History

“Janice Meredith” – 1924 Silent Film Showcases American Revolution

Back in 1924 silent films were all the rage. Bernardsville was just becoming a boro and separating from Bernards Township…

6 years ago

Today is Tomorrow’s History

Our mantra is simple. Today we coin the phrase and hashtag that "Today is Tomorrow's History" or #todayistomorrowshistory. Just wanted…

6 years ago

The Tale of Two Bedminsters

Sister Towns in New Jersey and England Share a Common Bond - and a Name How fun was it when…

6 years ago

Bernards Township Police Department Celebrates 100 Years of Service

2019 - Honoring New Jersey's Bernards Township Police Department's 100th Anniversary. UPDATE: Visit our Social Media Facebook Page to see…

6 years ago

The History of Bernards Township Street Names

Before I begin this post, I must say that this topic was one of my favorites, along with June Kennedy,…

6 years ago

Basking Ridge Historic White Oak Tree Honored in New Jersey Keepsake in Series

Mr Local History is proud to announce the release of the third in the collectible series, the 619-year-old Basking Ridge…

6 years ago

Basking Ridge Church and 619 Year Oak Tree Honored in New Jersey Historic Village Collection

The Mr. Local History Project is so proud to share the release of the second in the historic New Jersey…

7 years ago

Retrospective: Meryl Streep Was From Basking Ridge BEFORE Bernardsville

As with all Mr. Local History retrospectives, we often update the post when we learn stories and are sent photos…

7 years ago

Somerset Hills Bars and Restaurants of the Past

Every town in the world has restaurants and brothels that come and go. There are always reasons why they come…

7 years ago

Historic Cat’s Meow Collection Created for Somerset Hills Historic Brick Academy

The first of the Historic Somerset Hills Village Cat's Meow collectible series. The Mr. Local History Project, in conjunction with…

7 years ago

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