Historical Society of Princeton

A museum and library dedicated to collecting, preserving and interpreting Princeton area history through exhibitions, educational programs and publications.

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@LastWeekTonight @LastWeekTonight Given John Oliver's feelings about the original movie, thought you should know about the current crowdfunding effort to get Air Bud 2 made: https://t.co/yUsU0kUnG4

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🎉Happy New Year from all of us at the Historical Society of Princeton! As we step into 2025, we’re excited for all the programs, exhibitions, and events ahead – and can’t wait for you to be part of them.

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As 2024 comes to a close, we’re filled with gratitude for our incredible community. Whether you joined us for a program or visited our museum, you’ve helped the Historical Society of Princeton thrive. Donate today and help us continue our mission. https://t.co/pvg4Olqtgp

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Princeton’s Revolutionary moment is almost here! The Battle of Princeton on 1/3/1777 was a turning point for George Washington’s army. Celebrate this anniversary on Sunday, 1/3 with a battle reenactment and/or a guided walking tour of downtown Princeton and the University!

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#HappyHanukkah: Today marks the third night of the Festival of Lights, celebrating the miraculous victory of the Maccabees over oppression and the rededication of the Holy Temple of Jerusalem. 🕎

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Kwanzaa is a 7-day celebration of Pan-African and African American culture, heritage, and the principles that build stronger families and communities. Celebrate on 12/28 at 11 am at the 6th Annual Kwanzaa 365 at the Trenton War Memorial.❤️💚🖤

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The @PalmerSquare Christmas tree has been a tradition for about 85 years. Pictured (from our Princeton Packet Collection) are Tony Marchetta and his 4-year-old son, Louis, in front of the Palmer Square tree on November 28, 1995. #MerryChristmas

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Recognize this building? Nice to see Princeton's Lower Pyne (built in 1897 and the current site of @HamiltonJeweler) represented in the @PeddlersVillage Gingerbread Competition! More than 100 entries are on display through 1/19 at the Visitor & Event Center; admission is free.

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Manifesting snow on the #WinterSolstice with this throwback to last year at Updike Farmstead. Are you hoping for snow this winter?❄️

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Want to squeeze in a trip to our museum before the new year? Visit us tomorrow through Saturday (12/19-12/21) before we are closed for the holidays! (P.S., our holiday shop sale ends this weekend, so stop by for last-minute gifts.)🎁

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History looks better with you in it! Your support brings our walking tours, exhibitions, lectures, and events to life. Make a difference today: https://t.co/pvg4Olr15X

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We are thrilled to be participating in Morven’s 2024 Festival of Trees! For this year’s theme, “Traditions and Celebration,” our mantlepiece is decorated with archival images and oral history quotes celebrating the tradition of ice skating in Princeton.❄️⛸️

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#BillofRightsDay: NJ was the first state to ratify the Bill of Rights, which guarantees the fundamental rights and freedoms of all American Citizens. Of the 12 articles proposed, NJ approved 11. However, the rejected article was passed in 1992 as the 27th Amendment.

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Find light on the darkest day of the year! ❄ ️ Celebrate the winter solstice on 12/21 at 2:00 PM with our History @ Nature Hike through scenic Institute Woods. Hear stories of the land’s origins and its ties to several IAS scholars. Spots are limited: https://t.co/7wb2ZmlCZG

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TONIGHT! Join author Michael Gabriele at @PrincetonPL at 7:00 PM for a talk about the vital role of NJ's colonial taverns – including Princeton’s own Hudibras Tavern – during the American Revolution. Register here: https://t.co/yJ32ih4rr0

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#NobelPrizeDay: Congratulations to @Princeton professor John Hopfield, who was awarded the 2024 Nobel Prize in Physics “for foundational discoveries and inventions that enable machine learning with artificial neural networks.”

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Today marks the anniversary of 1941 Pearl Harbor attack. Princeton responded swiftly – just 2 days later, residents formed an Air Raid unit to bolster the home front defense. Pictured is the Civil Defense gear of Princeton local W.J.B. Stokes, an Air Raid Warden and Firewatcher.

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Join author Michael Gabriele at @PrincetonPL on 12/11 at 7:00 PM for a talk about the vital role of NJ's colonial taverns – including Princeton’s own Hudibras Tavern – during the American Revolution. Register here: https://t.co/yJ32ih4rr0

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This #GivingTuesday, join a global movement of generosity. Donate to HSP’s Annual Fund and help keep history alive! Your gift supports walking tours, exhibitions, lectures, & community events that connect the stories of our past to the present & future.✨https://t.co/0PJ6rI4H6Z

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Make this December historic!📚Attend one of our Sunday walking tours, join the author of “Colonial Taverns of NJ” for a talk at @PrincetonPL, or take a guided History and Nature hike of Institute Woods. Be sure to visit our museum at Updike Farmstead and shop our holiday sale!