Your Connection to the Past
Upcoming events
Stay connected with the Somerset County Historical Society through engaging programs, lectures, and special events held throughout the year. Check back often to see what’s coming up next.
Van Veghten House
The Van Veghten House is a 300-year-old Dutch "Flemish bond pattern" brick home and treasured Somerset County landmark. Preserved by the Somerset County Historical Society, it reflects colonial life and Revolutionary War history.
Howe Farmstead Project
The Howe Homestead is a historic farmstead that preserves Somerset County’s agricultural heritage. Maintained by the Somerset County Historical Society, the property offers a glimpse into rural life and the traditions that shaped the region.
Weston Mill Project
The Weston Mill Project highlights the site of a once-vital mill complex that helped shape Somerset County’s early industry and community life. Led by the Somerset County Historical Society, the effort seeks to document, preserve, and recognize the site’s historical significance.
Docent-Led Museum Tours
Docent-led tours of our newly designed Revolutionary War museum bring the exhibits to life through expert storytelling, context, and personal interaction. Visitors gain deeper insight, ask questions, and connect more meaningfully with the people and events that shaped our nation.
Research and Genealogy
Our expert researchers illuminate Somerset County’s history. With access to a rich collection of reference books and local records, they provide detailed insights into the people, families, and events that shaped the region.
Collections
Our collections span centuries of Somerset County history, including archives, documents, and records that trace the stories of local families.
Membership
Your support helps us maintain our 300-year-old properties, care for priceless artifacts, and keep local history accessible for future generations.
Mission
Founded in 1882, the Somerset County Historical Society is dedicated to finding, saving, and sharing the history of Somerset County, New Jersey
