The history of Basking Ridge (Bernards Township) sometimes comes in unique ways. While researching the internet for another story we came across this auction selling an original score book from the Bernards Baseball Club. Today, there are a large number… Read More »Bernards BaseBall Club of 1867
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 grow this piece as information becomes available. If you have a comment or photo,… Read More »Retrospective: Harry Dunham and His Park
Mr. Local History Online Magazine – a free magazine with stories about local history and events in New Jersey. In this issue: Far Hills turns 100, a walking tour is coming, Analysis of the Basking Ridge Oak, Historic Marker Scavenger… Read More »Mr. Local History 2021 Spring MLH Magazine (Covid Rebound) Vol 3. Issue 1
The Mr. Local History Project (MLH) has been preserving and promoting local history since our non-profit organization was established in 2019. The all volunteer group started a wooden miniature keepsake program to share history, artwork, in partnership with the world… Read More »Keepsakes: Preserving Cranford’s History
The Mr. Local History Project received a request and we love the idea. We’re going to try to find as many Sears Roebuck houses we can help authenticate in the Somerset Hills and Somerset County, New Jersey. Don’t know what… Read More »Cataloging Sears Roebuck & Kit Homes in the Somerset Hills
Update: February 16, 2024 – Thanks to you all, the BOE has taken the name change for William Annin Middle School off the docket. Your voices made a difference. January 22, 2024 – It seems that the Bernards Township Board… Read More »The Annins of Liberty Corner: Patriots, Flag Company and a Middle School
It’s an age-old question, and the internet didn’t know the answer. So the Mr. Local History Project went digging. Why was Bernardsville once called Vealtown? Our research started with a post on social media because, yes, there are many smart… Read More »Retrospective: Why Bernardsville was Once Called Vealtown
We’d love your opinion on Basking Ridge, Liberty Corner, Lyons, and West Millington. What are Bernards Township’s most historic icons? We’d like to hear what you have to say. We’re curious to know what you think. We’ve called out a… Read More »Vote for Bernards Township’s Most Historic Icons
In a year filled with challenge and heartache the Mr. Local History brought a little holiday cheer by presenting their #cardsforvets, a program that connected the community with local veterans. Cards for Veterans were presented at the Lyons VA on… Read More »Holiday Cards for Veterans -#cardsforvets
Based at his home studio in Bernardsville, a structural engineer by profession sat Harry Robinson, an artist sculptor who changed the landscapes of outdoor spaces all across the county. A former zeppelin pilot in the Air Force and Maplewood, New… Read More »Harry Robinson – A Look at His Wooden Sculptures around Somerset Hills
COMMUNITY PROJECT – 2020 just keeps on giving. Our team was looking to create a great community tree for the 2020 Festival of Trees over at the Environmental Community Center in Basking Ridge – CANCELLED DUE TO COVID! We have… Read More »Come Make a Wish: Community Wish Tree for the Holiday Season
The holidays are going to be historic AGAIN as we all deal with the Covid 19 pandemic. But we move on! Join us as we share all the best that our local community has to offer. Cover The holiday season… Read More »Mr. Local History Releases Winter Magazine Vol.2 Issue 4 – The Holiday Issue
JOIN US THURSDAY, DECEMBER 3 for a VIRTUAL EVENT from 7-8pm. DID YOU KNOW BASKING RIDGE AND OTHER TOWNS WERE ALMOST LOST TO A SUPER REGIONAL AIRPORT IN THE 1960S? Taped: December 3, 2020 Background 61 years ago this December,… Read More »VIRTUAL EVENT: Filmmaker Scott Morris Honors Saving the Great Swamp- The Fight to Defeat the Jetport
It’s in the news again. School district consolidation across New Jersey. We have a question of the day that ties back to our initial Somerset Hills days when there was only Bernards and Bedminster (pre-1920s). Called Sweeney’s “Path to Progress”… Read More »Should the School Districts in the Somerset Hills Consolidate?
The 12-acre locale in Far Hills, New Jersey, known as the J. Malcolm Belcher Fairgrounds, holds a significant place in local history. Named after James Malcolm Belcher, former mayor, WWII veteran, and influential community figure, the area now serves as a host venue for various annual events, and embodies rich historical connection, dating back beyond the town’s formation in 1921.