First Presbyterian Church Elizabeth NJ
Where Elizabeth’s story begins. Founded in 1664, the First Presbyterian [...]
Honor Family Legacy With a Commemorative Brick
Honor your family legacy in Elizabeth, NJ by purchasing a commemorative brick that supports remembrance, history, and community.
Juneteenth Celebration: Final Brick Laying Ceremony
Join a meaningful Juneteenth gathering in Elizabeth as newly installed commemorative bricks are unveiled at the 313+ Ancestors Speaks Monument.
How Standard Aircraft Linked Elizabeth to Early Aviation
Learn how Standard Aircraft connected Elizabeth to World War I manufacturing, pilot training planes, and the early development of U.S. airmail.
American Revolutions: Rev250 at the Elizabeth Public Library — April 2026 Events
Explore April 2026 Rev250 programming at Elizabeth Public Library, featuring exhibits, history talks, and hands-on events across multiple branches.
Women in Wars
Explore the many roles of women in wartime through this April 2026 mini exhibit at Elizabeth Public Library.
Reclaiming History Together: The 313+ Ancestors Speak Project
A community-centered panel exploring the 313+ Ancestors Speak Project and how public history can reclaim erased stories in Elizabeth, New Jersey.
History of Slavery in NJ Presented by Rick Geffken
Explore the history of slavery in New Jersey with historian Rick Geffken in support of the 313+ Ancestors Speak Project Archive.
Bicycles, Clubs, and the Bike Boom in Elizabeth
Discover how bicycles shaped sporting life, club culture, and community events in Elizabeth during the bike boom of the 1890s.
Boxwood Hall in Elizabeth, NJ
Boxwood Hall: Washington’s Last Stop Before the Presidency Boxwood Hall [...]
