Colonial settlement took hold here in rockaway, morris county new jersey, around the year 1720, and considerable business formed around 1730 with the building of the job allen sr. The historic cemetery of first presbyterian church, rockaway, new jersey part of the present day cemetery was believed to be an old native american burial ground. The history the building was built in the early 1800s by colonel joseph jackson, the iron king of morris county, for his son, stephen joseph jackson and his wife, mary ann gleason, of connecticut. To distribute historical information to educational and public institutions, to. History and legends by william mcmahon, envisioning new jersey. Rockaway borough historical 199 w main st rockaway nj 07866. New jersey has been a leader in industrial research and development since the establishment in 1876 of thomas edisons research facility in menlo park. I have depressingly few books on the history of new jersey, but the ones i do have are pretty good.
Nj history books do you know the history of your town. Rockaway borough is a community located in the northern portion of morris county and is approximately 35 miles west of new york city. Find everything you need to know about the history of. As of the 2010 united states census, the borough s population was 6,438, reflecting a decline of 35 0. Originally settled by native americans, new jersey has welcomed waves of immigrants, from the dutch and.
Middletown digital archive middletown township public library. You can still use your library card to access ebooks and many more great services online. We look forward to this new cooperative program between the morris county library and the. Early in the 1900s, there were two major railroads, a trolley line, an iron foundry, an inclined plane and two basins of the morris canal, a bicycle factory. The long history of heavy industry in new jersey has left the state with the largest inventory of u. The museums at drakesville historic park, ledgewood, new jersey. Located at 2 main street in ledgewood, it is open on the second sunday afternoon of each month april thru december. This collection of books about the history of the jersey shore will share all the knowledge you want to know. To access the page click on a name below or from the dropdown menu at the top of the page under municipal directory. Your donations support our ongoing projects and initiatives to preserve and honor the rich history of our comunity. Jacob fisler purchased a tract of land containing 2800 acres in the area of. Originally settled by native americans, new jersey has welcomed waves of immigrants, from the dutch and english in the 1600s to. As one of the nations major air, shipping, and rail hubs, the city had a population of 282,090 in 2018, making it the nations 73rdmost populous municipality, after being ranked 63rd in the nation in 2000. Accepted active american asbury park association attended avenue became board born borough brown building built call charles church city club college company completed continued daughter death deceased died early.
The village at middletown, which is now a national. History of bergen and passaic counties, new jersey, with biographical sketches of many of its pioneers and prominent men by clayton. We work to preserve and protect our historic sites and artifacts so future generations can. Click on the image or title for additional information and availability purchases are provided by. The rockaway borough public library provides educational, informational, cultural, and recreational materials and services to the community. Additional information is available at or by contacting edward moeller at 973 6248070. It proudly proclaimed itself the showplace of northwestern nj, and is still in. History of monmouth county, new jersy, 16641920, volume 2.
Incredible nj shore history books share jerseys most. The morris county library staff is thrilled to be able to provide this outreach program and we hope as many residents as possible will come out to the municipal building to say hello. Historical society of rockaway township, rockaway, new jersey. The roxbury township historical society owns and operates the historic silas riggs saltbox house, dating from the time of the revolutionary war. Our borough is rich in history beginning shortly before the revolutionary war. I had to watermark some stuff i have personally located or own because of thievery. Superfund sites, and industrial cleanup is an important issue in its cities. New jersey has a long and distinguished history that dates back far before the american revolution, in which the state played a pivotal role. Middletown township public librarys local history database archive project is an effort to digitize the historical collection of books, pamphlets, photographs. I had to watermark some stuff i have personally located or. The new jersey room contains reference and circulating materials pertaining to rockaway borough, morris county, and the state of new jersey. Patterson, the town eventually became a fashionable seaside resort.
Joseph decamp november 14, 1759 december 31, 1800 served in the iron works daniel dickerson 1740 1826. History of bergen and passaic counties, new jersey, with biographical sketches of many of its pioneers and prominent men by clayton, w. Rockaway is a borough in morris county, new jersey, united states. Rockaway borough historical committee home facebook. I highly recommend the encyclopedia of new jersey, which was published by rutgers university. History history index history az new jersey history united states new jersey travel new jersey new jersey genealogy delaware civil war new jersey new jersey sports united states history united states us presidents usa 19th century usa 20th century founding of. Keansburg pronounced keensburg is a borough in monmouth county, new jersey. A parenting collection, located in the childrens area, offers specialized materials for parents, families, teachers, and caregivers. The borough of rockaway historical committee is a registered 501c3 nonprofit charitable organization. The state has a rich native american heritage and complex colonial history. Consider joining the rockaway borough historical committee. What are the best books on the history of new jersey.
Rockaway borough historical committee, rockaway, nj. The stories are based in southern ocean county, nj, but they range to high points of new jersey shore area history from the 1600s to the present. Home page the borough of rockaway historical committee. History of roxbury township, new jersey nj museums historic. Feel free to share, discuss and enjoy the history of new jersey. Part of the present day cemetery was believed to be an old native american burial ground. Choose from picture books dating back to the beginning of jerseys first boardwalk to all the things to do in lbi this weekend. The rockaway borough municipal building is open monday through friday, 8. Here is an alphabetical list of books about new jersey, compiled by a librarian, that are currently available.
The mission of the north jersey highlands historical society njhhs is to serve as a central organization to collect and preserve the material cultural heritage of the northeastern highlands region of new jersey, with a particular interest in the ringwood manor state park and new jerseys early iron industry, encouraging public and private awareness and understanding of. Revolutionary war sites in rockaway borough, new jersey. Ever wondered what birds were native to your area in nj. The rockaway borough public library provides informational, educational and entertaining resources and services to the community.
Hnewjersey is open to anyone with an interest in the history of new jersey, including but not limited to academic researchers, teachers, students, archivists, historic site staff, volunteers, genealogists, archeologists, historic preservationists, and just plain history buffs. History of the county of hudson, new jersey, from its earliest settlement to the present time by charles h. Or do you have animal tracks in your yard that you cant distinguish. Google translate is an online service for which the user pays nothing to obtain a purported language translation.
A history of the garden state presents a fresh, comprehensive overview of new jerseys history from the prehistoric era to the present. Rockaway township is a township in morris county, new jersey, united states. Rockaway borough 07866 is located in the central portion of morris county, nj. They have published books on roxbury township history and sponsor an evening lecture series. Historyancestry found and genealogy of fenwicks colony new jersey by thomas shourds 1876 553 pages. To distribute historical information to educational and public institutions, to promote community service projects beneficial.
The historic cemetery of first presbyterian church, rockaway, new jersey. The discovery of iron ore in the 1700s led people to rockaway borough or rockaway village as it was called before it was incorporated in 1894. Rockaway township is a municipality located in morris county in northwest new jersey. List of books and articles about new jersey history. Driving through rockaway, new jersey today, you can feel a strong sense of history, but there are now only hints of the place that rockaway once was. Early in the 1900s, there were two major railroads, a trolley line, an iron foundry, an inclined plane and two basins of the morris canal, a bicycle factory, a. Also known as the garden state, new jersey has been a center for hightech industry and invention throughout its existence. Genealogicalancestry found history of hudson and bergen counties, new jersey by cornelius burnham harvey 1900 617 pages. Learn all you can from these nj shore history books. Order online now or come into old town hall and purchase a signed copy. Historical society of rockaway township home facebook. History of the fifteenth new jersey volunteer infantry by alanson a.
The town book was published in volume ii of john stillwells historical and genealogical miscellany. Nj transit offers local bus service on the 817 route. Stephen joseph was the son of joseph jackson and elizabeth platt ogden, daughter of robert ogden. Rockaway township was incorporated as a township by an act of the new jersey legislature on april 8, 1844, from portions of hanover township and pequannock township. Rockaway township history book a book about rockaway township history, written by two hsrt members, is available for purchase by calling the township department of community services at 9739832841. The historic library, with its local history museum, combines the technology of today with the character and charm of the past. The history of rockaway borough the borough of rockaway. As of the 2010 united states census, the boroughs population was 6,438, reflecting a decline of 35 0. David conger september 7, 1760 january 20, 1807 private morris county cav nj militia. Rockaway borough nj real estate morris county nj real. Digital libraries rockaway township free public library. The historic new jersey, a trip to discover the hidden treasures of its cities, meet its people, and relive the past events that made history. Its me, margaret, the dark half, tithe, the woods, boy meets boy, superfu.
Rbdigital formally zinio for libraries offers free full color, interactive digital magazines for your enjoyment. This page contains links to municipal departments and offices. Photos come from the internet, personal collections, private collections and intense digging and research through libraries, historic societies, out of print books, auctions, even the garbage. Browse from your librarys collection of popular titles with no holds, no checkout periods, and no limit to the number of magazines you can download. The borough is nestled between two major thoroughfares. Rockaway borough historical 199 w main st rockaway, nj. List of books and articles about new jersey history online. History of bergen and passaic counties, new jersey, with. Portions of the township were taken to form rockaway borough june 19, 1894, port oram june 26, 1895, now wharton and denville township april 14, 19.
Fpc historic cemetery first presbyterian church, rockaway, nj. The official web site for the state of new jersey history. These new jersey books will help you learn everything you need to know about wild animals in new jersey. Hnew jersey is sponsored by the new jersey historical commission. Rockaway borough, new jersey revolutionary war sites. Aug 10, 2014 i have depressingly few books on the history of new jersey, but the ones i do have are pretty good. The hidden history of new jersey is a mustreadand not just for those who reside in the garden state. Were as local as main street, as close as your phone, as near as your pc or device.
For more information regarding the historical society of rockaway township, becoming a member, and the fordfaesch house, please email us. A history, was published later that year by the kinnelon bicentennial committee. When rockaway village incorporated as a borough in 1894, it was already one hundred sixty years old. History precolonial period the lenni lenape delaware indians lived in the area. Washington is a rural borough in northwestern new jersey in warren county. Nj animal and wildlife books for sale shop fun new jersey. The findings of archaeologists, political, social, and economic historians provide a new look at how the garden state has evolved. With histories of lives, families, and landmarks, stafford chronicles vividly reconstructs different ways of life in a town that has seen many changes. For more information, please click on the contact tab on the left. Local history books on new jersey arcadia publishing. Due to the current health crisis, wharton public library is temporarily closed.
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