March 21, 2017 “Soup’s On” Soup Tasting Event to Feature Favorite Soups from Local Restaurants

  Participants in the Kenilworth Historical Society’s Soup’s On soup-tasting event on Tues., March 21, 2017,  will have an opportunity to taste a variety of favorite soups from local restaurants and others, including Boulevard Five72, Cafe Liberty, Elaine’s Souper Soups, Kenilworth Diner, Lenny & John’s Subs, Michigan Deli, Mike’s Place, The Blackthorn, Umberto’s Restaurant and Westfield Diner. Assorted breads and…read more →

4 Mar, 2017
Feb. 19, 2017 African Tea Ceremony to be Presented at Nitschke House in Honor of Black History Month

Feb. 19, 2017 African Tea Ceremony to be Presented at Nitschke House in Honor of Black History Month

The Kenilworth Historical Society will host an African Tea Ceremony on Sunday, February 19, 2017, in celebration of Black History Month. The ceremony, to be presented by certified tea specialist and tea educator Darlene Meyers-Perry, will take place at the historic Oswald J. Nitschke House (49 South 21 Street, Kenilworth) at 1:30 p.m. Admission is $10 for adults and $5…read more →

2 Feb, 2017
Painting Nights With Resident Artist Patricia Hubinger to Benefit Nitschke House

Painting Nights With Resident Artist Patricia Hubinger to Benefit Nitschke House

The Kenilworth Historical Society has launched a series of “Painting Nights” with resident artist Patricia Hubinger to benefit the historic Oswald J. Nitschke House “living history” museum and cultural arts center. The enlightening, enjoyable, two-hour painting sessions, held in the Nitschke House cultural arts center (49 South 21 Street, Kenilworth), give participants of all ages, backgrounds and abilities an opportunity…read more →

5 Jan, 2017

Back by Popular Demand — ‘Soup’s On’ Soup-Tasting Event in Kenilworth to Benefit Nitschke House Museum Project

KENILWORTH, N.J., Jan. 29, 2015 — The Kenilworth Historical Society will host a soup-tasting event on Tues., March 3, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., in the cafeteria of David Brearley Middle and High School, 401 Monroe Avenue., Kenilworth, N.J. This popular event — “Soup’s On” – will give participants the opportunity to taste a variety of favorite homemade soups,…read more →

29 Jan, 2015
Kenilworth Black History Month Program at The Oswald J. Nitschke House To Celebrate African-American Literature, Music and Art

Kenilworth Black History Month Program at The Oswald J. Nitschke House To Celebrate African-American Literature, Music and Art

KENILWORTH, N.J., Jan. 29, 2015 — A selection of inspiring African-American readings, music and art will highlight the Kenilworth Historical Society’s Black History Month Celebration on Sunday, February 22. The general public is invited to attend the event, which will take place at the newly restored Oswald J. Nitschke House “living history” museum and cultural arts center, 49 South 21…read more →

29 Jan, 2015
Trip to Mohegan Sun to Benefit Kenilworth’s Nitschke House

Trip to Mohegan Sun to Benefit Kenilworth’s Nitschke House

KENILWORTH, N.J., Jan. 29, 2015 — The Kenilworth Historical Society will host a bus trip to Mohegan Sun Casino (Uncasville, Conn.) on Sat., February 21. The trip will depart Kenilworth (St. Theresa’s School parking lot) at 8 a.m. and return to Kenilworth at approximately 9 p.m. Cost of $52 includes motor coach transportation, an approximate six-hour visit to the casino,…read more →

20 Jan, 2015
ROCKIN’ BBQ WITH “THE KING” – Photos

ROCKIN’ BBQ WITH “THE KING” – Photos

Jan. 12, 2015 — ROCKIN’ BBQ WITH “THE KING” – “Elvis” (aka Elvis Tribute Artist Jim Barone) took time out from his January 10th performance at the Kenilworth Veterans Center for a photo shoot with members of the Kenilworth Historical Society’s fundraising committee and two young Elvis fans. The event, which also featured a BBQ-style dinner, was held to help…read more →

13 Jan, 2015
“Elvis” Is Coming to Kenilworth: Rockin’ BBQ With “The King” to Benefit Historic Nitschke House

“Elvis” Is Coming to Kenilworth: Rockin’ BBQ With “The King” to Benefit Historic Nitschke House

On Sat., January 10, 2015, the Kenilworth Historical Society will present a Rockin’ BBQ With “The King,” a fun-filled evening of great live “Elvis” music and a barbecue-style dinner, at the Kenilworth Veterans Center (33 South 21st Street) from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. Click here to Download Flyer The event will feature award-winning “Elvis” tribute artist/singer-entertainer Jim Barone, who…read more →

15 Dec, 2014
Dine at The Blackthorn Irish Restaurant and Pub Nov 9 -15

Dine at The Blackthorn Irish Restaurant and Pub Nov 9 -15

The Kenilworth Historical Society Inc. invites you to dine at The Blackthorn Irish Restaurant and Pub anytime during the period Nov. 9 – Nov. 15, 2014 PLEASE PRESENT THIS FLIER UPON ARRIVAL Click to Download and the Blackthorn will generously donate 10% of the price of your meal to the Kenilworth Historical Society for the benefit of the Oswald J….read more →

11 Nov, 2014