The Trent House may be closed for tours this month, but they have more than made up for it with a special exhibit. Through May 1st, “Out of the Closet; Clothing and Textiles from the Trent House Collection” will be on display for visitors to the museum. This exhibit features clothing and textiles that have […]

New Jersey Secretary of State Tahesha Way emphasized the importance of the state’s Revolutionary-era history at the annual meeting of the Crossroads of the American Revolution National Heritage Area on April 18 in Trenton. “We need to do all we can to increase overall awareness of New Jersey’s central role in the American Revolution, and […]

On April 24, 2018 the Madison Historical Society will present a special program on “The Jersey Devil,” featuring Dr. Frank Esposito and Dr. Brian Regal of Kean College. The meeting will take place in the Chase Room of the Madison Public Library located at 39 Keep Street in Madison beginning at 7:15 PM.  Light refreshments […]

The newly formed American Revolution Round Table of South Jersey (ARRTOSJ) will hold their next meeting on April 25th at the Voorhees branch of the Camden County Library. Ed Dodson will make a powerpoint-based presentation titled, “Thomas Paine: Architect of Cooperative Individualism.” It covers the essentials of Paine’s life and the key principles embraced in […]

Join the Hackettstown Historical Society on May 1st for a special presentation by author, William Honachefsky Jr. on his book, “Postcard History Series: High Bridge.” Honachefsky Jr. has been a passionate advocate for New Jersey’s natural environment and historic heritage and has served on numerous State, County, Municipal and non-profit boards and commissions for the […]

Crossroads’ Revolutionary Neighbor, Jacob Francis is the focus of a new article just published in the Journal of the American Revolution. “The American Revolution of Private Jacob Francis,” by author and historian Larry Kidder, gives an in depth look at the life of this Hunterdon County Private and highlights his  navigation “through the changing rights […]