traditional Americana while keeping a modern edge.

[justchrismusic.com]

OMGB (The Old Man Garage Band)

Wednesday, June 24

OMGB returns with their crowd‑pleasing take on classic rock. A longtime local favorite, The Old Man Garage Band brings a deep catalog of rock staples spanning generations, delivered with energy, experience, and just the right amount of grit. Expect familiar favorites that keep the lawn lively from the first chord to the last.

[omgbnj.com]

Sean Daniels & The Law Abiding Citizens

Wednesday, July 8

Sean Daniels & The Law Abiding Citizens bring authentic, high‑energy bluegrass rooted in South Jersey. Blending guitar, banjo, mandolin, fiddle, and upright bass, the band keeps the spirit of traditional Americana alive with tight picking, rich harmonies, and storytelling songs that feel both timeless and personal. Their shows are equal parts heartfelt and foot‑stomping fun.

[lawabidingmusic.com]

Norm Taylor

Wednesday, July 22

Norm Taylor delivers acoustic blues with deep roots and a thoughtful soul. A local–based singer‑songwriter, Taylor draws from country blues traditions while weaving in influences from folk, soul, gospel, and classic rock. His intimate performances and expressive guitar work make for a powerful, stripped‑down blues experience that connects directly with the audience.

Golden Eagle Community Band

Wednesday, August 5

The Golden Eagle Community Band wraps up the season with a special summer performance. Founded in 1972, this premier all‑volunteer community band features approximately 65 musicians from across South Jersey. Their programs span patriotic favorites, stage and screen, jazz, pop, and American standards—making for a lively and family‑friendly evening on the lawn.

https://www.goldeneaglecommunityband.org/

Concerts will be held this summer on June 10, June 24, July 8, July 22 and August 5. Check back for the listing of the bands that will be playing at each concert event.

Details for each event will be listed on the Red Dragon Facebook page.

Fall Events

Sept. 16 – Ben Franklin – Burlington City- The Delaware River 7PM

Most people think of Ben and all of his accomplishments in his later years. But he got to that point in his life by first being a tough and wily entrepreneur who was not above a few questionable tactics to get ahead. Free.

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November 13 It was Christmas time in 1868 when Paul R. Shipman, a retired newspaper editor, arrived in Edgewater Park, New Jersey, having played a crucial role eight years earlier to keep Kentucky neutral during the Civil War. You are invited to visit his home, the Shipman Mansion, on Wednesday, November 13, for a free program exploring Christmas customs in Shipman’s era. Jane Peters Estes, a student of the Civil War and a reenactor of that conflict and its times, will appear in period costume to discuss the origins of the Christmas tree, stockings hung by the fire and other traditions we still enjoy. Ms. Estes’ interest in the period began when she led a school field trip to Gettysburg. Now a tour director for Starr Tours of Hamilton, N.J., she has since expanded her knowledge of all aspects of the 1860s by touring historical sites and participating in Civil War reenactments. A native of Lumberton, Jane’s efforts in historical preservation were recognized by the Delaware Valley Civil War Round Table when Jane was presented with its "Award of Merit." In 2018, she was chosen to receive the Samuel Town Memorial Award for “outstanding contributions” to Civil War history. Her program begins at 7 p.m., with tours beginning at 6 p.m. of the Shipman Mansion, which is listed on the New Jersey and National Registers of Historic Places. The presentation is offered by the non-profit Shipman Mansion Foundation, which is dedicated to the restoration of the 1869 mansion, with a mission to research, preserve and present to the public the cultural, architectural and maritime history of the area. The Shipman Mansion, at 221 Edgewater Avenue, Edgewater Park, is home to the Red Dragon Canoe Club, one of the oldest boating clubs on the Delaware River, whose members invite you to consider joining them for sailing, paddling and social events year round.