Bergen250

Directions Website Contact the organization

Bergen250 Contact information, map and directions, contact form, opening hours, services, ratings, photos, videos and announcements from Bergen250, Public & Government Service, One Bergen County Plaza, Hackensack, NJ.

Managed by the Bergen County Division of Cultural & Historic Affairs, the Bergen250 initiative aims to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution through Bergen County’s diverse lens of people, places, and culture.

Join the New Milford Historic Preservation Commission on 10/22 from 7pm-9pm for Lanterns & Legends at the French Burying...
10/16/2026

Join the New Milford Historic Preservation Commission on 10/22 from 7pm-9pm for Lanterns & Legends at the French Burying Ground, a tour of Bergen County's oldest cemetery. Learn about prominent figures from the Revolutionary War as you are guided by atmospheric lantern light this Halloween season.

The French Burying Ground can be found at 19 Patrolman Ray Woods Drive, New Milford. Admission is free. In the event of inclement weather, there is a rain date of 10/29.

For more information, please contact the New Milford Historic Preservation Commission at [email protected].

Join us for a special guided tour of the Ridgewood Historical Society’s (RHS) exhibition 250 Years of Progress: A Celebr...
10/14/2026

Join us for a special guided tour of the Ridgewood Historical Society’s (RHS) exhibition 250 Years of Progress: A Celebration of Our Nation’s Independence and Endurance.

This major exhibition in the Museum at the Schoolhouse traces our nation’s journey over the past 250 years from the Revolution to today—through triumphs, trials, and defining moments that shaped the American experience. Explore historic artifacts, remarkable innovations, and everyday inventions that reveal the nation’s enduring spirit and evolving promise of liberty and equality.

And, many of the artifacts have Bergen County connections, with artifacts from the Ackermans, Bantas, Bogerts, and many more Bergen County families.

Exhibition Curator Anthony Cavo will lead our tour, sharing stories about selected objects on display, identify artifacts related to Bergen County families, and discuss the inspiration behind the exhibition and his choices. Together, we’ll explore 250 years of American innovation and history, with a special focus on the local stories and connections represented in the collection.

RSVP as soon as possible. The guided tour is limited to 20 people!

Please Note:

GSBC members and their guests will receive priority for the 1 pm GSBC tour. (And if you are not yet a member, we hope you’ll consider joining us!)

GSBC Members and Guests = Free.

Non-members, and guests who are not attending with a GSBC member, will be notified if space becomes available for the 1pm tour or have the option to join a later tour that same day. We want to give as many people as possible the opportunity to experience this excellent exhibition with its Curator and will strive to accommodate everyone. Suggested donation = $5 per person.

We hope you can join us!

Questions? Contact Michelle Novak, GSBC VP of Programming, 917-363-1521 | [email protected]

Reminder! Our next installment in our Revolutionary War Roundtable will explore the Baylor Massacre is next Wednesday! P...
10/08/2026

Reminder! Our next installment in our Revolutionary War Roundtable will explore the Baylor Massacre is next Wednesday! Presented by historian and retired River Vale educator, Edmund Moderacki, we will go through what is regarded as the bloodiest engagement to occur in Bergen County during the American Revolution.

Join us at 7:00PM in the Multipurpose Room at One Bergen County Plaza in Hackensack, Wednesday, October 14!

Join the Honorable Gregg A. Padovano and Honorable Menelaos W. Toskos for a fascinating virtual tour through the history...
10/07/2026

Join the Honorable Gregg A. Padovano and Honorable Menelaos W. Toskos for a fascinating virtual tour through the history of the Bergen County Courthouse and intriguing insights into its justice system.

Additionally, the Justices will cover the early history of the Bergen County Courts, including when Oakland (then known as the Ponds / Yawpough) served as the center of Bergen County justice during the American Revolution.

The Bergen County Courthouse built between 1910 and 1912, is an architectural and historical gem. A stunning example of Beaux-Arts architecture, it features imposing Corinthian columns, intricate stonework, and a majestic dome topped. The Courthouse is one of Bergen County’ most recognizable landmarks.

Inside, the courthouse is adorned with historic murals and majestic architectural details depicting justice, law, and civic duty, adding to the Courthouse’s artistic and historical significance.

For over a century, the courthouse has been the center of justice in Bergen County, playing a key role in landmark cases and shaping New Jersey’s legal history. Due to its architectural beauty and cultural importance, it is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, preserving its legacy for future generations.

Don’t miss this opportunity to explore Bergen County’s rich legal history with esteemed members of the judiciary!

Reminder! This Sunday, October 11, join us for the 248th Anniversary of the Baylor Massacre at the site in River Vale. T...
10/06/2026

Reminder! This Sunday, October 11, join us for the 248th Anniversary of the Baylor Massacre at the site in River Vale. The ceremony will be at 1:30 PM and will offer a chance for remembrance, learning, and community, as we honor the lives lost and history that still lives through their stories.

Westwood residents! America250 continues with the Westwood Historic Preservation Commission's narrated tour highlighting...
10/06/2026

Westwood residents! America250 continues with the Westwood Historic Preservation Commission's narrated tour highlighting historic areas and moments throughout the hub of the Pascack Valley.

Tours are on Saturday, October 24 and start at 12:00 PM and 2:00PM, with tickets only costing $15!

Sales limited to Westwood residents only. If tickets remain after Thursday, October 8, sales will open to the general public.

Get your ticket today by following the link: https://buff.ly/6nIoc6I

Our next installment in our Revolutionary War Roundtable will explore the Baylor Massacre, which is regarded as the bloo...
10/01/2026

Our next installment in our Revolutionary War Roundtable will explore the Baylor Massacre, which is regarded as the bloodiest engagement to occur in Bergen County during the American Revolution.

The lecture will be presented by Edmund Moderacki, well-known local historian, reenactor, lecturer, musician and retired educator from the River Vale Public Schools. He has spoken on topics ranging from the Baylor Massacre to Art Music in Colonial America and to the Military and Musical History of The Star-Spangled Banner.

Please join us once again for another productive and insightful evening of exploring Bergen County's revolutionary past.

The Baylor Massacre unfolded on September 28th, 1778, in present‑day River Vale, when Colonel George Baylor’s 3rd Light ...
09/28/2026

The Baylor Massacre unfolded on September 28th, 1778, in present‑day River Vale, when Colonel George Baylor’s 3rd Light Dragoons were caught in a stealth nighttime assault by British General Sir Charles “No Flint” Grey. Both armies were scattered across Bergen County as the British foraged for supplies, and Baylor’s men—quartered in local homes and barns—were tasked with scouting and harassing these forces. Grey, known for silent bayonet attacks, advanced under darkness and quickly overwhelmed the American sentries.
As the surviving dragoons retreated, they hastily buried their dead in nearby tanning vats before fleeing the area. By the end of the attack, at least 69 Americans were killed, wounded, or captured, while the British suffered only one casualty. In 1967, local residents alerted the County about the importance of the site, which was threatened by development. An archaeological dig uncovered the remains of six soldiers, who were discovered in those same abandoned vats near the Hackensack River, later confirmed as victims of the massacre. The site became a Bergen County park in 1972, preserving the memory of the men lost during the surprise raid.
The digitized 1968 report of the history of the site and the archaeological dig can be read on the Bergen250 website here:https://bergen250.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Baylor-Massacre-1968-Publication.pdf

This weekend's concert at the Wortendyke Barn Museum has been cancelled due to inclement weather conditions. This unfort...
09/25/2026

This weekend's concert at the Wortendyke Barn Museum has been cancelled due to inclement weather conditions. This unfortunately will not be rescheduled. We hope to see you at our next concert on Sunday, October 25th, when we have the C***r Barn Band return for their 16th year!

Unfortunately, due to the inclement weather forecast this weekend, our Baylor Massacre Commemoration Ceremony has been P...
09/24/2026

Unfortunately, due to the inclement weather forecast this weekend, our Baylor Massacre Commemoration Ceremony has been POSTPONED to Sunday, October 11, 2026, at 1:30PM at the Baylor Massacre Burial Site in River Vale.

Meet historical reenactors, explore the story of the events of September 1778, and celebrate the enduring legacy of the soldiers who stood for our nation's independence.

This event is hosted and sponsored by Bergen County through the Bergen250 Initiative, a program of the Bergen County Parks System Division of Cultural & Historic Affairs, with support from the Township of River Vale, New Jersey.

Address

One Bergen County Plaza
Hackensack, NJ
07601

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Bergen250 posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Organization

Send a message to Bergen250:

Shortcuts

Share

Category