Explore the History of the Garden State on Hunterdon County’s 579 Trail
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.
A Memorial Day Look At New Jersey’s War Memorials And Battle Monuments
The Garden State’s municipalities are filled with monuments dedicated to battles fought in the state and internationally by its residents.
James Street Community Rushes to Stall NJIT’s Demolition of Historic School
A decade-long battle to save a landmark in Newark’s University Heights nearly ended in demolition. Frantic phone calls to lawyers and city officials managed to stay the wrecking ball in the eleventh hour — for now.
Layers of History Hidden in the Walls of Newark’s Krueger-Scott Mansion
Architects found layers of history that go back more than a century.
The Street is a Mosque for Displaced Muslims in Newark During Ramadan
The Branford Masjid in Newark was allegedly sold to Paramount Assets without notifying the congregation.
An Electrician Stumbled on Lost WPA Photos in West Orange, but the Fate of...
The collection of 1940s tax photos remains in limbo, held by a former chair of the Historic Preservation Commission.
Historic Chateau Once Owned by Thomas Edison’s Daughter on the Market in West Orange
The historic residence in Llewellyn Park, a gated community known for her father’s mansion Glenmont, took inspiration from the Normandy region in France.
Historic Jersey City Building With Ties to Mayor Frank Hague at Risk of Demolition
The Jersey City Landmarks Conservancy (JCLC) believes the Junction holds an important place in Jersey City’s history and the building at 500 Communipaw Avenue is no exception.
Death of Local Player in New Jersey Looms over Youth Football Controversy
In this series, Jersey Digs explores a small suburban hospital in Orange, New Jersey, that became a landmark institution.
Monmouth County Borough Seeks Title to Historic Cemetery With Unknown Owner
Who owns the historic Lakeview Cemetery in Allentown, New Jersey? The answer is currently unclear, but the borough government could soon take over the property.
