We are very happy to announce our partnership support to the MainStreet Bernardsville revitalization effort in New Jersey and hope that everyone who lives in the area, read the story and then volunteer to support this fantastic local effort to preserve and promote MainStreet Bernardsville.
Mr. Local History Project
If you talk about researching local history in Bernardsville you have to go directly to the Spinning History Room at the Bernardsville Library. When you talk about historic buildings in Bernardsville, you go to the Bernardsville Historic Preservation Committee. Now there’s a group that’s combining the history of the town, the buildings, the stories, and activities all in one group working to preserve and promote the history of downtown Bernardsville. MainStreet Bernardsville is a non-profit effort dedicated to beautifying Bernardsville, addressing issues to the downtown area, and sponsoring events that make Bernardsville a great place to live.
“It is extremely rewarding to see our residents, businesses and elected officials all working together to bring new energy to our downtown. And now as a Main Street town, Bernardsville is sure to achieve a successful future.
Bernardsville Mayor Mary Jane Canose
The “MainStreet Bernardsville” Project
MainStreet Bernardsville is a 501(c)3 non profit organization dedicated to revitalizing, enhancing, and promoting the commercial district of Bernardsville, New Jersey utilizing Main Street America’s 4-Point Approach. Engaging the community through local events, supporting local businesses, and maintaining the charm of Bernardsville’s historical structures are the focus of every project and program.
Downtown Bernardsville is now Main Street Bernardsville.The announcement was made in August 2023.
The mission of MainStreet Bernardsville will continue to grow and develop as a result of continued support from our volunteers, local businesses, partnering organizations and our Sponsors, who all share a belief that a strong community is an integral part of maintaining a vibrant downtown, unified from Borough Hall through Madisonville Road and streets in between.
We welcome commercial property owners, leaders and members of other local organizations, residents, business owners and employees, educators and more to join in. MainStreet Bernardsville will be hosting several annual events that require hands on involvement. We hope you’ll sign up to help.
Olivia Manning – founder and Executive Director of Main Street Bernardsville
How is the Mr. Local History Project Involved with MainStreet Bernardsville?
For the past year, the MLHP has been working with Mainstreet Bernardsville to assist and volunteer, supporting and advising on projects related to the the rich history of Bernardsville. The project will be attending local events and handing out historic maps of Bernardsville to residents. They are also preparing a number of stories on interesting topics about Bernardsville’s history. They also have offered volunteer and advisory support to various MainStreet Bernardsville committees when needed.
Mr. Local History also has a historic village wooden keepsake collection honoring iconic Bernardsville properties and is offering a purchase discount to anyone who confirms they have volunteered for a Mainstreet Bernardsville committee. Click Here after you’ve signed up to request your discount. See the video below.
From walking tours, to street museums, to stories about Bernardsville history, Mr. Local History Project is all in to help this cause. We urge the community to get involved. We don’t even live there, and we want to help. Bernardsville residents, you have to get engaged in this one! #mainstreetbernardsville
brooks betz – Mr. Local History trustee
Preserving Bernardsville’s History with Iconic Collectibles
The Bernardsville Collection is part of Mr. Local History’s New Jersey Historic Village Keepsake Collection. Each piece is designed locally and created by the world famous Cat’s Meow Village of Wooster, Ohio. So designed locally, and made in America. Future iconic area keepsakes are also available while supplies last.
Mr. Local History is offering a purchase discount to anyone who confirms they have volunteered for a MainStreet Bernardsville committee.
Click Here after you’ve signed up to request your discount. Enter #mainstreetbernardsville
What Are Bernardsville’s MOST HISTORIC VENUES? Take the Survey
Click here to take the survey ( Opens in New Window) – Here’s what the public has said so far.
Additional Information
- MainStreet Bernardsville – Volunteer Now
- Stories about Bernardsville’s history
- Get a historic map reproduction of Bernardsville
- Bernardsville Library History Room
- Historic Wooden Keepsake Collection – Preserving Bernardsville’s History
- Bernardsville’s Quimby Lane Redevelopment Presentation
Get a Frameable Bernardsville Historic 1873 Map
We’re looking for ways to fund our Young Historians Scholarship Program to worthy Bernardsville High and Ridge High School volunteers who demonstrate their love and interest in local history. For every donation to our scholarship program, we’ll give you this gift as a token of our appreciation for your support.
Printed locally at Bernardsville Print Center
Bernardsville’s Moment of Zen
We leave you with a few shots we’ve uploaded to our Mr. Local History YouTube Channel and Bernardsville History. Follow us on all the Social Media platforms.
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