New Jersey Historical Society

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New Jersey Historical Society

ORGANIZATION

"The New Jersey Historical Society is a state-wide, private, non profit historical museum, library, and archives dedicated to collecting, preserving, and interpreting the rich and intricate political, social, cultural and economic history of New Jersey to the broadest possible audiences. Founded in 1845, we are the oldest cultural institution in the state. Through exhibitions, publications, and programming, we examine who and what we are, what it means to live and work in New Jersey, what contributes to New Jersey's distinct identity, and what are the unique contributions New Jerseyans make to the region and the country."

Official Website:
http://www.jerseyhistory.org/

Location:
Newark, NJ

Founding Date:
27-Feb-1845

Name Occupation Birth Death Known for

Richard L. McCormick Educator 26-Dec-1947 President, Rutgers University

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