October is here and everyone is looking for inspiration for their Halloween costume. We think there’s no better place to look for inspiration than our great Garden State. We took…
Every state has some type of folklore, mystery, or creature whose stories have been told for generations. Here in New Jersey, we have quite a few, but none are as…
For anyone who has ever dreamt of going inside a painting, visiting Giverny without traveling to France, or seeing the incredible blending of art and nature — we have just…
From the dawn of the American Revolution to the Industrial Revolution to today, Essex County has been the starting point and arena for innovators, influential figures, monumental events, and more.…
Essex County has a rich and detailed history spanning back centuries. Newark, the earliest European settlement of the county, dates back to the mid 17th century. With the arrival of…
A beautiful waterfront and a lineup of delicious seafood restaurants are some of the highlights of Perth Amboy — a Central Jersey town that’s full of culture. What many may…
Chester County, Pennsylvania, is well known for its lush farms and old-world charms. But with roots in Montclair, a family finds wondrous new beginnings in a scene fit for the…
Just 800 yards from Lower Manhattan — and not too far from Essex County — Governors Island is full of fun things to do and makes for an incredible day…
There’s an old stone house that sits on Valley Road in Clifton, located at 971 Valley Road. If you blink while driving down the road, you could miss it. The…
As one of the 13 original colonies, New Jersey is a state with a rich history because it is one of the oldest provinces. While there’s plenty of interesting history…
New Jersey is well known for its beaches and the Jersey Shore — but what many may not know is that New Jersey also has a rich mermaid history. Whether…
Juneteenth, also known as Emancipation Day or Freedom Day, is a holiday celebrated on June 19th and commemorates the date slaves were officially freed. On June 3rd, 2021, Montclair Mayor…
