History History is knowledge dealing with past events, For many of our citizens brain-challenging torments. Churchill said those who... Letters to the Editor 14 Sep 2024 | 10:10
Branchville from the east toward the town around 1910. Branchville historical marker awarded in 2022 One of the most pleasing parts of being the Sussex County Historian is to be involved in awarding historical markers to significant... Columns 31 Oct 2022 | 02:34
The oak tree in front of Franklin school. Sussex County History Today: The Old Oak Tree As years come and go, the lifetimes of humans may bloom and then fade away. Nature has other life surrounding us, many of... Columns 20 Sep 2022 | 02:30
Explore the art of hunting decoys at the Van Kirk Museum. Van Kirk Museum readies for new fall exhibit opening day The Sparta Historical Society presents the opening day of its new fall exhibit “Vintage Waterfowl Decoys: America’s First... Local News 06 Sep 2022 | 01:45
A young family surrounded by some of the animals from the petting zoo at the 2021 Annual History Day program. ( Photo provided by Nancy Madacsi) Local historians to host Sussex County History Day In its long and storied past, Sussex County has grown from a quiet, agricultural community to a thriving destination rife... Local News 06 Sep 2022 | 12:25
Parker Mine mineshaft, Franklin. Sussex County History Today: Our Unique Mineral Makeup One of the three historical markers awarded last year (2021) was for the Parker Shaft, representing the mine and plant by... Columns 05 Sep 2022 | 12:05
A photo of the Confederate flag flying over Fort Sumter, a detail from a stereoscopic photograph taken by Alma A. Pelot on the morning of April 15, 1861. History talk planned for SCCC The Center for Lifelong Learning at Sussex County Community College (SCCC), a collaboration between the Sussex County Department... Local News 01 Sep 2022 | 01:24
Wawayanda State Park ( Photo courtesy Bill Truran) Sussex County History Today: Wawayanda State Park Summer is a wonderful time of year in Sussex County. It is a time to leave the house and enjoy the outdoors. With the warm... Columns 30 Aug 2022 | 10:43
Whiskey Crossing. Van Kirk Museum ‘Spotlights’ coming soon The Sparta Historical Society has announced the opening of its “Exhibits Spotlight” at Van Kirk Homestead Museum from 1 to... Local News 16 Aug 2022 | 01:55
Debbie Anderson, of Branchville, shows a PowerPoint presentation of the highlights of the Branchville Cemetery. ( Photo courtesy Bill Truran) Sussex County History Today: State Fair roundup and other news One of the highlights of the year for me, and many others, is the Sussex County Fair, now also known as the New Jersey State... Columns 16 Aug 2022 | 10:58
Earlier this year, the Sussex County Board of County Commissioners awarded Sparta an historical marker newly installed by Sparta Town Hall. ( Photo courtesy Sparta Historical Society) Sparta Historical Society announces benefit gala to celebrate its 20th anniversary Come to Perona Farm’s The Barn on 70 Perona Road in Andover during the Sparta Historical Society’s “Shining the Light on... Local News 05 Aug 2022 | 04:55
The historic Van Campen house during a past event. A look at Sussex County history today Every year, the Sussex County Commissioners provide funding for historical markers. Currently there are over 40 such markers... Columns 02 Aug 2022 | 11:21
Rabbit molds displayed at the Van Kirk Homestead Museum. ( Van Kirk Homestead Museum) Van Kirk Homestead Museum announces closing day of spring exhibit Sparta Historical Society presents the closing day of its spring exhibit “The Best of Van Kirk Museum” on Sunday, July 24,... Local News 14 Jul 2022 | 03:00
Washington Crossing the Delaware by Emanuel Leutze. Local historian’s website provides regional Revolutionary War resources you’re looking to gain a local perspective on New Jersey’ role in the Revolutionary War ahead of the July 4 holiday, check... Local News 27 Jun 2022 | 02:17
An ediphone on display at the museum. Van Kirk Museum’s spring exhibit opens May 22 The Sparta Historical Society will present, “The Best of Van Kirk Museum,” on two upcoming Sundays: May 22 and June 12, from... Local News 18 May 2022 | 03:07
