Basking Ridge Christmas Eve Sing 7PM – Watch on Your TV or Device
ONLINE STREAM: Basking Ridge Christmas Eve Sing on The Town Green at 7pm on Dec. 24th.
2024 MLH Magazine Holiday Edition
Mr. Local History Online Magazine – a free magazine with stories about local history and events in New Jersey. Over a dozen great local history stories from our home area of the Somerset Hills in New Jersey.
Happy holidays, everyone!
Holiday Tradition – Basking Ridge Christmas Eve Community Sing
The town of Basking Ridge, New Jersey, welcomes its 102nd Christmas Eve Sing on The Town Green at 7pm on Dec. 24, 2023. The town’s residents, friends, and guests gather to sing traditional carols and celebrate local history, documented by the Mr. Local History Project.
18 Jersey Businesses That Have A Line Out the Door Every Christmas Eve
Views: 5,427 One thing is for sure: You can guarantee that each of these businesses in New Jersey will have lines out the door and down the block every Christmas Eve. Most are also “CASH ONLY,” so make sure you… Read More »18 Jersey Businesses That Have A Line Out the Door Every Christmas Eve
Colonial Christmas To Shine Again at Bedminster’s Vanderveer House
The Jacobus Vanderveer House in Bedminster, New Jersey, is celebrating Colonial Christmas, an annual fundraiser event that combines history, tourism, tradition, and Christmas spirit. It offers an array of activities including music, reenactments, crafts, and holiday shopping.
New Life? Larison’s Turkey Farm in Chester, New Jersey
Views: 8,297 Larison’s Turkey Farm was more than just a restaurant; it was a cherished New Jersey landmark steeped in tradition. Established in 1945 on the grounds of a working turkey farm dating back to 1868, Larison’s embodied the warmth… Read More »New Life? Larison’s Turkey Farm in Chester, New Jersey
Peapack Ski Tow and Ski Areas Lost in New Jersey
Views: 9,630 The Peapack Ski Tow was One of the First Ski Businesses in New Jersey At one time, New Jerseyans had their pick of a dozen or so smaller hills where beginners could get a feel for the sport… Read More »Peapack Ski Tow and Ski Areas Lost in New Jersey
Keepsake: Bernardsville’s Olcott School Part of NJ Keepsake Collection
Views: 2,243 Olcott School Keepsake Official Launch Party: Wednesday, December 11, 2024 The Mayor of New Jersey’s Historic Village recently decreed that a new icon be added to the New Jersey Historic Wooden Village Collection in a bold move to… Read More »Keepsake: Bernardsville’s Olcott School Part of NJ Keepsake Collection
Non-Consecutive Term Presidents: Jersey’s Grover Cleveland and Now Donald Trump
Views: 5,528 Presidents #22 and #24 and Now #45 and #47 – Only Two Presidents to Serve Non-Consecutive Terms. Here’s how four presidential elections went down. Grover Cleveland, a Democrat, defeated Republican James G. Blaine of Maine and became the… Read More »Non-Consecutive Term Presidents: Jersey’s Grover Cleveland and Now Donald Trump
Mr. Local History Project’s Top 25 Stories for 2024
Views: 1,178 The Mr. Local History Project looks back at the top 25 researched stories posted for the year 2024. This year was a funny twist as readers worldwide again wanted to know a few classic sayings about the cold.… Read More »Mr. Local History Project’s Top 25 Stories for 2024
Keepsakes: Preserving Westfield New Jersey history is a Treasure
Views: 1,775 Congratulations to the Westfield Fire Department as Westfield celebrates the 150th year. 150th Anniversary of the Westfield Fire Department with a parade and community festival on Saturday, June 21, 2025: New Westfield Cat’s Meow Collectibles The Governor of New Jersey’s… Read More »Keepsakes: Preserving Westfield New Jersey history is a Treasure
Keepsake: Wildwood Arrives to NJ Historic Wooden Village Collection
Views: 2,541 Ahhhhhhhh……those Wildwood Days are ready to enjoy in your home!A monumental new keepsake collectible from the Mr. Local History Project. The Governor of New Jersey’s Historic Village recently decreed that a new icon be added to the New… Read More »Keepsake: Wildwood Arrives to NJ Historic Wooden Village Collection
Wearing Lost Jersey Businesses is Fun History
Views: 9,629 Mr Local History loves history with a social twist. In fact, it’s our motto! So we thought how fun it would be to share some of the most loved New Jersey businesses that have disappeared. We started researching… Read More »Wearing Lost Jersey Businesses is Fun History
Why Your Donation Matters
Views: 3,905 is NOW It’s called Giving Tuesday and comes after Thanksgiving, Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, and Cyber Monday. But “Giving Tuesday could be ANY day, and here’s why. At MLH, we try to support every one of you… Read More »Why Your Donation Matters
Keepsake: Basking Ridge Christmas Eve Caroling on the Green
Views: 10,388 The Governor of New Jersey’s Historic Keepsake Village has decreed that a new icon should be added to the New Jersey Historic Wooden Village Collection, expanding the exclusive set of New Jersey collectible icons. Introducing the “Winter and… Read More »Keepsake: Basking Ridge Christmas Eve Caroling on the Green
SHOP LOCAL – Small Business Saturday is Everyday at Mr. Local History!
Views: 2,675 The Mr. Local History Project is probably the “smallest of small businesses” and needs your support. We have great gifts that bring fun and memorable local history to all! Please consider #justoneitem. It makes a big difference and… Read More »SHOP LOCAL – Small Business Saturday is Everyday at Mr. Local History!