While history recognizes President Abraham Lincoln's Thanksgiving proclamation, many don't know that two New Jersey statesmen persuaded President George Washington…
John joins what we call the Basking Ridge Rushmore 5 of the modern era! They make BR what it is…
Part of the MLH Rev War Series Lewis - Boudinot - Southard- Ross Farm in the Basking Ridge section of…
Our curiosity started with a round-table discussion: Who is Francis Bernard, and should there be a statue to recognize his…
Sir Francis Bernard's Legacy Carries On as Towns Honor the Royal Governor of New Jersey and Massachusetts In 1758, Francis…
On the internet, we've created the #3LOCALHISTORYEVENTCHALLENGE, where you share your town's three most historic events. As the historian for…
NOTE: Remember that Warren, Far Hills, and Bernardsville were part of Bernards Township, so these family stories also include those…
Cedar Hill Estate c 1912 built by Samuel Owen. It's interesting why the Township chose Astor Estate when it was…
MLH is following the story - Click Here Research Update:Are the Boylans and the Bullions the same family in Liberty…
The official flag of Bernards Township The Bernards Township flag, officially adopted in 1960 to commemorate the township's bicentennial, was…
Lt. Austin Pendleton Spencer - US Navy - Call sign "Spike" This story came about after the Mr. Local History…
Many people have asked why you post all this history stuff on the area you're calling the Somerset Hills. Well,…
Want a quick way to search for articles about the history of one of the towns we love to cover?The…
Whether you're a banker, national political figure, CEO, or farmer, the Somerset Hills has provided commercial opportunities for centuries. From…
Every year, the Basking Ridge Fire Department erects a locally donated 30-foot evergreen tree on the town green. The fire…
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