The Ghosts of Trenton: Signs Help Tell the Story of New Jersey’s Capital City
Trenton, New Jersey is filled with ‘ghost signs’ advertising organizations and businesses that once operated within the city.
The Original Living Social: Hoboken’s Social Club History
Immigrants flocking to Hoboken near the turn of the 20th century caused a building boom in the city, and a few social clubs built during the era still stand today.
The Newark that Could Have Been, Part I: A City Beautiful, Sky-High Ambitions, and...
Dive into the history and architectural aspirations of Newark, a city with a complex past and promising future, explored through the lens of its iconic landmarks and unrealized urban visions.
Not So Hidden Gems: A Look at The Heights’ Historic Homes
The Heights neighborhood of Jersey City was a German enclave from the middle of the 19th century until World War I. Prosperous citizens, often of German descent, built the biggest and best houses on Summit Avenue and Sherman Place. Today, in the ongoing preservation conversation, we feature four of these well-preserved homes.
Artist Richard La Rovere Deepens the Archive of Jersey City One Drawing at a...
Jersey City-native Richard La Rovere's drawings of everything from a single-family home to an aerial view of the skyline are preserving the city's past and present in extraordinary detail.
Chic, Modern Van Vorst Townhouse Rental Asking $7500 a Month
A beautifully renovated townhouse is available for rent in the Van Vorst Park neighborhood. The four-level home features four-bedrooms, an 800 square foot basement, and a "Zen-inspired garden” out back.
Bergen-Lafayette Mansion Scooped Up Quickly
Take a peek into this stunning Victorian home in the Bergen-Lafayette neighborhood of Jersey City. Built around 1895, the property boasts 8 bedrooms and...
A Shop in Montclair’s Downtown Historic District to Undergo Renovations Before Opening New Restaurant
A commercial building in Montclair’s downtown historic district will undergo a renovation that will both strip away some of the mid-century modernizations while giving it some stylish updates before a new restaurant opens there.
Jealousy and Triumph: The History of Newark Liberty International Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport’s history is one of early triumphs, bitter rivalries, and an enduring legacy as a global gateway.
Holmdel’s Bell Works Named New Jersey’s Most Iconic Building
This month, Architectural Digest published their pick for the most iconic building in each state, and Holmdel’s Bell Works garnered the honor for the Garden State.









