Some visitors come dressed for the part too, like this student of history. Come find out more at this year’s event Nov 18 & 19th.
photo courtesy of Bergen County Historical Society
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River Edge NJ, On the cold, drizzly morning of November 20, 1776, a mere four months after the Second Continental Congress declared us to be an independent nation, the mighty British army mounted an invasion of Bergen County. Their goal was the capture of the American garrison at Fort Lee; the garrison’s only means of escape lay across a small wooden drawbridge at New Bridge Landing in what is now River Edge and New Milford.
photos courtesy of Bergen County Historical Society and the Brigade of the American Revolution
by James McKane BAR Retreat Weekend Committee- lead BAR board member at-large, Co-Inspector Commander, 3rd NJ Grays
Fort Lee NJ, the Brigade of the American Revolution’s (BAR) annual Fort Lee event will take place on Saturday, November 18th. Please plan to arrive at Fort Lee prior to 8:30am to make preparations for the event. Fort Lee will be an accurate representation of the chaos of retreat with the central goal of true interpretation for spectators to understand the sacrifices of 247 years ago. Throughout the whole day, soldiers will work on making last-minute defenses while civilians of both armies will do their best to share stories of the struggles of being behind or on the lines of the fighting. There will be presentations and demos throughout the day on 18th century cricket, coffee making, music, and artillery; plus merchants selling goods and the infamous Civilian Contingent fabric sale inside the museum. Prior to the battle reenactment, a quick parade to the center of the city will again take place to honor those that gave the ultimate sacrifice. General Washington and his staff will also be on site to ensure the retreat goes as planned. The Brigade invites all members attending Fort Lee to also attend the Retreat to New Bridge Landing on Sunday, with that in mind, Fort Lee has generously offered their grounds and visitor center for anyone wishing to stay overnight on Saturday.Continue reading 247th Anniversary Weekend Retreat Fort Lee & New Bridge Landing November 18th -19th
River Edge NJ, The PowerPoint presentation focuses on Paterson as the First Planned Industrial City in the United States founded in 1792 by Alexander Hamilton and the Society for Useful Manufactures. We will explore the City’s history from the creation of the land, approximately 250 million years ago, the first inhabitants (Paleo-Indians through Lenape), the Early European Settlements, the Revolution War, the establishment of the S.U.M., and the major industries that made Paterson world renowned, Silk, Locomotives and Airplane Engine production. An examination of the technologies and people behind these great industries will be highlighted. The talk will conclude with the designation of the National Historical Park and the current developments.
River Edge NJ, Bergen County Historical Society Raise the Roof Gala , October 19th, 2023, 6pm – 10pm at Sanzari’s New Bridge Inn in New Milford, NJ (adjacent to Historic New Bridge Landing property) .
photo courtesy of the Bergen County Historical Society details courtesy of Deborah Powell
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River Edge Nj, the 1774 Campbell-Christie House is having some work done . The cedar shingle roof replacement phase started Monday. The house is owned by the County of Bergen and was moved onto the Bergen County Historical Society (non-profit) property in 1977 when threatened with demolition.
River Edge NJ, Bergen County Historical Society hosted Baronfest on Sunday October 1st . Historic New Bridge Landing, where the Bergen County Historical Society is located on the west bank of the Hackensack River on Main Street, River Edge, was not flooded like many other spots in the county .
photos courtesy of Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco
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Little Ferry Nj, according to Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco on September 29th in 1985, historic Gethsemane Cemetery, the final resting place of over 500 African Americans, was rededicated with a formal ceremony. The process to get there started several years earlier when efforts began to secure the deed to the land. The County of Bergen, Bergen County NAACP, and Bergen County Historical Society worked together to create a roadmap to preserve the property, overseeing sensitive cleanup projects and conducting the research that informs our understanding of the site today.
photos courtesy of Bergen County Historical Society
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River Edge NJ, overheard at a previous event: “I feel like I’m on a farm in Upstate New York.” But right here in Bergen County. Baronfest, Birthday Celebration of for Steuben, next Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, 1 pm to 6 pm. Join the Bergen County Historical Society for a family friendly event with Particle Theory band, Mott’s Artillery with cannon, Major General Baron von Steuben reenactor, 3 breweries, food, ice cream, games and tours of three 18th c. sandstone houses and barn and bridge tour.
River Edge NJ, Baronfest Beer Festival is back! On Saturday, September 30th (rain date October 1st) from 1 to 6 p.m., spend a lovely autumn afternoon filled with beer, food, history, and family fun at Historic New Bridge Landing, River Edge!
River Edge NJ, on July 8, 11-2 pm the Bergen County Historical Society hosted Vintage Baseball at Historic New Bridge Landing in River Edge, for the 10th year! Mayor Putrino of New Milford threw the first pitch
and the Flemington Neshanocks squared off for a double header against The Enterprise Club of New Bridge, the local team.
River Edge NJ, Vintage Baseball, July 8, 2023 at Historic New Bridge Landing! If you love baseball and history? Then bring your chair and sunscreen to Historic New Bridge Landing as the Bergen County Historical Society hosts Vintage Baseball on Saturday July 8th, 11 am -2 pm, 1201 Main Street River Edge, NJ 07661.
Flemington Neshanock plays a doubleheader with the Enterprise Club of New Bridge.
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River Edge NJ, love baseball and history? Then bring your chair and sunscreen to Historic New Bridge Landing as the Bergen County Historical Society hosts Vintage Baseball on Saturday July 8th 11 am -2 pm 1201 Main Street River Edge, NJ 07661.
River Edge NJ, spring is finally here and with it the 24th Year for BCHS celebration of Pinkster. This year’s festivities will include the Tricorne Dance Ensemble dancing to the fantastic music of the Enslows on fiddler and hammered dulcimer, with performances around the maypole & children’s maypole at 2:30pm.
Chwame Gischuch celebrated when the Shad run in the rivers
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River Edge NJ, join the Bergen County Historical Society as they celebrate Chwame Gischuch: Under the Shad Moon, The Lenape New Year on Sunday April 16th, 2023, 1 pm-4:30 pm at Historic New Bridge Landing, 1201 Main St, River Edge NJ.
River Edge NJ, Come celebrate Washington’s Birthday with the Bergen County Historical Society on Sunday February 26th 1 pm- 4:30 pm at Historic New Bridge Landing. 1201 Main Street, River Edge NJ.
