Holiday

The Basking Ridge Christmas Tree and BRFCo are Tied in History

Every year, the Basking Ridge Fire Department erects a locally donated 30-foot evergreen tree on the town green. The fire…

4 months ago

Remembering Larison’s Turkey Farm in Chester, New Jersey

Larison's Turkey Farm was a historic restaurant and landmark in Chester, New Jersey. It opened in 1945 on the site…

4 months ago

Arthur’s Tavern and a New Jersey Restaurant Dynasty

Do you know how Arthur's Tavern got its name? Meet Arthur..... Arthur McGreevy. Meet Arthur McGreevy Arthur was born on…

4 months ago

Thanksgiving Proclamation Way Before Lincoln Did It -Thanks Jersey Guys

While history recognizes President Abraham Lincoln's Thanksgiving proclamation, many don't know that two statesmen persuaded President George Washington to declare…

4 months ago

Keepsake: Basking Ridge Christmas Eve Caroling on the Green

The Governor of New Jersey's Historic Keepsake Village has decreed that a new icon should be added to the New…

4 months ago

Colonial Christmas Shines at Bedminster’s Vanderveer House

The Jacobus Vanderveer House in Bedminster, New Jersey, is celebrating its 22nd Colonial Christmas, an annual fundraiser event that combines…

4 months ago

SHOP LOCAL – Small Business Saturday is Everyday at Mr. Local History!

The Mr. Local History Project is probably the "smallest of small businesses" and needs your support. We have great gifts…

4 months ago

Our MLH Holiday Boutique is Open

We've been spending all year creating some of the most unique Jersey history gifts this holiday season. The Mr Local…

4 months ago

Who Brings Their Jersey Village Collectibles out Just for the Holidays?

We have been told a terrible rumor. Is it true? Do some people bring out their Jersey Cat's Meow collectibles…

4 months ago

Jackie Mars – Jersey’s Halloween Candy Icon

Jacqueline “Jackie” Mars is an American heiress, investor, and philanthropist who was a Bedminster, New Jersey resident. Known at one…

5 months ago

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