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Website Updates:
Everything you need to know about the 250th anniversary celebrations in Bernards Township throughout 2010.
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Bernards Township 250th Anniversary Commemorative Edition Book
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Commemorative Edition
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This sure to be a classic Bernards Township 250th Anniversary local collectible, "Around and About - Basking Ridge, Liberty Corner, and Lyons will be a 148 page limited release and only available from the Historical Society of the Somerset Hills. Learn More |
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BERNARDS TWP CHARTER DAY
Learn about the grand history and celebrate the 250th Anniversary -
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New Online Tour - Take a stroll down historic "Main Street" in the village of Basking Ridge - new online virtual tour partners with historic walking tour of village ...more
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Historical Society Newsletters from 1957-1976 now available for download ...more |
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Digital Update - 1872 Schoolhouse rules and punishment document reproductions now available for download ...more |
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Old tax book found highlights rich/famous and livestock records back to 1892...more |
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Blairsden Estate Update - Learn about the illustrious past and the current state of one of the country's most prominent mansions ...more |
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2010 Historic Preservation Awards
 The Historical Society of the Somerset Hills is pleased to announce its 2010 Historic Preservation Award. In special recognition of the 250th anniversary of Bernards Township, a single project that represents three centuries of Township history has been selected for honor. The Kennedy-Martin-Stelle Farmstead has been chosen as an outstanding example of achievement in historic preservation. ....learn more
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History Quilt - Patchwork Tells History
 Expressing our heritage and history is alive and well, firmly sewn into the fabric of our community ...literally.
Volunteers from a Somerset Hills area quilting group called the "Piecemakers" who gather weekly at the Bishop Janes United Methodist Church in Basking Ridge, have created a handmade quilt depicting some of the most historic sites in Bernards Township to mark the 250th anniversary of Bernards Township.
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Oak Street School Mural - History to the Children
 In 2010, Bernards Township marks its 250th anniversary of its formal charter as a township. Back in 1760, the town was known as Bernardstown, named in honor of the Governor of New Jersey.
Over 6 weeks, 640 student artists, 70 volunteers, the Oak Street PTO, and one artist later… the cafeteria at Oak Street School has been radically transformed ....learn more
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New Video House Tour created by Local High School
History Volunteer
 In an effort to reach out to new and younger audiences, a program called "History VolunTeens" was established here at THSSH to work with area high school students and tie their interest in history to volunteer to find new ways to promote our local history.
Bianca Pichamuthu's video showcases her dedication to local history and her craft. Watch the Video - ....learn more
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Bernards Township Street Names
 See what's behind the history of your street name...more
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 Local Lore
Betsy Ross, Was She Really Buried in Basking Ridge?
Betsy Ross in Basking Ridge
Over the past two decades, more than half a dozen references to this story have been uncovered in our archives at the Brick Academy and in the files of the Bernards Township Library History Room. The first mention appeared in a clippings scrapbook compiled by retired physician, Dr. William Pennington, who lived around the turn of the 19th century and spent much of his life collecting newspaper articles
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 Teen Volunteer Program
" VolunTEENS" Program
Brings New Perspectives to Local History
Do you like local history? Here's a great way to become involved in working with other teens from around the Somerset Hills area and build friendships, share ideas, and increase your knowledge of history in your community. It's your history....help preserve it! . ...read more |
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 Bernardsville Receives First Historic District on NJ State Register
The Olcott Avenue District in Bernardsville Makes History
The New Jersey State Review Board for Historic Sites recommended the creation of the Olcott Avenue historic district on February 10, 2009 said Darlene Yuhas, spokeswoman for the state Department of Environmental Protection. ...more |
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Exhibits on Display at the Brick Academy
  The main floor of the Brick Academy has been updated with new exhibits and displays ranging from local historic timelines, to general store displays, school house materials from the early 1900's, and a look back at antique kitchen items.
In an effort to bring out more and more of our collection, the main floor of the academy will be used more frequently with rotating displays in the glass display cases that surround the main floor...more
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 Digital Gem - A Rare Book - A Great Download
The Library of Congress, with a grant provided by the Sloan Foundation, has digitized a fantastic book that was originally published back in 1900 totally dedicated to the Somerset Hills area. Read about Bedminster, Basking Ridge, Bernardsville, and all the other great areas.
Full of facts, background, and some great story telling that dates back to the early 17th century. The complete book is 135 pages, but they are small. Images included as well.
Grab yourself a big screen and click the book cover ...more |
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