MAY 1: Mini History Fair at the Abraham Staats House!

Please join the Friends of the Abraham Staats House for a fascinating Mini State History Fair celebrating the exciting heritage of historic New Jersey!

DATE: Saturday, May 1, 2010
TIME: 10:00AM to 4:00PM
PLACE: The Abraham Staats House
17 von Steuben Lane, South Bound Brook
TKTS: Tours of the Staats House, $7.00/Adults, $3.00/Children under 12
Admission to grounds & parking are free!
INFO: info@staatshouse.org

Come experience New Jersey heritage first hand as historical organizations and re-enactors bring four centuries of local history to life! Participating organizations, performers, and presenters include:

• The Long Hill String Band, a 5 piece acoustic band, will play fun, old-timey music throughout the day!

• The New Jersey Militia/Heard's Brigade and Outwater's Militia will set up camp and demonstrate what life was like for American militia during the time of the American Revolution!

• Arthur Lefkowitz, prominent New Jersey historian and author, will discuss his notable works which include The Long Retreat: The Calamitous American Defense of New Jersey, George Washington’s Indispensable Men, Bushnell’s Submarine: The Best Kept Secret of the American Revolution, and Benedict Arnold’s Army: The 1775 American Invasion of Canada.

• Harrison Brook Farm operators will discuss agricultural history, preservation and sustainable farming, and will also have plants for sale.

• The Hunterdon County Historical Society will exhibit artifacts that contrast historic and current lifestyles. Since 1885, the Hunterdon County Historical Society has collected and preserved Hunterdon’s social and material culture and shares it through its c.1845 Doric House museum and genealogical research library

• Somerset County Historical Organizations participating for the day will include the Somerset County Cultural and Historic Commission, Somerset County Historical Society and the Van Veghten House, Heritage Trail Association, and the Women's Guild of South Bound Brook.

• New Jersey Fire Museum - Help support their plans for the museum and the memorial for the fallen firefighters of New Jersey.

ATTENTION RE-ENACTORS, SUTLERS, & EXHIBITORS! Disappointed in the cancellation of the "Spirit of the Jersey's History Faire"? Your participation is very welcome at the Mini New Jersey State History Fair at the Abraham Staats House! Click here for registration information, and/or call (732) 469-5836, or email bkfaulks@gmail.com.

READ ALL ABOUT IT! 1777 London Chronicle Reports on British Raids in the Millstone Valley!

The following images are from an authentic edition of the London Chronicle, dated "From SATURDAY, April 12, to TUESDAY, April 15, 1777" that was recently purchased on eBay by Jan ten Broeke. This exciting historical document will be preserved for posterity in the Kells Swan museum collection at the Washington Crossing State Park in in Titusville, NJ.

More detailed scans will be available shortly, but enjoy the exciting drama recounted in the article below!

See reference to the Somerset Court House.

See reference to Millstone River & Brunswick.

All photos appear courtesy of Timothy Hughes Rare & Early Newspapers.

NY400: NEW YORK CELEBRATES THE 400TH ANNIVERSARY HENRY HUDSON'S LANDING ON "NEW AMSTERDAM"!

These New York City based events for are bit outside of the RMVE Blog's range, but any one interested in the history of Dutch Culture in the New World should explore these many opportunities to discover and celebrate the past and present influences of America's Dutch Heritage, at NY400!

TIMES & DATES: Year 'Round!
Browse the calender of events for specific information and frequent additions to the program!
NY400 WEEK: September 8 to 13, 2009
New Island Festival: September 10 to 20, 2009
PLACE: Various Sites Through Out NYC & the Hudson River Valley
CONTACT: NY400 Website

NY400: Holland on the Hudson events showcase many important aspects and contributions of Dutch culture, including:

• History!
• Arts!
• Lifestyle!
• Technology!

December 7 to January 25: CHRISTMAS POSTAGE STAMPS FROM AROUND THE WORLD!

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The American Hungarian Foundation proudly presents a beautiful exhibition of Christmas Postage Stamps From Around The World accompanying their 20th Annual Festival of Trees!


DATE: December 7, 2008 to January 25, 2009
TIME: Tuesday to Saturday, 11:00AM to 4:00PM; Sunday, 1:00PM to 4:00PM
PLACE: 300 Somerset St., New Brunswick (map/directions)
TKTS: $5.00/person, suggested donation
PHONE: (732) 846-5777
EMAIL: info@ahfoundation.org

December 7 to January 25: FESTIVAL OF TREES

The American Hungarian Foundation proudly presents the 20th Annual Festival of Trees! This spectacular event will feature Christmas trees adorned with hand-crafted decorations representing the rich traditions of 16 different nations and the International Sister Cities of New Brunswick!

DATE: December 7, 2008 to January 25, 2009
TIME: Tuesday to Saturday, 11:00AM to 4:00PM; Sunday, 1:00PM to 4:00PM
PLACE: 300 Somerset St., New Brunswick (map/directions)
TKTS: $5.00/person, suggested donation
PHONE: (732) 846-5777
EMAIL: info@ahfoundation.org

The Festival of Trees will be accompanied by a special holiday exhibition, Christmas Postage Stamps From Around the World!