This Is My New Jersey

All that is great about the Garden State!

cemeteries

November 15, 2019

Researching History Using High-Tech

In my last post, I shared the story of a centuries-old dwelling in Paramus that is in danger of being torn down. I opined about my concerns when it comes to preserving New Jersey’s past. Well, I am happy to share a story about trying to learn more about individuals in unmarked graves in one… Continue reading

Essex County, History, New Jersey, Preservation

Belleville, cemeteries, National Register of Historic Places, New Jersey, New Jersey history, Reformed Dutch Church
May 13, 2017

Remembering the Heroes: NNJ Veterans Memorial Cemetery

Since I was a kid, I liked going to the cemetery. I know it may sound strange. I grew up in a big Italian family and, unfortunately, as each family member passed, they would go to the cemetery. Once I was old enough to go a little further away from home on my bike, I… Continue reading

Essex County, Exploring, History, Jersey Icon, Just Plain Cool, New Jersey, Non-Profits, Preservation, Sussex County

cemeteries, Civil War, Daughters of the American Revolution, Essex County, Revolutionary War, Sussex County, Vets
October 3, 2013

Great Jersey Photos

There are plenty of great places in New Jersey for taking interesting photos. If you would like to see some really unique spaces in New Jersey, I recommend you check out my friend Lisa’s blog – Spirit Soul Shutter. Continue reading

New Jersey, Outdoors, Sussex County

cemeteries, Daughters of the American Revolution, photography