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1917: World War, Women's Rights, and Weaponry Sciences Exhibit
Dates: 11:00am - 04:00pm
In recognition of the 100th anniversary of the United States’ entry into World War I, Morris County Historical Society offers a provocative exhibit highlighting The Great War’s impact on Morris County. The new exhibit 1917: World War, Women’s Rights, and Weaponry Sciences, displayed throughout Acorn Hall, will be available from Sunday, February 19 through Sunday, June 25, 2017. Stories of Morris County’s brave men and women during the WWI era will be complimented by authentic WWI uniforms, weaponry and militaria, period clothing, and ephemera.
Focusing on sacrifices of Morris County residents, the exhibit honors the men and women who gave their ...
Contact: 973-267-3465
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WWI Remembrance of Legacy Exhibit
Dates: 10:00am
The Library Company of Burlington will join many other libraries throughout New Jersey, exhibiting various aspects of World War I as the nation commemorates the Centennial of World War I. While exhibit space is somewhat limited at the Library Company, historian Erik L. Burro and Library Director, Sharon Vincz, decided to honor the American Doughboy, in a photo tribute to those who contributed to the ultimate victory “over there”. The images in the series will be derived from the photographic survey Erik Burro had recently completed of the major WWI monuments around the state and within the Delaware Valley. Librarian ...
Contact: Sharon Vincz, 609-386-1273 or Erik Burro, 609-387-3636
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Union County Remembers: World War I Centennial
Dates: 06:30pm - 07:30pm
The Union County, NJ Board of Chosen Freeholders announces the first in a series of programs in remembrance of the Centennial of World War I. The keynote event will be a free lecture by Dr. Mark D. Van Ells, author of the acclaimed book America and World War I: A Traveler’s Guide, on Monday, April 3, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the historic Snyder Academy, 42 Broad Street in midtown Elizabeth.
"Dr. Van Ells offers fascinating insights about the challenges our country faced as we mobilized for war and sent thousands off to fight in foreign lands,” said Freeholder Bette ...
Contact: 908-436-2912
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WWI Remembrance of Legacy Exhibit
Dates: 10:00am
The Library Company of Burlington will join many other libraries throughout New Jersey, exhibiting various aspects of World War I as the nation commemorates the Centennial of World War I. While exhibit space is somewhat limited at the Library Company, historian Erik L. Burro and Library Director, Sharon Vincz, decided to honor the American Doughboy, in a photo tribute to those who contributed to the ultimate victory “over there”. The images in the series will be derived from the photographic survey Erik Burro had recently completed of the major WWI monuments around the state and within the Delaware Valley. Librarian ...
Contact: Sharon Vincz, 609-386-1273 or Erik Burro, 609-387-3636
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Called to Serve: Morristown and Morris Township and World War I
Dates: 09:00am
Morristown and Morris Township Library (1 Miller Rd., Morristown, NJ 07960, 973-538-3473, http://www.jfpl.org) North Jersey History and Genealogy Center presents Called to Serve: Morristown and Morris Township and World War I. The exhibit will be on display from April 5, 2017 through August 14 2017 in the library’s second floor Kirby Gallery.
In honor of the 100th Anniversary of World War I, The North Jersey History and Genealogy Center presents an exhibit from our library’s collections.
On April 6, 1917, the United States formally entered World War I by declaring war on Germany.
German U-Boat attacks against unarmed vessels carrying American citizens and evidence ...
Contact: James Lewis, james.lewis@mainlib.org
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WWI Remembrance of Legacy Exhibit
Dates: 10:00am
The Library Company of Burlington will join many other libraries throughout New Jersey, exhibiting various aspects of World War I as the nation commemorates the Centennial of World War I. While exhibit space is somewhat limited at the Library Company, historian Erik L. Burro and Library Director, Sharon Vincz, decided to honor the American Doughboy, in a photo tribute to those who contributed to the ultimate victory “over there”. The images in the series will be derived from the photographic survey Erik Burro had recently completed of the major WWI monuments around the state and within the Delaware Valley. Librarian ...
Contact: Sharon Vincz, 609-386-1273 or Erik Burro, 609-387-3636
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1917: World War, Women's Rights, and Weaponry Sciences Exhibit
Dates: 11:00am - 04:00pm
In recognition of the 100th anniversary of the United States’ entry into World War I, Morris County Historical Society offers a provocative exhibit highlighting The Great War’s impact on Morris County. The new exhibit 1917: World War, Women’s Rights, and Weaponry Sciences, displayed throughout Acorn Hall, will be available from Sunday, February 19 through Sunday, June 25, 2017. Stories of Morris County’s brave men and women during the WWI era will be complimented by authentic WWI uniforms, weaponry and militaria, period clothing, and ephemera.
Focusing on sacrifices of Morris County residents, the exhibit honors the men and women who gave their ...
Contact: 973-267-3465
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Called to Serve: Morristown and Morris Township and World War I
Dates: 09:00am
Morristown and Morris Township Library (1 Miller Rd., Morristown, NJ 07960, 973-538-3473, http://www.jfpl.org) North Jersey History and Genealogy Center presents Called to Serve: Morristown and Morris Township and World War I. The exhibit will be on display from April 5, 2017 through August 14 2017 in the library’s second floor Kirby Gallery.
In honor of the 100th Anniversary of World War I, The North Jersey History and Genealogy Center presents an exhibit from our library’s collections.
On April 6, 1917, the United States formally entered World War I by declaring war on Germany.
German U-Boat attacks against unarmed vessels carrying American citizens and evidence ...
Contact: James Lewis, james.lewis@mainlib.org
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WWI Remembrance of Legacy Exhibit
Dates: 10:00am
The Library Company of Burlington will join many other libraries throughout New Jersey, exhibiting various aspects of World War I as the nation commemorates the Centennial of World War I. While exhibit space is somewhat limited at the Library Company, historian Erik L. Burro and Library Director, Sharon Vincz, decided to honor the American Doughboy, in a photo tribute to those who contributed to the ultimate victory “over there”. The images in the series will be derived from the photographic survey Erik Burro had recently completed of the major WWI monuments around the state and within the Delaware Valley. Librarian ...
Contact: Sharon Vincz, 609-386-1273 or Erik Burro, 609-387-3636
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1917: World War, Women's Rights, and Weaponry Sciences Exhibit
Dates: 11:00am - 04:00pm
In recognition of the 100th anniversary of the United States’ entry into World War I, Morris County Historical Society offers a provocative exhibit highlighting The Great War’s impact on Morris County. The new exhibit 1917: World War, Women’s Rights, and Weaponry Sciences, displayed throughout Acorn Hall, will be available from Sunday, February 19 through Sunday, June 25, 2017. Stories of Morris County’s brave men and women during the WWI era will be complimented by authentic WWI uniforms, weaponry and militaria, period clothing, and ephemera.
Focusing on sacrifices of Morris County residents, the exhibit honors the men and women who gave their ...
Contact: 973-267-3465
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A Declaration of War: Commemorating the United States Entry into WWI
Dates: 12:00pm
DESCRIPTION: The first of a series of Centenary Programs, the commemoration blends first person accounts, newspaper readings from the local press, historical interpretation of the conflict, reenactors, and period music to give the audience a better context for the war. The program will take place at the court house where the draft registration board met and the first conscripts marched off to the Great War. Limited bus funding is available for Ocean County schools to send students on a first come, first serve basis.
Contact: Nicholas Wood: 732.929.4779 (NWood@co.ocean.nj.us)
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Official State of New Jersey World War I Commemoration
Dates: 12:00pm
Advance screening of an excerpt from the upcoming PBS documentary, 'The Great War' to follow Thursday, April 6, 2017 at 12 noon.
April 6, 2017 marks the 100th anniversary of the U.S. entry into World War I. Ceremonies will be held that day around the United States to commemorate this landmark occasion.
New Jersey’s people and businesses played a vital role in this great international conflict. At noon on April 6th, you are invited to join Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno and leadership of the Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst and the NJ Dept. of Military and Veterans Affairs at the beautiful Trenton War ...
Contact: Sara Cureton (Sara.Cureton@sos.nj.gov)
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Over Here: Newark Mobilizes for World War I
Dates: 06:00pm
At the Newark History Society’s next program, George Robb will discuss Newark’s extensive mobilization for World War I. While World War I raged “over there” in Europe, countless Americans “over here” worked for victory, including in Newark.
Dr. Robb’s illustrated presentation, “Over Here: Newark Mobilizes for World War I,” will take place on Thursday, April 6 at 6:00pm in Centennial Hall at the Newark Public Library, 5 Washington Street. A widely published historian and Newark resident, Dr. Robb is professor of history at William Paterson University.
He has also prepared an outstanding exhibit on this topic, with historic photographs, sheet music, pamphlets, posters, and other materials from ...
Contact: Tim Crist, 973-376-8273
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Called to Serve: Morristown and Morris Township and World War I
Dates: 09:00am
Morristown and Morris Township Library (1 Miller Rd., Morristown, NJ 07960, 973-538-3473, http://www.jfpl.org) North Jersey History and Genealogy Center presents Called to Serve: Morristown and Morris Township and World War I. The exhibit will be on display from April 5, 2017 through August 14 2017 in the library’s second floor Kirby Gallery.
In honor of the 100th Anniversary of World War I, The North Jersey History and Genealogy Center presents an exhibit from our library’s collections.
On April 6, 1917, the United States formally entered World War I by declaring war on Germany.
German U-Boat attacks against unarmed vessels carrying American citizens and evidence ...
Contact: James Lewis, james.lewis@mainlib.org
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Over Here: Newark Mobilizes for World War I Exhibit
Dates: 09:00am - 05:00pm
“Over Here: Newark Mobilizes for World War I” is an exhibit prepared by Dr. George Robb and will be at the Newark Public Library, 5 Washington Street. Dr. Robb is a widely published historian and Newark resident, and also a professor of history at William Paterson University.
This outstanding WWI exhibit, will contain historic photographs, sheet music, pamphlets, posters, and other materials from the Library’s and his personal collections. It’s well worth seeing! It will be available for viewing in the Main Library’s third floor gallery from April 6 throughout the rest of the year.
For more information contact The Newark Historical Society at NewarkHistorySociety@verizon.net or by calling 973.376.8273.
Contact: Thomas Ankner, 973-733-7775
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Brothers in Arms: Memories of the Great War
Dates: 10:00am - 03:00pm
Liberty Hall Museum will be commemorating the 100th anniversary of the United States entering with World War I with an exhibit entitled, “Brothers in Arms: Memories of the Great War”, in which the museum will look at the service of Captain John Kean, his brother Congressman, Robert W. Kean, as well as their three Roosevelt cousins, George, John and Philip. The exhibit, using firsthand accounts from their letters and postcards sent home, as well as, photographs and personal objects, will allow visitors to walk in their footsteps as they were sent off to basic training in 1917 to fighting overseas ...
Contact: libertyhall@kean.edu
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WWI Remembrance of Legacy Exhibit
Dates: 10:00am
The Library Company of Burlington will join many other libraries throughout New Jersey, exhibiting various aspects of World War I as the nation commemorates the Centennial of World War I. While exhibit space is somewhat limited at the Library Company, historian Erik L. Burro and Library Director, Sharon Vincz, decided to honor the American Doughboy, in a photo tribute to those who contributed to the ultimate victory “over there”. The images in the series will be derived from the photographic survey Erik Burro had recently completed of the major WWI monuments around the state and within the Delaware Valley. Librarian ...
Contact: Sharon Vincz, 609-386-1273 or Erik Burro, 609-387-3636
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Called to Serve: Morristown and Morris Township and World War I
Dates: 09:00am
Morristown and Morris Township Library (1 Miller Rd., Morristown, NJ 07960, 973-538-3473, http://www.jfpl.org) North Jersey History and Genealogy Center presents Called to Serve: Morristown and Morris Township and World War I. The exhibit will be on display from April 5, 2017 through August 14 2017 in the library’s second floor Kirby Gallery.
In honor of the 100th Anniversary of World War I, The North Jersey History and Genealogy Center presents an exhibit from our library’s collections.
On April 6, 1917, the United States formally entered World War I by declaring war on Germany.
German U-Boat attacks against unarmed vessels carrying American citizens and evidence ...
Contact: James Lewis, james.lewis@mainlib.org
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Over Here: Newark Mobilizes for World War I Exhibit
Dates: 09:00am - 05:00pm
“Over Here: Newark Mobilizes for World War I” is an exhibit prepared by Dr. George Robb and will be at the Newark Public Library, 5 Washington Street. Dr. Robb is a widely published historian and Newark resident, and also a professor of history at William Paterson University.
This outstanding WWI exhibit, will contain historic photographs, sheet music, pamphlets, posters, and other materials from the Library’s and his personal collections. It’s well worth seeing! It will be available for viewing in the Main Library’s third floor gallery from April 6 throughout the rest of the year.
For more information contact The Newark Historical Society at NewarkHistorySociety@verizon.net or by calling 973.376.8273.
Contact: Thomas Ankner, 973-733-7775
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Brothers in Arms: Memories of the Great War
Dates: 10:00am - 03:00pm
Liberty Hall Museum will be commemorating the 100th anniversary of the United States entering with World War I with an exhibit entitled, “Brothers in Arms: Memories of the Great War”, in which the museum will look at the service of Captain John Kean, his brother Congressman, Robert W. Kean, as well as their three Roosevelt cousins, George, John and Philip. The exhibit, using firsthand accounts from their letters and postcards sent home, as well as, photographs and personal objects, will allow visitors to walk in their footsteps as they were sent off to basic training in 1917 to fighting overseas ...
Contact: libertyhall@kean.edu
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WWI Remembrance of Legacy Exhibit
Dates: 10:00am
The Library Company of Burlington will join many other libraries throughout New Jersey, exhibiting various aspects of World War I as the nation commemorates the Centennial of World War I. While exhibit space is somewhat limited at the Library Company, historian Erik L. Burro and Library Director, Sharon Vincz, decided to honor the American Doughboy, in a photo tribute to those who contributed to the ultimate victory “over there”. The images in the series will be derived from the photographic survey Erik Burro had recently completed of the major WWI monuments around the state and within the Delaware Valley. Librarian ...
Contact: Sharon Vincz, 609-386-1273 or Erik Burro, 609-387-3636
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New Brunswick and World War I Walking Tour
Dates: 11:00am - 12:00pm
Elmwood Cemetery to host New Brunswick and World War I Walking Tour, a World War I Centennial Commemoration Event
The United States entered World War I in April,1917 when President Woodrow Wilson requested Congress to declare war on Germany. On April 6, 1917, Congress declared war on Germany and the US officially entered the Great War, later to be known as World War I. Men joined the armed forces, women entered nursing to serve the military and citizens and industry worked together, united as a community, to support the war effort.
On Saturday, April 8, 2017 Elmwood Cemetery will host a walking ...
Contact: Ellie Molloy, emolloy@theelmwoodcemetery.com
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MIlitary Heritage Day
Dates: 12:00pm - 04:00pm
A special event in conjunction with our Over Here: The New Jersey Home Front WWI centennial exhibition opening on April 6th. Join us as we honor the centennial anniversary of the United States’ entry into the Great War as well as honor the American veterans of all wars. Reenactors, artifacts, vehicles and more ranging from the Civil War through WWII will be on display for visitors. A memorial service will also be part of the day’s program. Free to all active military, veterans and their families. Includes children’s and family activities too!
Contact: Phone: 908-735-4101
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