The History of US Presidential Elections and New Jersey – November 3, 2016
Brian Armstrong presents NJ history and memorabilia from past campaigns. Free program starts 6:30 on Nov 3 at Mary Jacobs Library.
Continue reading →Yearly Archives: 2016
VHHS Barn Dance – October 21
Barn dance with the Long Hill String Band and Caller Sue Dupree. Historic Exhibits of Harvest Time and Lost Village will be featured. 8-11 pm Elks Club on Rte 518. Price: $15 in advance either by mail or by ordering … Continue reading →
Weekend Journey through the Past – October 8-9, 2016
VHHS is not participating this year, but we encourage you to visit many great locations in Somerset County. More information at their website. http://www.co.somerset.nj.us/government/public-works/cultural-heritage/weekend-journey
Continue reading →Harvest Time – History of Local Farming – September 22, 2016
Thursday September 22, 7 pm “Harvest Time – History of Local Farming” In the words of Montgomery Farmers Past. Free public program at Mary Jacobs Library.
Continue reading →Camp Meeting – Saturday September 17
On Saturday, September 17th 11am-2pm the Sourland Conservancy and Stoutsburg Cemetery Association offer a historic reenactment of a camp meeting revival: food, fun and great gospel music. Details on the Sourland Conservancy website. http://sourland.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/Camp-Meeting-Revival-Flyer.pdf See our interesting Oral History called Camp Meetings for … Continue reading →
May In Montgomery – May 15, 2016
The Forgotten Village Presentation, Panel Discussion, Vintage Photos Memorial Hall, 424 Route 518, Blawenburg Reformed Church May 15, 2016 from 1:00-4:00 PM Semi-guided Tours at Skillman Park 3:30-5:00 PM Join us for a History Tour and Conversation about the former State Village. … Continue reading →
Savage Dining: Local Wild Edibles – May 1, 2016
Sunday, May 1, 2 pm Rock Mill Preserve, 360 Grandview Road Leader: Debbie Naha Adventurous eaters, this walk is for you. Debbie Naha will be leading a walk featuring local wild edible plants and ecology. She will discuss plant I.D., … Continue reading →
Native Americans of Montgomery – April 3, 2016
Sunday, April 3rd @ 2 pm Stonebridge Park, 1860 House, 124 Montgomery Road (Parking across from Stonebridge at Montgomery) Leader: Jim Wade, Field Archaeologist New Jersey’s Native Americans held deeply personal relationships with the world around them, closely aligned with … Continue reading →