KINGSTON’s INNS and TAVERNS
A Saturday Afternoon walk led by George Luck, Jr. Half way between New York and Philadelphia, Kingston was a natural place for inns and taverns for travelers. The first inn/tavern was established by Henry Greenland in 1683 on the west side of the Millstone River; subsequent taverns/inns were all on the east side. The walk … Continue reading "KINGSTON’s INNS and TAVERNS"
Rockingham: Children’s Day (CANCELLED)
84 Lauel Ave. Route 603, Franklin Township, Somerset County, NJNews comes from Rockingham that they have had to cancel this event. Our friends at Rockingham State Historic Site will be holding their annual Children's Day in person this year. 18th century games &toys, crafts and presentations on 18th century life (dress-up) are just some of the activities planned for that Sunday afternoon.Co Sponsored by … Continue reading "Rockingham: Children’s Day (CANCELLED)"
Kingston Cemetery: Cleaning (new date)
The Kingston Presbyterian Church is asking for help cleaning gravestones at the KPC Cemetery on Church St. in Kingston. (see the website link below for new date.) This is Abbie's Confirmation Project. She says: "This is a great way we can show our love to our whole community, our neighbors and God." For more details … Continue reading "Kingston Cemetery: Cleaning (new date)"
Kingston’s Main Street Reflections
Kingston Fire HouseNOTE: Date is now Wednesday, June 22. The Kingston Historical Society will present stories of Main Street through the eyes of longtime residents. This talk will be a "Hybrid" talk, with options to attend in person of via Zoom.us. For directions or to pre-register for Zoom (required), visit our "Talk" page: Follow this link to … Continue reading "Kingston’s Main Street Reflections"
Kingston Picnic
The perfect end to a summer Saturday. Bring a chair, blanket, and a picnic and enjoy live music and the delightful company of your friends and neighbors! Where: Kingston Park (Lauel Ave. Schoolyard) 5:30 or so: Bring a picnic and a blanket/chairs6 PM Music By Phil Orr & Steve Hiltner8 PM Movie: Kingston: Crossroads of … Continue reading "Kingston Picnic"
Holiday Tree Lighting 2022
Locktender's House Kingston, NJ 39 Old Lincoln Highway, 08540, Kingston, New JerseyCome down to the Locktender's House! The Kingston Historical Society, with help from the Kingston Womens Chorus will brighten the canal at our traditional tree lighting. Event will be at 4:30 PM. Dress warmly!
KHS Annual Meeting & Program
Kingston Fire HouseThe 2022 Annual Meeting of the Kingston Historical Society, Kingston, NJ will be held at 7 PM on Tuesday, December 6th, at the Kingston Fire House and also via videoconference and audio conference via Zoom. Our program for the evening: The D. & R. Canal State Park: Sustaining a Key New Jersey Asset. For a … Continue reading "KHS Annual Meeting & Program"
Happy Birthday Kingston Presbyterian Church!
Today the Kingston Presbyterian Church is 300 years old! Founded January 21, 1723. To learn more about the 300th Anniversary, visit THIS POST
Locktender’s House Opens
The Locktender's House, at the Kingston Lock on the Delaware and Raritan Canal holds historical displays in its first floor rooms. The displays are closed to the public during the winter months. Weekend access will resume on April 1st.
Taverns of Kingston-postponed to May 6
NOTE: Rain Date Saturday, May 6th You can still register for the May 6 event at: HTTPS://WWW.KHSNJ.ORG/WALKREGISTRATION Because of heavy rain forecast for April 29, we decided to postpone the event to May 6th. Read more about it HERE
Taverns of Kingston- a Saturday Walking Tour (new date)
Due to heavy rain in the forecast on April 29th, the Tavern Walk has been moved to May 6th. A Saturday Afternoon walk led by George Luck, Jr. Half way between New York and Philadelphia, Kingston was a natural place for inns and taverns for travelers. The first inn/tavern was established by Henry Greenland in … Continue reading "Taverns of Kingston- a Saturday Walking Tour (new date)"
Kingston Celebrates 300th Anniversary of Presbyterian Church
Kingston Presbyterian Church 4565 Route 27, Kingston, New Jersey, United StatesReflections On Our Past 1723 – 2023, Celebrating 300 years Kingston Presbyterian Church