Stories that Shape America: Elizabeth, NJ
elizabeth 250th planning committee
MAYOR J. CHRISTIAN BOLLWAGE, THE CITY OF ELIZABETH, CO-CHAIR
REV. DR. WANDA M. LUNDY, CO-CHAIR
AIMEE FERNANDEZ-PUENTE, CO-CHAIR
Administrative Sub-Committee
To Be Determined
Planning & Logistics Sub-Committee
DOn Treich
History & Education Sub-Committee
Elliot Johnson
Volunteer Management Sub-Committee
Miguel Carvalho
Evaluation Committee Sub-Committee
To Be Determined
Ad-Hoc Sub-Committee
To Be Determined
Marketing & Promotions Sub-Committee
Jason ‘Remeoner’ Ellington
Fundraising & Sponsorship Sub-Committee
To Be Determined
Emergency Preparedness Sub-Committee
To Be Determined
Our City: Stories That Shape America
“Our City: Stories That Shape America” is a 52-week broadcast mini-series airing on CableVision Channel 18 during the GoElizabethNJ250 Celebration (October 1, 2025 – October 31, 2026).
Watch an Episode
John Prescott explores Elizabeth’s historic sites, Four Centuries in a Weekend, and inclusive stories that shape Union County’s America 250 legacy.
GoElizabethNJ250 Partners & Sponsors
250th Community & Statewide Events
Launch of Elizabeth Ambassador Tourism Certification
October 1, 2025 - October 31, 2026
Common Sense & The Siege of Boston Mini Exhibit | EPL
January 3 - January 31
Old First Cemetery Descendants – Monthly Gathering | Jan. 17
January 17 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
American Revolutions: Rev250 at the Elizabeth Public Library
February 4 - February 28
Featured Gallery Moments
Explore the story of Elizabeth’s 250th through recent events and community snapshots.
Elizabeth 4th of July Celebration 2025
From Our Timeline
Our City: Women of the Revolution with Joanne Rajoppi
admin2025-12-03T15:28:14-05:00Elizabeth Today & The Road to 250 (2000–Present), Our City: Stories That Shape America|
Women of the Revolution take center stage as Joanne Rajoppi shares powerful, local stories of courage from Elizabeth and Union County.
Our City: Elizabeth’s Tourism Boom with Jennifer Costa
admin2025-12-03T15:27:36-05:00Elizabeth Today & The Road to 250 (2000–Present), Our City: Stories That Shape America|
Elizabeth’s tourism leader Jennifer Costa discusses America 250 strategy, global marketing, and World Cup 2026 preparation.
Elizabeth’s Revolutionary Role — Boxwood Hall’s Founding Story
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Mayor Bollwage’s Our City explores Elizabeth, NJ’s Revolutionary War roots through Boxwood Hall and the city’s fight for independence.
Elizabeth, New Jersey, has been a cornerstone of American history since the nation’s founding. As we approach America’s 250th Anniversary in 2026, we are proud to commemorate our city’s role in shaping the American experience. Through stories of resilience, innovation, and community, we honor the past while looking toward the future.
As an official partner of RevolutionNJ, the state’s lead organization for New Jersey’s 250th commemoration, Elizabeth at 250 will engage residents, visitors, and historians through events, storytelling, and historical reflections that highlight our city’s rich contributions to the nation’s founding and growth.
Join us in celebrating Elizabeth at 250: Stories That Shape America—a campaign that connects our city’s legacy with the next generation.
The Elizabeth 250th Planning Committee extends a heartfelt invitation to you, our esteemed guest, to be a part of history. As we stand on the cusp of celebrating America’s 250th anniversary in 2026, we seek your presence to pay homage to the storied past of Elizabethtown, NJ. This land, steeped in the echoes of the Revolutionary War, was not just a backdrop for battle but a forge for the liberties and values that define our nation today.
Explore our volunteer opportunities by clicking on a category below. Follow the instructions to REGISTER for the info session.
Your involvement places you amidst the tapestry of time, connecting you to the pivotal events and the valorous spirit that influenced the course of our collective future. Let us come together to acknowledge Elizabeth’s indelible impact and to ensure that the legacies left behind continue to inspire truth, freedom, and a path forward for all Americans. Your participation is not just a gesture; it is a celebration of the strides we’ve made and an invitation to the creation of our tomorrow.
Discover the myriad of ways to volunteer and celebrate Elizabeth’s revolutionary spirit. Tap into the categories below to explore the diverse sub-committees awaiting your involvement. Your presence is the bridge between past and future—join us in this historic undertaking.
explore our volunteer opportunities by clicking on a category below. Follow the instructions to register
ADMINISTRATIVE
PLANNING & LOGISTICS
FUNDRAISING
VOLUNTEER MANAGEMENT
MARKETING
EVALUATION COMMITTEE
HISTORY & EDUCATION
EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS
