NJ Historical Commission Panel New Jersey: A History of The Garden State

The New Jersey Historical Commission, in Partnership with the  Monmouth County Library, is pleased to present a panel featuring the authors of the recent book, New Jersey: A History of the Garden State.

Join some of New Jersey’s leading archaeologists, political, social, and economic historians as they provide new perspectives on how the Garden State evolved. New Jersey: A History of the Garden State presents a fresh, comprehensive overview of New Jersey’s history from the prehistoric era to the present. The book explores New Jersey’s rich Native American heritage, complex colonial history, role in the American Revolution, debates over slavery, role in industrialization and technological advancements, urbanization, social and political tension, and role in immigration. Featured speakers include Maxine Lurie,  Paul Israel, Larry Greene, and Brian Greenberg. 

Program is free and open to all but registration is strongly recommended.  You can register online, over the phone (732-431-7220 Ext 7222) or in-person at the Reference Desk.