Stories that inspire Americans to learn about their local history. Each of these stories from the Mr. Local History Project dig into great tales from America’s past.
While history recognizes President Abraham Lincoln's Thanksgiving proclamation, many don't know that two New Jersey statesmen persuaded President George Washington…
Known as The Race of Gentlemen, the event has been revived since the 1950s by a local club called the…
The Waterloo Fields, home to the Waterloo Music Festival in Byram Township, New Jersey. In 1977, Waterloo Village opened an…
Let's talk about the five Jersey patriots who stepped in at the last minute and helped form a new country.…
Starting in 1836 in Paterson, New Jersey, Samuel Colt's revolver is one of the 10 most influential inventions EVER produced.…
Krug's Tavern, a shot and beer joint that's survived through WW2, the Riots, and gentrification, the four generations continue the…
Update: February 16, 2024 - Thanks to all of you, the BOE has removed the name change for William Annin…
RAIN or SHINE – EVERY July 4th at 10:30 am – Join friends and family on Independence Day as the…
Flag Day is celebrated on June 14 to commemorate the adoption of the American flag by the Continental Congress on…
Want to go to the #Daytona500 Speedweeks and feel like you know where to go? Here's 20 years of experience…
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