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Views: 933Fall in New Jersey is more than colorful leaves, crisp mornings, and roadside farm stands; it is a season filled with great history and stories. In this issue, the Mr. Local History research team travels from the historic boardwalk… Read More »Fall Is In the Air – So Much to Do and See in Mr. Local History’s 2026 Fall Magazine
Views: 1,118For centuries, historians have relied on books, letters, artifacts, and exhibits to tell the stories of the past. But what if visitors could do something more? What if they could actually sit down and have a conversation with Elias… Read More »Meet HistOracle AI: New Jersey Team Brings History’s Voices Back to Life
Views: 1,733As New Jersey commemorates the 250th anniversary of the American experience, the archaeological work at Lord Stirling Manor represents one of Somerset County’s most significant contributions to the America 250 effort. By uncovering the physical remains of William Alexander’s… Read More »Archaeological Dig – America’s Grandest Estate in Basking Ridge
Views: 1,610Step into the unofficial kickoff to Summer 2026 with Mr. Local History for a fun, fast-moving journey through New Jersey’s past and America 250. Inside this issue: meet New Jersey’s 5 signers of the Declaration of Independence, revisit Memorial… Read More »Mr. Local History 2026 Summer Magazine Vol 8. Issue 2
Views: 6,413Honoring those we’ve lost and those veterans who have served. Soldiers showcased in the video who have given the ultimate sacrifice for their country: More Mr. Local History Our Readers’ Top 10 MLH Posts this Week
Views: 24,302The Continental Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. It was engrossed on parchment, and on August 2, 1776, delegates began signing it. Jefferson drafted the statement between June 11 and 28, submitted drafts to Adams… Read More »Independence Day – Kudos to New Jersey Signers #jersey5
Views: 7,267It’s the oldest cycling race in America – right in Somerville, New Jersey, every Memorial Day for 85 years! It’s the “Kentucky Derby of Cycling.” I laid on the ground at turn two and thought all would be good.… Read More »Somerville Bike Race – The Oldest Race in America & a Jersey Memorial Day Staple
Views: 48,236Au Natural in the News:As we were updating this post, we just learned that a Steakhouse in Miami is going “au natural” just like Sky Farm. And we have another news item at the end of the story. C.L.A.S.S.… Read More »Sky Farm: America’s Oldest Nudist Colony is STILL KICKING in Liberty Corner, New Jersey
Views: 5,697RAIN or SHINE – EVERY July 4th at 10:30 am – Join friends and family on Independence Day as the Washington Camp Ground Association honors the American flag, the playing of the Star Spangled Banner, and the reading of… Read More »New Jersey’s Gift to America’s 250th – A July 4th Celebration You Must Experience
Views: 2,897NEWSFLASH:June 12, 2026 – Ristorante MV now owns the building known to locals as the Old Stone Hotel, which they’ve been renting. Now that’s an event. Congratulations It’s really fun when you get the chance to document an establishment’s… Read More »Bernardsville’s Historic Old Stone Tavern & Hotel – Destination Brings a Whole Bunch of History
Views: 3,408UPDATE:EXTENSION – Submissions to the program have been extended to give everyone a bit more time to complete and submit their thoughts, as well as to share their experiences over the July 4th period, providing additional retrospective in your… Read More »What America at 250 Means To You as A New Jerseyian
Views: 3,089New Jersey does not just have great food; it has a habit of turning everyday favorites into something bigger, messier, and more over-the-top than anyone expects. From stacked deli sandwiches and grease-truck creations to loaded cheesesteaks, Italian subs, and… Read More »Jersey’s Iconic Biggest Food Challenges
Views: 1,686It takes around two minutes and eighteen seconds to sing God Bless America. Mr. Local History took a trip to the “Field of Honor,” an annual tradition at the Jacobus Vanderveer House in Bedminster, New Jersey. Sit back, relax,… Read More »Take 2 Minutes and 18 Seconds to Celebrate America
Views: 566We’re going to try to do our best to get out there and experience America’s 250th across New Jersey by attending what we can. The most fun has to be not only learning more about the history but also… Read More »Documenting America’s 250th Across New Jersey
Views: 1,223In New Jersey, any serious study of the Revolutionary War inevitably leads to Morristown. More than just a waypoint, Morristown became the strategic and symbolic heart of the Continental Army during its darkest and most decisive years. Twice chosen… Read More »Morristown and America’s History – A Critical Piece to Our Nations History Puzzle
