In 2026, the United States will mark our Semiquincentennial: the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Today’s young people are the leaders, innovators, and thinkers who will shape the next 250 years — and it’s important their voices are heard as we commemorate this historic milestone. America’s Field Trip is a…
About the New Jersey Black Heritage Trail The New Jersey Black Heritage Trail was signed into law by Governor Murphy on September 7, 2022. The legislation calls for the New Jersey Historical Commission (NJHC) to establish a Black Heritage Trail “to promote awareness and appreciation of Black history, heritage, and culture” that will “highlight Black…
Take a Revolutionary Road Trip in New Jersey, exploring history, culture, food, and drinks related to our nation’s founding in New Jersey’s Crossroads of the American Revolution, where George Washington spent one-quarter of his time as commander-in-chief. Step back to Colonial Times with untold stories through interactive history with local experts. Hear about the longest…
The public is invited to attend a premiere screening of the PBS series “Travels with Darley” at the Morris Museum on Sunday, February 18 at 2 p.m. involving three new episodes focusing on New Jersey American Revolution sites, including one in Morris County. View a preview of the episode “Revolutionary Road Trips” debuts this winter…
Morristown, N.J. – Morristown National Historical Park (NHP) will soon commence several accessibility and preservation projects at both the Washington’s Headquarters and Jockey Hollow areas of the park. Preservation and construction work will affect five park structures: Ford Mansion, Washington’s Headquarters Museum, Guerin House, Jockey Hollow Visitor Center, and the Wick House along with the cultural…
Commissioner Offers a Message of Hope at Annual Remembrance Clerics, community leaders and public officials came together in song, prayer and words of inspiration during the 54th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemorative Celebration held yesterday at the Calvary Baptist Church in Morristown. The annual service, hosted by the Martin Luther King Observance…
Apply for 2024 Morris County Historic Preservation Funds The Morris County Historic Preservation Trust Fund is now accepting grant applications for 2024 funding. The grant application deadline is Thursday, March 28, 2024. The Morris County Office of Planning and Preservation will hold a Grant Application Workshop to explain the application process on Wednesday, Jan. 31, 2024, 7 p.m.…
