New Jersey History

From a SWAT team that raided a cardboard cutout to a five-foot alligator in the Passaic River, New Jersey has a long history of bizarre. Here are five of the
The Trenton tomato pie flips the script on conventional pizza—cheese and toppings go on first, crushed tomatoes last. Papa's Tomato Pies has been making them since 1912, making it the
After weeks of rough surf and winter storms, erosion at Island Beach State Park exposed parts of the Lawrence N. McKenzie, a 136-year-old schooner that sank off New Jersey’s coast

Few roads in New Jersey carry warnings in their names. Shades of Death Road is one of them. Twisting through forests and farmland, this road has a history of murder,

Before Cape May, New Jersey became a charming seaside escape lined with Victorian-style homes, it was a meeting ground for whalers chasing profit along the shores of the Delaware Bay. 

New Jersey’s colonial past is preserved in towns that date back centuries. From early Dutch and English settlements to key Revolutionary War sites, these municipalities tell the story of the

Maple sugaring has become a popular activity for all ages here in NJ. This now wildly popular activity actually originated many centuries ago and was practiced among Native American groups

America’s oldest distillers are right here in New Jersey. They don’t make bourbon or gin—not vodka or rum—but instead, a spirit known by fans as Applejack. Laird & Company has

Established in the mid-1750s, The Cranbury Inn continues to function for its original purpose of offering food and drink to people from all over the world.You’ll enjoy your dining experience

Jersey City, New Jersey’s oldest and second largest city, is highly known for its diverse population, culture and modern environment. Located right in Hudson County, this city’s history dates back