Weekend in Old Monmouth
Saturday, May 6 and Sunday, May 7 are this year’s dates that mark the return of the annual “Weekend in Old Monmouth.” Bonafide buffs and the historically curious wait for this special weekend that runs every year, rain or shine. “Weekend in Old... Read More
The Irish Immigrants and Allaire Iron Works
As we celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, we remember the industrious Irish immigrants who have played such a critical role in the development of the region. Many of those original families still reside in our communities. So this month, we will take a look... Read More
T. Thomas Fortune House
As we celebrate Black History Month and the rich legacy of the area’s African-American residents, we focus on a recent success for historic site preservation. This past July, thanks to the efforts of a dedicated group of citizens, the T. Thomas Fortune... Read More
New Year’s Resolution to Explore NJ History
As the New Year begins and you reflect on all you have to be grateful for and make your list of to-do’s, why not make the resolution to learn more, see more, and experience more of what makes New Jersey great? New Jersey played a key role in this nation’s... Read More
The Samuel Ogbourne House
Holmdel’s Samuel Ogbourne House is now the private residence of Sylvia Allen, the successful public relations maven, public speaker, and founder of Sylvia’s Children, which supports the educational and physical needs of more than 1,000 children and... Read More
