Jersey city is the second most populous city in new jersey, after newark, with roughly 250,000 people 22. Originally settled by native americans, new jersey has welcomed waves of immigrants, from the dutch and english in the 1600s to. The family history library in salt lake city, utah also holds a large collection of historical records relating to the state of new jersey. A short history of new jersey governors of new jersey 16641974 genealogical society of new jersey historic trust nj historical commission.
There is an account of the creation of officers and men of new jersey in the civil war in the text of the book. This keepsake will be treasured by students and longtime residents, as it provides a comprehensive history and reflections of new jerseys oldest city. A center of industry, education and culture, newark is home to the institute of jazz studies, the worlds foremost jazz archives. In addition to these statelevel resources, many counties and towns maintain important genealogical collections in local libraries, genealogical societies, or historical societies, so check for a local resource when researching. Jersey city, the second largest city in new jersey, is the site of the first permanent european community in the state. Its goal is to inform viewers, in words and images, about jersey city, bringing together the community and the universitys internet. History of burlington city told though lives of its people. If you are a jersey city oldtimer, i would very much like to hear from you please use the comments functionality and share your jc experiences of bygone years. The chapters in this work sometimes strengthen wellknown historical accounts, but the text just as easily topples a number of commonly held myths extending back a century or more.
Books set in new jersey meet your next favorite book. Lewis publishing company, 1898, ol 17996898m the guide book street guide and general information of newark, newark, n. The findings of archaeologists, political, social, and economic historians provide a new look at how the garden state has evolved. Block prints of hoboken, nj, made by the students of aj demarest high school. Jersey city is also one of the most racially diverse cities in the world with nonhispanic white, hispaniclatino, african american, and asian populations making. An urban sophistication exists in the downtown area, from the waterfront landmark colgate clock through the powerhouse arts district, home to some of the citys many talented artists. Jersey city images of america and millions of other books are available for amazon kindle. View data gathered from numerous sources throughout the state of new jersey and beyond. From the magnitude of the public works terminating at this point, jersey city must fast increase in importance and population, being closely allied to new york, distant one mile, with which communication is had every 15 minutes, by a line of excellent ferryboats, nowhere4surpassed.
A history of the garden state presents a fresh, comprehensive overview of new jerseys history from the prehistoric era to the present. New jersey has been a leader in industrial research and development since the establishment in 1876 of thomas edisons research facility in menlo park. Vital statistics index from trenton newspapers, 1800 1900, at the new jersey bureau of archives and history, is an alphabetical card index to marriage and death notices for the period from december 1777 to 1900. Jersey city in vintage postcards nj postcard history series. The largest city by population in new jersey, newark is the seat of essex county. Courthouse, the former jersey city medical center, and the centuryold schoolhouse. Native americans moved into new jersey soon after the reversal of the younger dryas. Be sure to check out our main website for more information about the history of jersey city jersey city past and present. Since 1895, the press of atlantic city has covered everything boardwalkrelated. Historyancestry found and genealogy of fenwicks colony new jersey by thomas shourds 1876 553 pages. The hidden history of new jersey is a mustreadand not just for those who reside in the garden state. Genealogicalancestry found history of hudson and bergen counties, new jersey by cornelius burnham harvey 1900 617 pages.
The bayonne bridge one of the longest steel arch bridges in the world, the bayonne bridge spans the kill van kull to link bayonne, new jersey with the. Embracing practically two and a half centuries, 166619, volume 1. Start here, with a collection of 18 books novels, poetry, folklore, memoirs. We are proud of our reputation as one of the most eclectic, carefully curated, thoughtful, and fun bookstores in the new york city and philadelphia areas. The official web site for the state of new jersey history.
Bayonne has had a colorful history, and can look forward to a bright future with new businesses and infrastructure. The city reached its peak population in 1930, with over 316,000 residents. Weehawkin to manhattan the lincoln tunnel, proposed third tube 1950. Americas golden door living in jersey city 19971998 a publication by ruby press, inc.
Local history book collection hoboken public library. The story of the area of presentday new jersey begins at the end of the younger dryas, about 15,000 years ago. Jersey city has undergone several transformations during the past 200 years. Fiction and nonfiction set primarily in new jersey. Chartered in 1927, what is now new jersey city university opened in 1929 as the new jersey state. New york, 1911, by edgar jacob fisher page images at hathitrust.
Newarks industrial boom began in the early to mid1800s, when it was known for its leather factories and breweries. Jersey city past and present new jersey city university. While new jersey city university throughout its history has held fast to its founding principles of access and excellence, it has grown and evolved over the years to become the institution of great opportunity that it is today. I highly recommend the encyclopedia of new jersey, which was published by rutgers university. This 558page hardbound book takes a fresh look at many aspects of the citys rich heritage and longstanding lore through a unique approach to writing local history. Garden state greats discover nj 350 discover nj history. This site aims to visualize these fascinating changes through photos from then and now. Act 2 books is one of new jerseys favorite, family owned, independent bookstores. Located between the hudson and hackensack rivers, jersey city covers nearly 15 square miles of land at the.
Stockton gutenberg text and illustrated html new jersey as a royal province 1738 to 1776. Best bookstores in new jersey independent book stores. The city was first founded in 1666 by puritans from connecticut and first incorporated as a township in 1693. Strykers twovolume record of officers and men of new jersey in the civil war, 18611865, originally published by the state of new jersey in 1876. Few capture the urban italianamerican immigrant experience of new jersey as. Score a book s total score is based on multiple factors, including the number of people who have voted for it and how highly those voters ranked the book. Series of state funded books written to celebrate the 300th anniversary of new jersey in 1964 now digitized for new jerseys 350th anniversary. Newark and the turmoil of the 60s better than any history book. History of burlington city is subject of new book from sj. The organizations listed below provide information about new jersey history and genealogy. Center for government services 3 rutgers plaza new brunswick, nj 08901.
New jersey has a long and distinguished history that dates back far before the american revolution in which the state played a pivotal role. Biographical and genealogical history of the city of newark and essex county, new jersey, new york and chicago. History and legends by william mcmahon, envisioning new jersey. This database provides access to an electronic version of adjutant general william s. Located in the heart of the bustling atlantic corridor and. The 18 books every new jersey resident should read before they. City of bayonne, nj official website history of bayonne. This 152page book takes you on a pictorial stroll with historic images of the icon, showing how it. The history of the new jersey state police from 1921 to the present.
Enjoy the architectural landscape as you view such icons as city hall, the justice william j. An unparalleled history as the nations golden door, jersey city is fittingly nestled in the shadows of the historic ellis island and statue of liberty, and is one of the nations most diverse cities, comprised of over 265,000 residents. The summit level is 915 feet above the atlantic ocean. The important events and heroism of jerseymen in the revolutionary and civil war is thoroughly researched and well writtenan important addition to the library of a history buff. Superfund sites, and industrial cleanup is an important issue in its cities. This is the largest and most important genealogy collection in the world and is worth a visit to explore the many billions of records that can be found there. New jersey online genealogy records familysearch wiki. The long history of heavy industry in new jersey has left the state with the largest inventory of u. The city of newark, new jersey, was founded in 1666 by colonists looking to set up a puritan theocracy. The rich history of burlington city is the subject of a new book recently released through the south jersey culture and history center at stockton university, the. History of hudson and bergen counties in new jersey. Past and present website is a digital project of new jersey city university njcu. Historical information gatherers research the history of your house, your block or. Jersey city still reflects the flavors and influences of the international populations that call the city home.
Local history books on new jersey arcadia publishing. 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. To find links to collections for lower jurisdictions such as a county or town, go to locating online databases, and can be searched free of charge at your local family history center or the family history library in salt lake city, utah. Jersey city is home to the tallest building in the state, 30 hudson street at 781. What are the best books on the history of new jersey. Here is an illustrated view of jersey city, new jersey, presented with the view that history is not. Since 1870, the atlantic city boardwalk has delighted visitors, earning a place as an american landmark. All are welcome to pick up something to read without cost. In addition to books, the new jersey room has a complete collection of all. A center of economic trade, it is sometimes referred to as wall street west. How a 1929 wonder theatre was brought back to life posted on mon, january 8, 2018 by dana schulz in behind the scenes.
One of the original colonies, new jersey was an important battleground during the american revolution. Stories of new jersey new york et al american book co. Additional history of jersey city more history of jersey city. Embracing practically two and a half centuries, 166619, volume 3 lewis historical publishing company, 19 newark n. Jersey city free books jersey city, new jersey facebook.
List of books and articles about new jersey history. The construction of the morris canal and various railroads turned newark into a bustling port city. I have depressingly few books on the history of new jersey, but the ones i do have are pretty good. New jersey flats 1881 from the docks of the central rr of nj to constables point. And if you have old photos that you can share, even better please. In the early years of this century, new jersey was making a limited effort to provide protection for its rural inhabitants. New jersey vital records genealogy familysearch wiki. Popular nj history books meet your next favorite book. Norman schwarzkopf, established the foundation upon which this division stands by. The state has a rich native american heritage and complex colonial history. It is still the second most populated city in new jersey with around 260,000 residents as of 2014.
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