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2013 Charter Day Street Fair and Festival

Celebrate Bernards Township's
253rd Anniversary
MAY 18, 2013

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Street Fair 11am-5pm
Rides 11am-6pm, Entertainment – 11am-10pm

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Museum Exhibit Features Historic Politicians
of the Somerset Hills

Familiar names come to mind when we think of politicians from the Somerset Hills. Names such as Governor Chris Christie, who had at one time considered entering the race for the Republican Presidential nomination; Malcolm Forbes, who in 1957 ran unsuccessfully for Governor of New Jersey; Christine Todd Whitman, two-term Governor of New Jersey who was the first and to date only female Governor; and Thomas Kean, who also served two terms as Governor of New Jersey.

A new exhibit at the Brick Academy Museum will feature the historical politicians of the Somerset Hills (and nearby) who also played important roles in government. People such as Frederick Theodore Frelinghuysen, Samuel Lewis Southard and William Lewis Dayton, to name a few.

This exhibit starts in May and will grow throughout the year, ending on Sunday, January 20, 2013, after the Presidential Inauguration. Please stop by often to see this expanding exhibit and learn about the historical politicians of the Somerset Hills.

Peapack Gladstone Marks 100th Anniversary

A yearlong celebration of what was once part of Bedminster, come learn about the great history of these two wonderful hamlets of the Somerset Hills. From the Smiths, to the Tigers, the Blairs, and King Hassan, there's so much to know about Peapack and Gladstone. Natarir and Blairsden, and don't forget the Mosley estate.

Happy 100th Birthday!

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Original 1888 Brick Academy Student's School Books Come Home

Donated by the great, great, great grandson of Basking Ridge resident Michael Scheuereman, two antique books that once belonged to the Brick Academy student William Scheuereman were recently donated to THSSH. Take a step back in time and come see these great pieces of our local history. Printed back in 1888 by D. Appleton and Company of New York, they're now on display at THSSH at the Brick Academy.

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New Trustees Elected

The Historical Society of the Somerset Hills is pleased to welcome two new members to the Board of Trustees, Martine White of Basking Ridge and Sue Zibelli of Bernardsville, New Jersey.

Promoting local history is a great way to support the local communities of the Somerset Hills and we are grateful to have their support to our Board of Trustees. Both Martine and Susan bring unique insights and experiences to THSSH's Board of Trustees.

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History Scholarship Program

The Lorraine Passmore Historic Preservation Scholarship Program honors a dedicated member and encourages historic preservation practice. Read more

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