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December 13, 1776 – Basking Ridge , New Jersey Altered American History

The world might have had a different look if it weren't for this day's event.December 13, 1776 in Basking Ridge,…

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100+ Mouthwatering “Best Burgers” From New Jersey – Krug’s Tavern Burger Porn Collection

Krug’s Tavern: Newark’s Burger Temple Since 1932, Krug’s Tavern on Wilson Avenue has been serving what many call the best…

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Meet (Sir) Francis Bernard Esq. – New Jersey’s Royal Governor

Our curiosity started with a round-table discussion: Who is Francis Bernard, and should there be a statue to recognize his…

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Art and Local History in the Somerset Hills

Capturing History with Art in the Somerset Hills in Somerset County, New Jersey The Mr. Local History Project has launched…

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America’s First Republican Vice President Nominee – Basking Ridge’s William Dayton Beats out Abraham Lincoln

Americans think the Biden/Trump election was one for the ages, exposing huge ideological beliefs, highly charged politics, and a fight…

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Summer Reading Book & Film Club – Central Jersey History

Summer is a great time for readers to take a book to the beach or just sit in a lounge…

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Sir Francis Bernard Honored With American Town Names

Sir Francis Bernard's Legacy Carries On as Towns Honor the Royal Governor of New Jersey and Massachusetts In 1758, Francis…

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The Bernardsville Basking Ridge Speedway of 1907

Mr. Local History took a ride down Washington Avenue in Bernardsville & Basking Ridge as we uncovered a story that…

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‘Beautiful Bernards’ Honors Bernards Township History and Community

"Beautiful Bernards" is a perfect example of "sharing local history with a social twist!"Mr. Local History Project's mission - the…

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MLHP History Gift Shop

Jersey is all we do. We make each of these collectibles to promote New Jersey history, as our motto states:…

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