Mr Local History loves history with a social twist. In fact, it's our motto! So we thought how fun it…
Going to the Olympics as a participant is a great accomplishment. Winning an Olympic medal is the pinnacle to some.…
Vol.6 Issue 2 - Summer is in full swing, and we're happy to say Happy Birthday, America, for the 248th…
Basking Ridge, New Jersey UPDATE: Back in 2010, we posted this story on another website. Then, we said people needed…
New Jersey’s Gift to AmericaSomerset County’s Gift to AmericaBridgewater’s Gift to AmericaMiddlebrook’s Gift to AmericaThey all come on Independence Day…
Flag Designer Betsy Ross and Her Basking Ridge Ties - Lore or Fact? “Here lies the woman who made the…
Summer is a great time for readers to take a book to the beach or just sit in a lounge…
Somerset County is well known for its importance regarding the Revolutionary War, but many may not know the impact Somerset…
It takes around two minutes and eighteen seconds to sing God Bless America. Mr. Local History took a trip to…
The Continental Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. It was engrossed on parchment and on August…
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