Mount Tabor
Mount Tabor by the Mount Tabor Historical Society, published by Arcadia Publishing Library Editions on July 25, 2007, offers a detailed exploration of one of New Jersey’s earliest permanent Methodist camp meeting grounds. This 130-page book delves into the history of Mount Tabor, which began in 1869 with canvas tents surrounding Trinity Park, the center of religious and social activities. As the community grew, it transitioned from temporary accommodations to more permanent housing, featuring narrow, two-story Victorian cottages that reflect the architectural style of the era.
Readers will find a comprehensive account of Mount Tabor’s evolution from a religious retreat to a summer resort, highlighting significant developments such as the construction of the octagonal-shaped tabernacle in 1885 and the expansion of recreational activities by 1912. The narrative captures the essence of the community’s transformation post-World War II, when many cottages were converted for year-round living, fostering a diverse environment welcoming individuals from various backgrounds. The book emphasizes the enduring charm and spiritual heritage of Mount Tabor, inviting readers to appreciate its historical significance and the sense of fellowship that continues to thrive among its residents.
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One of New Jersey’s earliest permanent Methodist camp meeting grounds, Mount Tabor embodied the austere evangelical fervor of 1869. Canvas tents on 16-by-25-foot leased lots surrounded Trinity Park, the focal point of all religious and social activity for 10 days in late August. The camp meetings were hugely successful, and the growing community needed more permanent housing. Narrow, two-story Victorian cottages with intricate porches and balconies began to sprout on the lots. In 1885, the octagonal-shaped tabernacle, with its soaring walls and heaven-high ceiling, was built. As early as 1891, the religious summer colony expanded its recreational activities,
and by 1912, Mount Tabor was more of a summer resort than religious retreat. After World War II, most of the 350 cottages were converted to year-round use, and Mount Tabor became a community within Parsippany, welcoming people from all religions and backgrounds. Today the unpretentious charm of its humble beginnings permeates the quaint community, and modern residents, like their forebears, are drawn to the rich, spiritual heritage of goodwill and the delightful cottages that invite fellowship.
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