Independent historian Mary Panzer will give a virtual presentation, "How Romana Javitz and Arturo Schomburg Shaped Representations of Race in New York Public Library Collections" on June 18.
NJCH's Community of Practice (COP) for Community College Humanities Professionals will hold a group visit to Princeton Art Museum on June 24, from 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Come hear special guests share their stories of the Highland Park Fire Department at this Community History Open Mic event presented by the Highland Park Historical Commission.
NJCH is proud to support Piscataway Public Library's "Food for Thought," a series of events exploring the cultural and historical significance of food in our lives. This event explores the history of chocolate from its Mesoamerican roots, the process of how it's made, and the distinctions between varieties.
NJCH is proud to support Piscataway Public Library's "Food for Thought," a series of events exploring the cultural and historical significance of food in our lives. This book discussion explores Sarah Lohman's book, Endangered Eating.
NJCH's Community of Practice for Oral History and Storytelling will meet virtually on July 20, 2026, from 12:30-1:30 p.m. Please join us for New Jersey's only statewide COP dedicated to supporting Oral History and Story Gathering practitioners!
As part of Burlington County’s annual Farm Fair, taking place July 21-25 at at the Burlington County Fair Grounds, the Burlington County Library System will use the Interview Kit it developed in NJCH’s Community History Program to collect the reflections of residents on their experiences living in the county, the Farm Fair, and summer memories.
NJCH's Community of Practice for Books & Reading will meet virtually on October 5, 2026, from 3:30-4:30 p.m. For this gathering, we will discuss how seasonal or thematic selections, emotional resonance, or creating a broader experience around reading with meals, snacks, games, or other activities can draw people into the conversation.
