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Elizabeth, NJ

Our City: Four Centuries of History with John Prescott

John Prescott explores Elizabeth’s historic sites, Four Centuries in a Weekend, and inclusive stories that shape Union County’s America 250 legacy.

By |2026-03-03T10:04:56-05:00December 3, 2025|Elizabeth Today & The Road to 250 (2000–Present), Our City: Stories That Shape America|0 Comments
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Revolutionary War Headquarters in Elizabethtown (1775–1783)

Elizabethtown’s homes, churches, and taverns became key Revolutionary War headquarters and encampments from 1775 to 1783.

By |2026-03-03T09:57:49-05:00April 28, 2025|Revolutionary War & Early American Republic (1775–1800)|Comments Off on Revolutionary War Headquarters in Elizabethtown (1775–1783)
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1680: The Origins of the Belcher-Ogden Mansion

Discover the rich history of the Belcher-Ogden Mansion, Elizabeth’s colonial-era gem. Built in 1680, this Georgian masterpiece shaped New Jersey’s past.

By |2026-03-03T09:52:01-05:00March 12, 2025|Founding & Colonial Era (1664–1775)|Comments Off on 1680: The Origins of the Belcher-Ogden Mansion
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