History

Part II of our deep dive into the history and architectural aspirations of Newark: post-World War II Newark is grappling with economic downturns and the weight of its own aspirations, as it embarks on a bold journey to redefine itself.

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.

New Jersey’s 579 Trail, a 25-mile stretch of country road from Bloomsbury to Lambertville, is a great way to explore the agricultural roots of the Garden State.

Weequahic High School's historic importance was recently recognized when it was named to New Jersey’s Register of Historic Places.

As I walked through Broad Street on my way home with presents and giftwrap in hand, I found myself longing for a memory that now has become a rose-tinted fantasy. The nostalgia of a time and a city that bejeweled itself in Christmas merriment, and streetscapes as alive as a postcard by Currier and Ives.

These tales I’m about to share are real, as legend goes that is… these are the stories that only a few of us know and wish to continue to pass for future generations. And what is most befitting is that they come from one particularly famous place in Newark… a final resting place.

Judge Stephen Garretson’s former home is believed to be the oldest building in Hamilton Park, Jersey City.

A plan to build a municipal recycling center threatens the serenity of a historically significant 18th-century home called the Samuel P. Paul House.

Last month, members of the public got a peek inside the Krueger-Scott Mansion in its almost-finished state to see what three years and $10 million could accomplish.

Despite the recent rapid growth of Newark, the neighborhood around the historic Mount Pleasant Cemetery has remained somewhat desolate. Now, two new developments could bring two hundred residents to formerly abandoned properties.