Whether you're a banker, national political figure, CEO, or farmer, the Somerset Hills has provided commercial opportunities for centuries. From…
Every year, the Basking Ridge Fire Department erects a locally donated 30-foot evergreen tree on the town green. The fire…
While history recognizes President Abraham Lincoln's Thanksgiving proclamation, many don't know that two statesmen persuaded President George Washington to declare…
ONE NIGHT ONLY! Join the community with friends, neighbors, volunteers for a holiday celebration of what will be the 100th…
NOTE: Warren, Far Hills and Bernardsville were all part of Bernards Township in the early 18th, 19th and 20th centuries.…
Our curiosity started with a round-table discussion: Who is Francis Bernard, and should there be a statue to recognize his…
Sir Francis Bernard's Legacy Carries On as Towns Honor the Royal Governor of New Jersey and Massachusetts In 1758, Francis…
So excited to begin the planning for the 2023 Bernards Township Day of Community Service and Pride scheduled for Wednesday,…
Self guided tours of some of the most historic pubs and taverns in the tri-state area. Who doesn't like going…
For your consideration...... Late December and early January are great times to reflect on the year passed and stories that…
The Mr. Local History project often digs into multiple archives looking for evidence of the areas collective past. But this…
The New Jersey Register of Historic Places is the official list of New Jersey's historic resources of local, state, and…
On the internet, we've created the #3LOCALHISTORYEVENTCHALLENGE, where you share your town's three most historic events. As the historian for…
We'd love your opinion on Basking Ridge, Liberty Corner, Lyons, and West Millington. What are Bernards Township's most historic icons?…
Want a quick way to search for articles about the history from your town? The Mr. Local History Project has…
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