News of THSSH’s involvement in the Somerset Hills.
The latest activity of THSSH and local groups in supporting history and culture in the Somerset Hills.
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History Happened Here: America 250 in the Somerset Hills
March 8, 2026
Centennial 1876, 38-Star American Flag Unveiled after Restoration Basking Ridge, NJ—It was standing room only at the Brick Academy March 8 to celebrate the return of The Historical Society of the Somerset Hills’ (THSSH) newly restored 38-star flag. “This irreplaceable emblem of our nation’s past, once hung proudly in the Brick Academy Museum until it... Learn more
Caty Greene: Eyewitness to the American Revolution
February 27, 2026
Basking Ridge, NJ — The Brick Academy welcomed an 18th-century guest last night in the person of Caty Greene, wife of General Nathanael Greene and one of the Revolution’s most colorful characters. Brought back to life by historian Carol Simon Levin, Caty told her story from childhood on Block Island to officer’s wife during many... Learn more
Five Generals Tour
February 22, 2026
Heritage Trail Association, Inc., invites you to Discover Revolutionary Somerset County, NJ Middlebrook Five Generals Bus TourSAVE THE DATEDate: To be announced Tour five historically important Somerset County homes, military headquarters during the Revolutionary War, Middlebrook Winter Cantonment 1778-1779 via the comfort of a heated premium coach and VOX audio system with personal head... Learn more
Past News
THSSH Holiday Party 2025
December 8, 2025
On Sunday, December 8, The Historical Society of the Somerset Hills (THSSH) welcomed members to its annual Holiday Party at St. Bernard’s Episcopal Church and Parish House in Bernardsville, NJ, where everyone enjoyed delicious food, festive drinks, and lively holiday cheer. Afterward, guests toured the beautiful historic church and were treated to a joyful performance of... Learn more
Colonial Christmas at the Vanderveer House, Bedminster, NJ
November 28, 2025
Coming this Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, Nov. 28-30, the Township of Bedminster presents Colonial Christmas at the historic Jacobus Vanderveer House at River Road Park, Bedminster. For more information see: https://jvhbedminster.org/... Learn more
Peapack-Gladstone Barn Tour
November 15, 2025
Don’t miss this engaging afternoon of history, storytelling, and local heritage! The tour includes seven historic and iconic barns in our community. A download link to the barn tour map will be available on November 14 on the PG website: http://www.peapackgladstone.org Concluding with a Reception and talk at the historic and opulent 1916 barn at... Learn more
