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
Vintage Christmas cards, UCHS meetings, and a rare 1670 map of New Jersey featured in the January–February 2019 newsletter.
Holiday memories, winter sports, ghost stories, and the era of the Model T come together in this nostalgic Union County newsletter.
A collection of “Did You Know?” moments from Union County history, exploring Elizabeth’s waterfront, transit, industry, and everyday memories.
A look at Union County’s early roads, town names, historic mills, and classic railroad service during a quiet summer for UCHS.
Woman Suffrage at Hanson House, student awards, and Ursino Lake memories—Issue 154 of the UCHS Newsletter.
Issue 163 covers a Holiday Open House at Hanson House, Board appointment news, Bill Frolich Way dedication, and vintage laundry & shopping routines.
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.