Preserving Local history
The Union County Historical Society of New Jersey was incorporated by an Act of the 93rd Legislature of the State of New Jersey on April 1, 1869. The objective of this Society is the collection and preservation of all matter of historical relics, books, records, documents, and manuscripts, to stimulate and encourage historical research and the study of history pertaining to the territory originally embraced by Elizabethtown and the present Union County.
The Society exists through the help and generosity of its members. Membership is comprised of citizens who have a common interest in preserving the past. There is no paid staff. The Executive Board and Members perform all Society functions.
In Memoriam
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UCHS Archives
Issue 179 highlights Women’s History Month, the April spring luncheon, membership dues, and Union County’s Historic County Cards series.
Issue 121 spotlights the Hanson House picnic, antique cars, a Farragut reenactment, and a rare 1923 view of Elizabethport’s rail and Singer-era industry.
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From Fort McHenry to Springfield’s “Give ’em Watts” moment, Issue 120 blends national history with Union County memories and landmarks.
From Hillside’s Woodruff House to a 1910 Elizabeth trolley scene, Issue 119 highlights local life, artifacts, and community history in Union County.
The UCHS marks its 145th anniversary with Medal of Honor history, civic leadership, railroad heritage, and the return of spring in Elizabeth.
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Snow cancels a meeting, Peterstown history takes focus, and Ursino Lake’s towering ice house recalls winters in old Elizabeth.
UCHS Photo Gallery
Dean Poulsen: Civil War Music Presentation
Dean Poulsen performs Civil War-era music for UCHS, offering an educational and musical journey through American history.
Elizabeth’s Hospitals: History Presentation by John Mazurkiewicz
Mr. John Mazurkiewicz shares a visual history of Elizabeth’s hospitals in a detailed presentation for UCHS members and guests.
Joanne Hamilton Rajoppi Book Presentation – 2017
Joanne Rajoppi discusses her book Northern Women in the Aftermath of the Civil War at a UCHS event. Featured in Newsletter Issue #136.
UCHS Annual Picnic 2014
Members enjoyed food, vintage cars, and trivia at the 2014 UCHS Annual Picnic held at Hanson House.
Union County Medal of Honor Monument Dedication (2013)
Union County dedicated a granite monument at the courthouse in Elizabeth to honor ten Medal of Honor recipients on October 23, 2013.
UCHS Student Awards 2015
Michael Glaser and Elise Morano were honored at the 2015 UCHS Student Awards for their outstanding academic achievement.
Our longtime friend and Society Treasurer, Bill Frolich, sadly passed away on September 30th 2021. He was 101 years old, a 45-year member of UCHS, and the writer/editor of our Newsletter. Bill and his extraordinary knowledge of Union County history will be greatly missed.