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A Springtime Visit to the Warren County Historical Society Written by NJ Historian Belvidere, New Jersey looks much like it did in the second half of the nineteenth century. A community almost untouched by time, it has retained a good portion of its Victorian architectural stock. Newer homes and buildings built within the historic district have been sensitive in design and massing to compliment the older homes and businesses. Just a few blocks from the Warren County Court House is an 1848 Federal style brick townhouse, which houses artifacts and records for communities throughout Warren County.

The Morris County Historical Society Mother’s Day Event Brilliant Cut Glass Lecture and Dessert Reception Let Mom know just how special she is by treating her to a memorable Mother’s Day at Acorn Hall on Sunday, May 11 from 1:00 - 4:00 pm. The Morris County Historical Society (MCHS) is pleased to host Patricia Sanftner for a special lecture on American Brilliant Cut Glass at 1:30 pm, followed by a dessert reception in Acorn Hall’s extraordinary dining room. Tours of Acorn Hall are also included in the cost of admission. Ms. Sanftner is the guest curator for the new MCHS exhibit “Sharp Edges, Brilliant Cut Glass through the Centuries” opening early May through June 8, 2014. Seating is limited and reservations are suggested. Please call 973-267-3465 for more information. The Oak Leaf Gallery gift shop is also available with a wide assortment of unique gifts for Mother’s Day and all occasions.  Admission to the Mother’s Day event is $10.00 for MCHS members, $15.00 for non-MCHS mem

Every Monday, I highlight a non-profit related to history or the arts, a historical society, preservation group or friends group whose main objective is to promote the historical and artistic history of New Jersey. This week, I am featuring the Warren County Historical & Genealogical Society. Founded in 1931, the Warren County Historical & Genealogical Society was founded on the premise to preserve the history of Warren County and protect its historic sites from all types of encroachments. Since then, the Society has promoted the collection, preservation, and dissemination of Warren County's history. The Society maintains a museum in an 18148 Federal brick townhouse in the Belvidere Historic District for the exhibition of county artifacts and memorabilia as well as a resource center for public education and research including genealogy. The Society holds various tours and lectures throughout the year on various subjects. The Warren County Historical & Genealog

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WEEKEND HISTORICAL HAPPENINGS Know about a historical event happening in your area?  Send me an  e-mail  to let us know! Be the first to find out about these events on  Facebook ! Saturday, April 26 - Haddonfield, Camden County Training Day at the Indian King Tavern

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Do You Know Your New Jersey Architectural Styles? Written by NJ Historian New Jersey has always been one of the most ethnically diverse states and when it comes to architecture, it does not disappoint. There are dozens of styles, hybrids of individual styles, and vernacular styles that can be found along highways, in neighborhoods, along the shore, and on backroads. This week, we will take a look at a select few architectural styles found in New Jersey. There are so many styles that we could not incorporate them all into one article! Watch out for Part II in the near future... Georgian There are many fine examples of Georgian style homes across New Jersey. The dominant style for domestic construction in the United States from 1700-1776, Georgian architecture grew out of the Italian Renaissance ideals made popular in England by architect Sir Christopher Wren. Georgian architecture gets its name from the succession of English kings named George (beginning in 1715). In the United

Every Monday, I highlight a non-profit related to history or the arts, a historical society, preservation group or friends group whose main objective is to promote the historical and artistic history of New Jersey. This week, I am featuring the New Jersey Historical Society. Founded in 1845, the New Jersey Historical Society is a state-wide, private, non-profit historical museum, library, and archives dedicated to collecting, preserving, and interpreting the rich and intricate political, social, cultural, and economic history of New Jersey to the broadest possible audiences. They are the oldest cultural institution in the state. Through exhibitions, publications, and programming, the Society examines who and what we are, what it means to live and work in New Jersey, what contributes to New Jersey's distinct identity, and what are the unique contributions New Jerseyans make to the region and the country. The New Jersey Historical Society’s collections include a wide variety o

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WEEKEND HISTORICAL HAPPENINGS Know about a historical event happening in your area?  Send me an  e-mail  to let us know! Be the first to find out about these events on  Facebook ! Saturday, April 19 - Farmingdale, Monmouth County Allaire Village's Easter Egg Hunt with 10,000 Eggs! Children Friendly

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Bog Iron in the Company Town of Allaire Written by NJ Historian Once a prosperous and important hub of industry, Allaire Village in Farmingdale, New Jersey was an early company town. Since the late-1950s, it has transformed into a well-known historical site, enthralling visitors from throughout the state and country and giving them the opportunity to experience this restored community first-hand by interacting with costumed interpreters representing townspeople performing daily chores and crafts or visiting with tradesmen such as blacksmiths and bakers. The remains of the blast furnace at Allaire Village.

Every Monday, I highlight a non-profit related to history or the arts, a historical society, preservation group or friends group whose main objective is to promote the historical and artistic history of New Jersey. This week, I am featuring Allaire Village, Inc. Allaire Village, Inc. is a non-profit educational and historic preservation organization working in a unique partnership with the State of New Jersey. It is the goal of Allaire Village, Inc. to promote historic preservation while educating the general public on life at the Howell Works Company, an early 19th Century iron producing community, and on the life of James Peter Allaire, a prominent 19th Century marine engine manufacturer. This group is responsible for the daily operation of the Village buildings, exhibits, and programming to engage visitors, while at the same time is involved in phases of the development, restoration, preservation, interpretation of the Historic Howell Works within Allaire State Park. Allaire

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WEEKEND HISTORICAL HAPPENINGS Know about a historical event happening in your area?  Send me an  e-mail  to let us know! Be the first to find out about these events on  Facebook ! Saturday,  April 12  - Maywood, Bergen County Visit with the Easter Bunny The Easter Bunny will make a visit to the Maywood Station Museum, 269 Maywood Avenue, Maywood, NJ on Saturday from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon during a special Museum Open House. Parents are invited to bring their cameras for a unique opportunity to photograph their children with the Easter Bunny at the historic station museum. The museum features a wide assortment of displays, artifacts and photographs on exhibit and visitors are invited to climb aboard restored Caboose 24542 and view its operating model train layout and additional photographs and displays. Admission is free. For more information, visit  www.maywoodstation.com . ----------------------------------- Saturday, April 12 - Lebano

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We Must Not Forget A Selection from:  All my Love, George...Letters from a WWII hero Written by Darla Noble Over the past few decades our country has been somewhat at odds over our involvement in the fight for freedom for other countries, but that wasn’t the case during World War II. No, not since the years of fighting the tyranny of Nazism and Japan’s thirst for power have we been as united as we were back then. While we certainly would never want to experience such a time as this again, it is imperative that we not let current and future generations forget that what we enjoy today came at a tremendous cost for others…others who are quickly fading from our population. All my love, George…Letters from a WWII hero is a must-read in order that we do not forget. The book is a collection of letters written by Army medic, George Burks, to his family from the time he arrived at basic training in 1942 until a week prior to his death in the Battle of Luzon in March of 1945.

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WEEKEND HISTORICAL HAPPENINGS Know about a historical event happening in your area?  Send me an  e-mail  to let us know! Be the first to find out about these events on  Facebook ! Saturday, April 5 - Kingston, Somerset County Annual Spring Garden Clean-up

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Having a Blast in Revolutionary New Jersey! Written by NJ Historian After a long and cold winter, spring is finally upon us here in New Jersey, known as the "Crossroads of the American Revolution." Positioned between Philadelphia, the young nation’s capital, and New York, the British stronghold, no place in New Jersey was spared during the Revolutionary War. In fact, General George Washington and the Continental Army spent more time in New Jersey than any other state over a period of six years. As the warmer months approach, historic sites across the state are gearing up to celebrate New Jersey's 350th anniversary and its themes of diversity, innovation, and liberty. This week, Mr. History Girl and I have assembled five sites associated with the American Revolution in New Jersey that are a must-see for any novice or seasoned history buff in order to get a better understanding of the political, military, and civilian aspects of the Revolutionary War. While there are ma