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.
Weequahic High School’s Landmark Achievement: Celebrating Betelle’s Architectural Mastery in Newark
Weequahic High School's historic importance was recently recognized when it was named to New Jersey’s Register of Historic Places.
A Ghost, a Witch, and the Devil Walk into a Cemetery… The Horrors that...
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.
The Discovery of an 1860 Photo Causes Jersey City Residents to Rethink Restoration of...
Judge Stephen Garretson’s former home is believed to be the oldest building in Hamilton Park, Jersey City.
Native American Encampment, 18th Century Home Threatened by Municipal ‘Recycling’ Facility in Paulsboro
A plan to build a municipal recycling center threatens the serenity of a historically significant 18th-century home called the Samuel P. Paul House.
Madame Scott’s Grandson to Revive Beauty School in Newark’s Restored Krueger-Scott Mansion
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.
Two New Projects in Newark’s Mount Pleasant Section Breathe Life into Underdeveloped Neighborhood
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.
One of America’s Great Stores: How an Empire Killed Newark’s Temple to Retail
L. Bamberger & Co.’s flagship store in Newark at its peak was the the 6th largest department store in the United States, but as trends changed towards the suburbs, the city’s temple to consumerism was left behind.
A Visitors Guide to Incredible New Jersey Castles
Whether you prefer a modern showstopper or historic estate, these New Jersey castles are easy to find and just waiting for you to discover.
The Forest Hill Home Tours Return in a Banner Year for Newark
The Forest Hill House & Garden Tour is returning to Newark this Saturday, giving history lovers a chance to peek inside the oldest and most opulent homes owned by prominent Gilded Age families and turn-of-the-century captains of industry.
