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Guided Walking Tour of Basking Ridge Village - Sun. June 10,2012
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Celebrate the 1oo Year Anniversary of Peapack and Gladstone - Saturday, June 2, 2012 12-5pm
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 Guided Walking Tour of Basking Ridge Village - Sun. June 10,2012
One of the best events you'll ever experience. Walk and learn famous, and not so famous, historic tidbits about the village of Basking Ridge.
Narrated by local resident and THSSH trustee Paula Axt, come for an entertaining hour of great stories and lore from the wonderful past as it comes alive. Bring the kids - you can take them out for ice cream after!
You get someone dressed in 1890’s garb, talks about the town, tells stories, you get a cookie at St. Mark’s and it’s free…. Such a deal!
Space is limited and reservations are strongly suggested.
Date: June 10, 2012
Time: 1pm
The event is free - Rain or Shine
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Museum Exhibit to Feature 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. |
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 Peapack Gladstone Marks it's 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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What Local History Do Our Online Visitors Search For?
The Winners are...
Here is what you have been searching for online that landed you and other visitors on the Historical Society of Somerset Hills websites for 2011.
Click Here to see the 2011 winners based on over 6,000 searches.
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Even local history groups like us use FACEBOOK...
"LIKE US" and get quick updates, news, events, and local historic information. |
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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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Engaging Young Minds to Be
Mindful of  Our Local History
Please join us in our efforts to promote, support, and engage the the youth of our communities in the Somerset Hills while helping THSSH power into the 21st century with youthful spirit.
" History VolunTEENS" Mentor Program
Bringing 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!
Find us faster next time: just type: www.historyvolunteens.org (Bookmark it!)
Did you miss Volunteer Night? If so, there are still ways you can earn 25 or more hours this year! Visit the History VolunTeens page to find out more....Click Here |
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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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Preserve our local history - Membership is easy and cheap! And tax deductible!
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Oak Street School Mural - History to the Children
 When Bernards Township marked its 250th anniversary of its formal charter as a township, 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 was radically transformed ....learn 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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 Bernardsville Receives Its 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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 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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Bernards Township
Commemorative Edition Book
Commemorative Edition
Get your copy today!
This sure to be a classic Bernards Township local collectible, "Around and About - Basking Ridge, Liberty Corner, and Lyons - a 148 page limited release and only available from the Historical Society of the Somerset Hills.
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If you haven't heard about this program, we hope you'll join and participate. It's simple, just click the Shop for Museums.com logo above,
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