Historic Happenings Blog

Saturday, March 28 – Essex County Dressed to Kill: Fashion in the Victorian Era 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.     Learn about the hidden dangers of Victorian fashion and enjoy a Victorian-style reception in the gracious atmosphere of Kingsland Manor.   From arsenic in clothing to blazing crinolines, to lead in cosmetics, throughout history, we have worn deadly clothing and makeup to be at the height of fashion . . . even if it kills us. Textile and fashion historian Dana Bala will discuss some of the most lethal fashion practices in history, focusing on the Victorian and Edwardian periods, when people were literally “Dressed to Kill.”    After the presentation, attendees will enjoy a variety of Victorian tea refreshments at an informal reception.   Join us for a fun Victorian-themed afternoon at Kingsland Manor, March 28 th , 2020 from 1 – 4 pm. The event is limited to the first 25 who register. Tickets are $20.   Reservations for...

12th Annual Ice Cream for History Here’s  the  “Scoop ” The Nutley Museum located at 65 Church Street will be open for FREE tours of its newly renovated collections on Thursday, June 6, 2019 6:30-8:30 PM    After the tour enjoy an ice cream treat courtesy of The Nutley Historical Society Friends & Families Welcome  -   Free Admission

A Walk in the Park Monday, May 27, 2019, at 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM Nutley Historical Society 65 Church St, Nutley, New Jersey 07110 On Memorial Day, Monday, May 27th from 9:30-10:30 am, Museum Director, John Simko will lead a guided walking tour starting from Memorial Park (Mudhole) to the Nutley Museum, stopping along the way at the locations of Nutley's long-gone mills and other historic sites.  For more information or to register, email johnsimko1014@gmail.com or call 973-752-8984 and leave a message with your phone number and email address where you can be reached.  Tour is limited to 40 walkers and registration is required in order to participate.   “A Walk in the Park” is a tour sponsored by the Nutley Historical Society that will be held on Monday, May 27.   The tour, led by Nutley Museum director John Simko, begins at 9:30 a.m. at the Mud Hole (near the intersection of Passaic and Vreeland avenues) and travels along the Third River.   Mr. Simk...

Saturday, May 18 - Essex County 5th ANNUAL BASE BALL CLASSIC at Yanticaw Boys Park Nutley, NJ 07110 Love Baseball? Love history? Watch 1860s Base Ball! The Kingsland Manor Presents The Flemington Neshanock Base Ball Club vs. Kingsland Colonels of Nutley Base Ball Club (pictured) for the 5 th  Annual Base Ball Classic, May 18 th , 2019 at Yanticaw Park, Nutley       The Flemington Neshanock Base Ball Club plays by  19 th -century rules, uses authentic replicas of 19th Century equipment and wears 19th Century uniforms. As was the custom in the mid-19 th  Century, all fielders play barehanded - they do not wear gloves. Today’s Neshanock were re-established in 2001 by Brad “Brooklyn” Shaw, proudly reviving the original name of the team.  The Nutley Colonels was a semi-professional base ball club that was managed by a local All-State baseball star, Anthony J. San Giacomo. The Kingsland Manor is re-establishing that classic base...

Sunday, February 17 – Essex County Quilting and Textiles in the 18th and 19th Centuries Presentation at the Kingsland Manor Open House Tours 1-4 pm     Dana Bala has been quilting for approximately 15 years. She combines her love of history and fabric through researching historic quilts, patterns, techniques and the textile industry, particularly, in the 18th and 19 th  centuries.     A frequent volunteer at Washington Crossing Park, she has also given presentations at other historic sites such as the Abraham Staats House, the Miller-Corey Museum, East Jersey Olde Towne, and the Bouman-Stickney Farmstead. Her other areas of interest/expertise include embroidery, cooking and genealogy.    Admission is by donation to help with our ongoing restoration efforts at this Historic Site. For more information: Phone us at: 973 661-3410 Check our website at:  www.kingslandmanor.org Check for us on Facebook Email u...

Friday, December 14 – Essex County  7 - 10 pm A Candlelight Reading of Charles Dickens ' "A Christmas Carol" at the Kingsland Manor Join Mr. Dickens as he tells his timeless yuletide tale in the home of the Kingsland family, surrounded by holiday decorations, flickering candles and period furnishings. Light refreshments will be served. Recommended for adults and young adults (ages 12+) Tickets are $15.00. A total of 25 tickets will be sold for this event. Reserve and pay online using Eventbrite.com

Saturday-Sunday, December 8-9 – Essex County Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus will host a holiday story time at Kingsland Manor in Nutley. Children will leave with a small token from Santa and everyone will leave with memories for years to come. Don't forget your camera!  Recommended for children up to 10 years old. Admission by reservation. Saturday - 10:00 am (suggested ages 2 -5) Saturday - 12:00 noon (suggested ages 2 -5) Saturday - 2:00 pm (suggested ages 5-10) Sunday - 11:00 am (suggested ages 2-5) Sunday - 1:00 pm (suggested ages 5-10) Space is limited to 30 guests per session. Refreshments for children and adults.  Cost: $15.00 for one parent and child. Additional adults and children, $5 each.  Y ou may reserve and pay online  here . The Kingsland Manor is located at 3 Kingsland Street, Nutley, NJ.   For more information, call  973-661-3410, e- mail  KingslandManorRestorationTrust@gmail.com , or visit  www. kingslandmanor.org .   ...

Saturday - Sunday,  December 1 - 2  - Nutley, Essex County Holiday House Tours at  the Kingsland Manor A 1700s brownstone Dutch colonial steeped in history and decorated as a Victorian Christmas for the holiday season. Come explore the historic Homestead of the Kingsland family and beyond, set within park like grounds overlooking a pond and waterfalls.   The Manor will be open for tours on Saturday and Sunday as a part of the Essex County Historic Holiday House Tour from 12:00 - 4:00 pm each day.  Free Admission; donations gratefully appreciated. Kingsland Manor is located at 3 Kingsland Street, Nutley, NJ.