Step into the visual history of Union County through our curated Photo Gallery Archive. Each image captures a moment in time—highlighting the people, places, and events that have shaped our communities. From historic landmarks and civic celebrations to everyday life in decades past, these galleries offer a vivid glimpse into the county’s rich heritage. Whether you’re a local historian, student, or curious resident, we invite you to explore and rediscover Union County’s legacy through the lens of preserved photographs.
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- African American Heritage
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- Civil War & Military History
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- Cranford
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- Events
- Modern Elizabeth & Cultural Evolution (1980–2000s)
- Presentations
- Public Programs
- Revolutionary War & Historic Figures
- UCHS Annual Picnic
- UCHS Luncheons
- UCHS Meetings
- UCHS Student Awards
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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.
Dean Poulsen: Civil War Music Presentation
Dean Poulsen performs Civil War-era music for UCHS, offering an educational and musical journey through American history.
UCHS Annual Luncheon 2014
UCHS honored Lester Sargent during its 2014 Annual Luncheon, celebrating community service and Union County’s living history.
Joe Renna Presents The Peterstown Book
Joe Renna shared The Peterstown Book—a century of Italian-American history in Elizabeth—at a 2014 UCHS event.
Admiral Farragut Reenactment at UCHS 2014
Mr. Bruce Tucker brought Admiral Farragut to life in a compelling 2014 UCHS reenactment.
UCHS Annual Picnic 2014
Members enjoyed food, vintage cars, and trivia at the 2014 UCHS Annual Picnic held at Hanson House.
UCHS Annual Luncheon 2015 & Plaque Dedication
2015 UCHS Luncheon featured a plaque dedication for Sheriff Froehlich and honored Union County’s civic and historical leadership.
UCHS Student Awards 2015
Michael Glaser and Elise Morano were honored at the 2015 UCHS Student Awards for their outstanding academic achievement.
UCHS 2015 Annual Picnic
Classic cookout and antique Model T Fords made the 2015 UCHS Annual Picnic a memorable event at the Hanson House.
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.
Dean Poulsen Presents Music from World War I
Dean Poulsen’s WWI music program, plus guest speaker Rich Rosenthal and a special award to Louise Engstrom.
UCHS Annual Luncheon 2016 & Dr. Boright’s Presentation
Dr. Walter Boright presented on the Union County Bandits during the UCHS 2016 Luncheon, with remarks by Mayor Bollwage.
Marybeth Lapham – Snyder Academy Update (2016)
Marybeth Lapham shares progress on Snyder Academy at First Presbyterian Church, as featured in UCHS Newsletter Issue #130.
UCHS Student Awards 2016
Celebrating student excellence in 2016 with awards presented by UCHS and local officials.
UCHS 2016 Annual Picnic
Grilled food, antique cars, and community highlights from the 2016 UCHS Annual Picnic at Hanson House.
UCHS 2017 Annual Luncheon
Highlights from the 2017 Annual Luncheon, a day of celebration and community at the Union County Historical Society.
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 Student Awards 2017
Four students recognized by UCHS in 2017 for excellence in academics and history.
Singer Manufacturing Program by Dave Rogers
Dave Rogers discusses his time at the Singer Factory in Elizabeth, NJ during the UCHS October 2017 meeting.
Elizabeth Resolutes 1866 Baseball Presentation
Paul Salomone brings the story of the 1866 Elizabeth Resolutes to life in this historical baseball presentation at UCHS.
UCHS 2018 Annual Luncheon
Photos from the 2018 UCHS Annual Luncheon held at the Garden Restaurant, featuring speaker Jonathan Lurie.
2018 Indoor Picnic – UCHS Community Gathering
UCHS 2018 Indoor Picnic brought members together at Hanson House for food, fun, and community—documented in Issue #145.
UCHS Student Awards 2018
Four exceptional students honored at the 2018 Union County Historical Society Awards. See the recipients from Issue #143.
2018 December Holiday Meeting – Holiday Cards & Reflections
The December 2018 UCHS meeting highlighted holiday cards and reflections on seasonal history. Featured in Issue #146.
History Lives at the Elizabeth Public Library – UCHS Presentation
Aimee Fernandez-Puente’s 2019 presentation explored rare archives and preservation efforts at the Elizabeth Public Library.
2019 Annual Picnic
The 2019 Annual Picnic at Nomahegan Park brought UCHS members together for food, stories, and community.
UCHS Student Awards 2019
UCHS honored four students in 2019 for academic excellence and awarded $500 scholarships at the annual Student Awards Ceremony.
Holiday Program – 2019
Holiday Program 2019 with special guests including Mayor Giblin, Joanne Rajoppi, and historian Walter Boright.
UCHS 2020 October Meeting at Liberty Hall
Outdoor October 2020 meeting at Liberty Hall with guest speaker Hanna Gaston sharing the story of ghost Hannah Caldwell.
May 2021 Meeting | UCHS Show & Tell
Photos from UCHS’s May 2021 Show & Tell event where members displayed local historical items.
William “Bill” Frolich Jr. Way Dedication
Photos from the 2021 street dedication ceremony honoring historian William “Bill” Frolich Jr.
UCHS 2022 Annual Luncheon
UCHS resumed its Annual Luncheon in April 2022 with guest speaker Dr. Jonathan Lurie.
UCHS Student Awards 2022
Photo from the 2022 UCHS Student Awards honoring seniors from Rahway, Union County Magnet, and Mother Seton.
Holiday Party 2022 – The Cover Girls
The Cover Girls performed holiday and patriotic songs at UCHS’s 2022 holiday party.
Dr. Walter Boright Presentation
Dr. Walter Boright speaks on Robert Zarinsky at the 2022 UCHS event, joined by Joanne Rajoppi, Mark Wills, and Gerald Marko.
UCHS Student Awards 2023
Photo of the 2023 UCHS Student Award recipients honored for academic and civic excellence.
UCHS 2023 Annual Luncheon
Photos from the 2023 UCHS Annual Luncheon with Dr. Maxine Lurie, Joanne Rajoppi, and Charles Shallcross.
313+ Ancestors Speak Project
Photos from the 313+ Ancestors Speak Monument unveiling in Elizabeth, NJ, as referenced in UCHS Newsletter Issues 172 & 173.
UCHS Trading Cards – Union County Across the Centuries
Gallery of UCHS’s “Union County Across the Centuries” trading cards, as seen in Newsletter Issue #176.
UCHS 2024 Award Luncheon – Guest Speakers & Highlights
Highlights from the 2024 UCHS Award Luncheon with featured speakers and members.
UCHS Student Awards 2024
Celebrating Union County’s 2024 Student Scholarship Award recipients at Hanson House, Cranford.
