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CROSSROADS GAZETTE
Your resource for all things Revolutionary New Jersey!
November 2016
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As leaves turn brilliant colors and the weather turns crisp, historic sites
across Crossroads of the American Revolution National Heritage Area beckon. Discover new ways to celebrate the harvest and Thanksgiving bounty. Honor the veterans of our fight for independence and following wars. Discover your Revolutionary heritage in your own backyard and beyond!
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Honor New Jersey's Veterans
On Friday November 11, we pause to honor the brave men and women who have fought and served in our military during America's wars. Originally designated as Armistice Day by President Woodrow Wilson in 1919 in reflection of the end of World War I the year before, the scope of the commemoration was broadened to Veterans Day in 1954 by President Dwight Eisenhower to honor those who fought in all American wars, including the Revolution.
This year, consider adding a new facet to your Veterans Day by attending a Crossroads of the Revolution Heritage Partner event in places where Revolutionary War heroes served:
The Princeton Battlefield Society hosts Veterans Day at the Battlefield on November 11. A ceremony with U.S. Marine color guard at the Princeton Battlefield State Park Colonnade will honor the first Marine to die in a land battle and all those who fell during the American Revolution. 1:30 p.m.
More information.
The Bergen County Historical Society will conduct a wreath-laying and ceremony on November 6 at Veterans Memorial Park in Ho-ho-kus. This annual tradition raises awareness of veterans' accomplishments as well as memorial markers throughout Bergen County.
1:00 p.m.
More information.
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Get into the Revolutionary Thanksgiving spirit
The first national proclamation of Thanksgiving in the United States was proclaimed by the Continental Congress in 1777, which marked December 18 as a day for "Solemn Thanksgiving and Praise." When the first House of Representatives voted in September 1789 to recommend the First Amendment to the states for ratification, New Jersey Congressman Elias Boudinot suggested that President Washington should proclaim a day of thanksgiving. The day shifted several times until 1942, when Congress passed legislation officially establishing the fourth Thursday of November as Thanksgiving.
Get into the Thanksgiving spirit with these upcoming food-related events!
Help the staff at
Howell Living History Farm in Lambertville on November 5 as they process apples with old fashioned presses, peeler-corers and stomper strainers. Then sample apple pie and other apple treats! 11:00 a.m to 3:00 p.m.
More information.
Discover a historic alternative to apples on November 6 as food historian Susan Plaisted demonstrates a traditional Dutch recipe for Quince Koeckjeson (cookies) at the
Bouman-Stickney Farmstead in Stanton. 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
More information.
Learn how to cook authentic Colonial food at
Peachfield's Open Hearth Cooking Workshop on November 12 in Westampton. A full menu and list of what you should bring that day will be provided upon required pre-registration.
Space is limited, so reserve your place soon! More information.
Starting November 1, watch our website for a full list of harvest/Thanksgiving inspired events!
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Remembering Kevin Wright
Crossroads trustees and staff mourn the death of historian and writer Kevin Wright on October 13. A descendant of Revolutionary War soldiers, Kevin has long been associated with Historic New Bridge Landing in River Edge, first as live-in curator and historical interpreter employed by the state of New Jersey and later as a persistent advocate for the site's preservation and recognition as a critical juncture in Revolutionary history. He was also president of the Bergen County Historical Society and a driving force in the creation of the Historic New Bridge Landing Park Commission.
Through the many people touched by his enthusiasm, Kevin leaves a passion for telling the stories of our shared heritage and the importance of preserving our historic places. We'll miss him.
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Huzzah to Rutgers on its 250th anniversary!
Congratulations to Rutgers University as it culminates the celebration of its 250th anniversary this November. Chartered in 1766, Rutgers is among the eight colonial colleges founded before the United States was born. It's also New Jersey's state university and alma mater to more than 470,000 alumni, including several veterans of the American Revolution.
In celebration, Rutgers is hosting a
Day of Revolutionary Thinking on November 10. This university-wide showcase of alumni expertise and knowledge will take place at its Camden, Newark, New Brunswick and Piscataway campuses.
Crossroads Trustee and New Brunswick Development Corporation President Chris Paladino will join New Brunswick Mayor James Cahill to present "New Brunswick Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow," a discussion of the city's proud history and promising future. It's just one of several talks available to students, alumni, friends and other interested people on Rutgers' special day. Visit the
Rutgers 250 website to reserve your place at Chris' talk or to review other programs available that day.
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Heritage Partners program grows with new membership
More than a hundred historic sites, non-profit organizations and lineage societies have joined forces with Crossroads to help visitors discover Revolutionary New Jersey. From museums that are open every day to interest groups working to preserve local history, Crossroads helps members enhance their visibility and build community engagement.
This month, we're pleased to welcome the
Dey Mansion as a new Heritage Partner.
We're also happy to announce several partners that have renewed their Heritage Partner membership:
Whether your site is open seven days a week, not ready to receive visitors or somewhere in between, affiliating with Crossroads brings a wealth of benefits to help you tell your Revolutionary story.
Contact our Program Manager, Kate Knowles-Brindle by
e-mail
or by phone at 609-341-3246 for more information, or visit our
Heritage Partner membership webpage
to join us today!
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Get Revolutionary at this month's Heritage Partner events
Celebrate New Jersey history at these events at our partners in the Crossroads of the American Revolution National Heritage Area. Visit our
website
and
Facebook page
for even more activities through the month, and watch for our mid-month events email.
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History Paint Night Social at the Snyder Academy in Elizabeth
November 1 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Sip and snack as the Snyder Academy's resident artist guides you in creating a historic scene on canvas. Pre-registration encouraged, as space is limited. More information.
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Revolutionary War Camp Fire at Batsto Village in Hammonton
November 5 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Kids and their families can step back into the 18th century and decide to join the fight for independence, then enjoy a fall campfire as night falls in the scenic New Jersey Pinelands.
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Walking Tour of Monmouth Battlefield in Manalapan
November 6 at 1:30 p.m.
Stroll the site of the largest artillery battle of the Revolution and learn more about the 1778 Battle of Monmouth.
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Open House at the Benjamin Temple House in Ewing
November 6 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Visit the restored home of a close friend of Declaration of Independence signer John Hart.
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The Occupation of Trenton in Titusville
November 13 from 2:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Author and historian Larry Kidder reveals what was going on in Trenton during the eventful month of December 1776. Preregistration required.
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Board of Trustees
Thomas H. Kean, Honorary Chair ● Patrick Murray, President ● Laura Szwak, Vice President ● David Siegfried, Treasurer ● Sally Lane, Secretary ● Leslie Bensley
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Richard Bousquet ● Kathleen Ellis
● Dale Florio ●
John Hardiman ● Ira Jersey
● Martha Lieblich ● John S. O'Donnell ● Chris Paladino ● Milly Silva
Crossroads Staff
Noreen Bodman, Executive Director ● Tanika Jones, Office Administrator ● Kate Knowles-Brindle, Program Manager ● Sue Kaufmann, Communications and Social Media Coordinator
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