MORRISTOWN — On Dec. 6 and 7 Historic Speedwell will be transformed into a Civil War soldiers' winter encampment.

The weekend event will feature reenactors performing routine tasks, including cooking holiday meals, in winter huts and tents. In addition, an Officers’ Ball, featuring officers and ladies in 19th-century finery, will be held in the Vail House.

There also will be a holiday craft workshop and hot mulled cider and cookies will be served to visitors around open outdoor fires.

Activities will take place Dec. 6 from noon to 5 p.m. and Dec. 7 from noon to 4 p.m. Admission is $7 both days, $6 for ages 65 and older and $5 for ages 4 to 16.

Historic Speedwell is located at 333 Speedwell Ave. in Morristown. For more information, call 973-285-6550.