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#911neverforget-Somerset Hills Family Friends and Neighbors & Their Stories
Views: 15,058 Special Community Ask: MLH would love to know any positive outcomes that have come since this tragid day in American history. If you have a story to share, please post at the end of this story (e.g. did… Read More »#911neverforget-Somerset Hills Family Friends and Neighbors & Their Stories
#911neverforget in the Somerset Hills
Views: 5,510 On the clear crisp morning at 8:46 am on September 11, 2001, the first plane hit the North Tower, and our community was changed forever. Please take a moment to remember those 21 residents from Basking Ridge, Bernardsville,… Read More »#911neverforget in the Somerset Hills
That 4.8 Earthquake was New Jersey’s Ramapo FAULT
Views: 2,510 On a cool spring morning on Friday, April 5, 2024, at 10:23 am history was made as about 1/4 mile below the earth’s surface in the quiet Hunterdon County town of Tewkesbury, headlines were made as a 4.8… Read More »That 4.8 Earthquake was New Jersey’s Ramapo FAULT
How Awesome – We Just Got Your Submission….but now we need your help!
Don’t think you can’t make a difference because you can. The Mr. Local History Project is a 100% all volunteer organization. We give our time to share Jersey history with a social twist – and you have to admit we made this challenge with a social twist. Hope you picked up some history along the way.
The Mr. Local History Project is a 501c3 all volunteer non-profit organization. We have two goals. One is to create an ongoing scholarship fund to present annually to a Senior High School recipient. The second is to promote local history and create programs with a social twist. Your pledge goes fully to support those two efforts.
Pledge Your Support – Help Preserve and Promote Our Collective Local History
Mr Local History also accepts Venmo – Just scan the QR code or find us under “Charity” @mrlocalhistory
Each year the Mr. Local History Project works with area high schools to make a unrestricted scholarship to a worthy senior.
Please help us continue this annual tradition.
Regular Mail
For those who prefer traditional mail to make donations, mail to:
Mr. Local History Project Giving Campaign
184 W. Oak Street, Suite 101
Basking Ridge, NJ 07920
Per IRS requirements, donations of $250 or more will be recognized with a receipt.
Eagle Scout Maps Historic Basking Ridge
Views: 1,629 Maps have historically been a great way to tell stories about local history. Mr. Local History Project congratulates William (Liam) Murphy of Basking Ridge’s Patriots Path Council Boy Scout Troop 351, who created his interactive Basking Ridge Historical… Read More »Eagle Scout Maps Historic Basking Ridge
2024: Bernards Township Charter Day
Views: 742 Planning is already underway working with Mother Nature to bring Charter Day a nice warm sunny day for May 18, 2024. Street Fair Details Yes it rained on May 20, 2023 but volunteers, vendors and residents DID show… Read More »2024: Bernards Township Charter Day
‘Buy A Veteran a Burger’ Fundraiser For Our Lyons VA Veterans
Views: 1,909 Again this year, we’re hoping that you will participate with the Mr. Local History Project and support #buyavetaburger is a grass- roots campaign that started years ago to bring and prepare food for formerly homeless veterans at the… Read More »‘Buy A Veteran a Burger’ Fundraiser For Our Lyons VA Veterans
2024 Bernards Township Charter Day Streetfair
Views: 4,190 #btchartday is ON! Rain or Shine Get ready for a fun filled street fair and festival on Saturday, May 18, 2024 in the Historic Basking Ridge Village. Weather Forecast Stop by the Mr. Local History Project Booth #91… Read More »2024 Bernards Township Charter Day Streetfair
Art and Local History
Views: 5,043 Capturing History with Art in the Somerset Hills in Somerset County, New Jersey The Mr. Local History Project has launched a new program to honor artists that celebrate our local history with art. We’re also looking for groups… Read More »Art and Local History
Bernards Township Day of Community Service and Pride 2024 Challenge
Views: 4,943 DATE: Friday, May 24, 2024 – Day Focuses on Community Service and Pride in Bernards Township The Mr. Local History Project celebrates Bernards Township Day with two great historic items. Get a vinyl sticker or an original Bernards… Read More »Bernards Township Day of Community Service and Pride 2024 Challenge
Retrospective: Building AT&T Headquarters Basking Ridge
Views: 8,412 NOTE: As with all Mr. Local History retrospectives, we often update the post when we learn stories and are sent photos from our community. We will continue to expand this piece as information becomes available. If you have any… Read More »Retrospective: Building AT&T Headquarters Basking Ridge
Tuskegee Medal Presentation Writes Final Chapter
Views: 2,636 BASKING RIDGE- JULY 21, 2022 – Robert and Estelle Terry who once lived in Basking Ridge across the street from the Somerset Hills Airport were honored today at the site of their former home for a ceremony to… Read More »Tuskegee Medal Presentation Writes Final Chapter
Annin History Book Donated to Bernards Library
Views: 2,258 It took a bit, but finally the book of the 175 year history of the Annin Flag Company has finally made it to the Bernards Library. And what more appropriate day to present the collectible book but on… Read More »Annin History Book Donated to Bernards Library
Bernards Township Day of Community Service & Pride
Views: 3,364 Circle the Date on the Calendar!Bernards Township’s Annual Day of Community Service and Pride is Wednesday, May 24, 2023. First off, THANK YOU TO EVERYONE who participated last year’s Bernards Township Day of Community Service and Pride. The… Read More »Bernards Township Day of Community Service & Pride