Live One Time Performance – Sunday, December 12, 2010: As part of the celebration of the 250th anniversary of Bernards Township, the Trilogy Repertory Theater of Bernards Township will produce a Revolutionary War Reenactment of the arrest of General Charles Lee at Widow White’s Tavern. The event is scheduled from 2:00—2:45 p.m. and will be [Continue]

Grab your friends and come out for a great holiday tradition and a great cause. Held every two years, the Holiday House Tour, offers a unique opportunity while celebrating the 250th celebration of Bernards Township. Scenes from the 2007 Holiday House Tour This year, while you have the opportunity to tour five newly chosen privately [Continue]

Did you Know . . .? Three new schools were built in Bernards Township between 1903 and 1906 as a result of pressure from Progressives at the turn of the 20th century to improve education — the schools included Maple Avenue (Gone), Liberty Corner (100+ years) and Olcott (now Bernardsville). Board of Education member William [Continue]

Come out Sunday, October 17 to a NEW guided walking tour of historic Basking Ridge. Walk on a beautiful sunny fall day and hear stories that you’ve never knew about the historic village of Basking Ridge. Learn about the great fire, the bakery boys, and over 250 years of history. Registration is not required. All [Continue]

What better way to celebrate Bernards Township’s 250th Anniversary then to visit some of the most historic sites ever! In conjunction with the Historical Society of the Somerset Hills (Based in Basking Ridge) and Somerset County, you have the chance to see 4 of the county’s premier historic venues, enjoy all kinds of fun activities, [Continue]

It’s coming – Tuesday July 6 – Concerts in the Park, Pleasant Valley Park in Bernards Township off Valley Road (adjacent to the Pleasant Valley Pool). All Americana Program. Bring your own chair or blanket. Celebrate America alongside the 250th anniversary of Bernards Township. The concert will include the Raritan Valley Symphony and the program [Continue]

If you can get to the Basking Ridge or Liberty Corner Post Office - You can get a great collectible!!!! Just pay for the postage! Commemorative First Day Cancellation Stamp honoring the Charter of Bernards Township 250th years ago is now available for a limited time at the Basking Ridge and Liberty Corner Post Offices.  [Continue]

Charter Day Schedule Get the kids ready – Get your wallet – and bring your community spirit. 250 years in the making. It’s the biggest celebration of the year! Street Fair is open 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Opening ceremonies on the Main Stage – 12 p.m. At 5pm the street fair will shut down [Continue]

For the first time, at the Brick Academy, a enlarged laminated version of the Charter of Bernardston will be available for viewing. Copied and enlarged from the New Jersey State Archives, while the original Bernardston Charter was lost (perhaps by fire), the word were copied back in the early 1800′s so that the Charter would [Continue]

Charter Day – It’s all about the community. But it’s also about our local history. There is no other organization that preserves and promotes history as much as the Historical Society of the Somerset Hills. It’s lifeblood is the support from its members. HOW ABOUT YOU? Make a pledge to yourself that you’ll become a [Continue]

WEATHER Forecast  for Charter Day Saturday, May 15, 2010 Sunny with temps in the mid 70′s. So no worries about rain or shine. It’s shine. Here’s 10 things you MUST do during Charter Day. Remember, It’s the 250th Charter Day- you’re part of history. Walk over to the Brick Academy at 15 Oak Street and [Continue]

2010 Historic Preservation Award To Recognize the Kennedy-Martin-Stelle Farmstead - The Historical Society of the Somerset Hills is pleased to announce its 2010 Historic Preservation Award. In special recognition of the 250th anniversary of Bernards Township, a single project that represents three centuries of Township history has been selected for honor.  The Kennedy-Martin-Stelle Farmstead has [Continue]

The Historical Society of the Somerset Hills relies solely on the support of donations, memberships, and sponsorship grants from our supporters, friends, and neighbors. You can play an important part in supporting the programs and efforts of the historical society by making a monetary donation now. Click the donate button and give what you can [Continue]

The votes are in. Bernards Twp 250th Anniversary Time Capsule Update Bernards Schools Time Capsule Selections Kindergarten- Favorite Toy – Nintendo DS Grade 1- Favorite Food - Ice Cream Grade 2 – Favorite Movie – Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Squeakquel Grade 3- Favorite Book -Diary of a Wimpy Kid Grade 4- Favorite TV Show- Wipeout Grade [Continue]

- Showcase your band or artistic talents at Charter Day! Do you have a band and want to play on the stage in downtown Basking Ridge? If so, there’s still time to sign up. Rock bands, jazz bands, talented musicians. Just download the attached form and send it or bring it in to the Bernards [Continue]