Community History 2026 Application Deadline (Extended)
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The application deadline for groups interested in participating in a 2026 cohort of NJCH's Community History program has been extended to December 23, 2025.
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Reenactment of Washington’s Crossing
Washington Crossing State Park 141 Pennington Hopewell Rd, Hopewell, NJ, United StatesCelebrate the “Christmas Day Crossing Reenactment,” arranged by the Washington Crossing Historic Park of PA, as we commemorate the 249th anniversary of General George Washington’s famous Christmas night crossing of the Delaware.
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Patriots Week in Trenton
Every year, from December 26 to 31, New Jersey’s Capital City presents Patriots Week, offering residents and visitors the chance to explore historic sites and relive pivotal moments of the American Revolution. This immersive experience brings history to life and celebrates Trenton’s unique role in shaping our nation’s journey to independence.
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Tavern Talks @ Patriots Week
120 East State Street Trenton, NJ, United StatesRevNJ will host a special popup Tavern Talks at 120 East State Street during Patriots Week in Trenton. Our friends from Riverhorse Brewing will provide the cold ale, our interpreters will lead you in some hot revolutionary conversations. Come join in.
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Virtual Author Talk – Winning the Ten Crucial Days: The Keys to Victory in George Washington’s Legendary Winter Campaign
OnlineVirtual EventJoin the NJ State Library in kicking off the NJ250 programming series as historian David Price reexamines the “Ten Crucial Days” winter campaign of 1776–77 for its fundamental impact on the fight for American independence.
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Battle of Princeton Reenactment
Princeton Battlefield 500 Mercer Rd, Princeton, NJ, United StatesStep onto the historic ground where American independence was fought for and won. Each January, the Princeton Battlefield Society presents Experience the Battle of Princeton—a powerful, immersive reenactment of the pivotal Battle of Princeton, fought on January 3, 1777.
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Camp Boardwalk: Atlantic City During World War II” opening reception
Noyes Arts Garage of Stockton University 2200 Fairmount Avenue, Atlantic City, NJ, United StatesLearn why Atlantic City came to be known as "Camp Boardwalk" for its essential contributions to the war effort during WWII in this new exhibit by NJCH grantee Noyes Arts Garage of Stockton University.
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Willingboro Futuro House Lecture & Exhibit Finale
FeaturedWillingboro Public Library 220 Willingboro Way, Willingboro, NJ, United StatesThe Willingboro Public Library will host a concluding lecture to mark the finale of the exhibit on the township’s storied Futuro House on January 31, 2026. Join "Space Age" design expert Eric Wolff of Chromium, LLC to learn about the history of and materials used in the iconic "UFO-style" house.
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Food for Thought: Tasty Titles
Piscataway Public Library – Kennedy Branch 500 Hoes Ln, Piscataway, NJ, United StatesNJCH 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 focuses on the favorite food-themed books of library staff and the community.
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Food for Thought: Winter Comfort Foods
Piscataway Public Library - Westergard Library 20 Murray Avenue, Piscataway, NJ, United StatesNJCH 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 focuses on comforting winter recipes.
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Humanities Forward: Envisioning the Future (South Jersey)
FeaturedLyceum Hall Center for the Arts 432 High Street, Burlington, United StatesThe New Jersey Council for the Humanities hosts a series of gatherings for organizations, professionals, and supporters across the state to discuss the current state and envisioned future of the humanities in New Jersey in 2026.
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Food for Thought: Sweet Treats from the Garden State
Virtual EventNJCH 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 a variety of “sweet” culinary traditions from the 18th and 19th centuries.
