West Orange mayor wanted to save historic monastery, but it’s no longer for sale
Last June, the Town Council commissioned an appraisal that valued the property at $1.7 million. The property would have been bought with Open Space Funds.
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Branch Brook Park’s Cherry Blossom Festival turns 50
Today, Branch Brook Park claims the most cherry blossoms in the United States with 5,300 compared to D.C.’s 3,800.
NJPAC’s history of broken promises began with an African-American Burial Ground
In January, NJPAC got permission from the Landmarks Commission to demolish the Cathedral House at 24 Rector Street. The building would become the sixth historic building within the Military Park Historic District that the arts organization has torn down. But…
A new plan for the Essex House emerges, but West Orange officials warn developer of potential fight
A new plan has emerged to demolish the historic Essex House in West Orange and make way for a 105-unit apartment building. But town officials are warning the developer that he could be in for a fight.
Study eyes seven West Orange landmarks for the National Register
The buildings deemed potentially eligible for the National Register are Rosedale Cemetery, two historic firehouses, Congdon lumber yard, the Montclair Riding Stables, and two unassuming places as well.
Maplewood’s HPC will not seek landmark designation at home with one of state’s tallest trees
The HPC only had 45 days since its last meeting to research the home and decided last week not to pursue landmark designation.
After a Decade of Planning, $6.6 Million Restoration of Highland Avenue Station to Begin
The project will not affect service along the line and will last one year, eventually reopening a historic stationhouse that has been closed since 1968.
South Orange’s Oldest Church Just Finished Restoring its 1929 School
The building dates back to 1929 and still maintains interesting historic details such as fireplaces and gaslight sconces.
Louis Bamberger’s Forgotten Newark Landmark Signaled a Cultural Shift a Century Ago
This forgotten landmark on Elizabeth Avenue signaled a shift in Bamberger's business model and shaped American culture.
Maud Munn’s Grave in Newark Cleaned in Time for Mount Pleasant Cemetery’s Tours
The cleaned-up statue fits the mission of the newly founded Friends of Mount Pleasant Cemetery to give the cemetery a new face.