NJ History/News

April 28 ‘Tea With America’s First Ladies’ to Feature Strange Stories and Shocking Trivia from Inside the White House

The Kenilworth Historical Society’s Sat., April 28 ‘Tea With America’s First Ladies’ will feature Cormac O’Brien, author of “Secret Lives of the First Ladies: Strange Stories and Shocking Trivia from Inside the White House,” who will present an enlightening, entertaining program highlighting many of America’s extraordinary first ladies (from 1789 to date) and relating their unique and oftentimes private ways…read more →

5 Feb, 2018
Trips to Mohegan Sun Casino (Conn.) and National Christmas Center, Shady Maple Smorgasbord, Kitchen Kettle Village (Pa.)

Trips to Mohegan Sun Casino (Conn.) and National Christmas Center, Shady Maple Smorgasbord, Kitchen Kettle Village (Pa.)

Bus trips are planned to Mohegan Sun Casino (Uncasville, Conn.) on Sat., October 28, and to the National Christmas Center, Shady Maple Smorgasbord and Kitchen Kettle Village (Lancaster County, Pa.) on Sat., December 2 to benefit the Nitschke House.  Both trips are being hosted by the Kenilworth Historical Society. The October 28 trip to Mohegan Sun will depart Kenilworth (St. Theresa’s School…read more →

25 Jul, 2017

Kenilworth Communitywide Garage Sale to be Held Oct. 7-8, 2017

A Communitywide Garage Sale will be held in Kenilworth on Saturday, October 7, and Sunday, October 8. This major annual event, sponsored by the Kenilworth Historical Society, will take place, rain or shine, between the hours of 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. each day. Nearly 200 residences usually participate. Residents who register and pay a $12 fee to hold garage…read more →

25 Jul, 2017
Festive Oktoberfest Celebration on Sunday, Oct. 29, to Feature German Band, Dancing and Feast

Festive Oktoberfest Celebration on Sunday, Oct. 29, to Feature German Band, Dancing and Feast

A festive Oktoberfest celebration featuring live German music, folk dancing and a delicious feast, will be hosted by the Kenilworth Historical Society on Sunday, Oct. 29, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Kenilworth Veterans Center (33 South 21st Street). The fun-filled event will feature a dance performance by Bayern Verein Newark , a long-established club dedicated to the…read more →

24 Jul, 2017
Dinner-Show Featuring The British Invasion Years Band to Benefit Nitschke House

Dinner-Show Featuring The British Invasion Years Band to Benefit Nitschke House

On Fri., Sept. 22, a dinner and show featuring The British Invasion Years band will be presented by the Kenilworth Historical Society from 6 p.m.-11 p.m. at the Kenilworth Veterans Center (33 S. 21 Street). The exciting, fun-filled evening will include a live performance of favorite music from the British Invasion musical movement of the 1960s followed by popular songs that…read more →

23 Jul, 2017

A Unique Epicurean Experience at the Nitschke House — Mead Tasting With Award-Winning Mead Maker Sergio Moutela (Melovino Honey Meadery)

Friday, November 3, 2017 (7-9 p.m.) — Meet notable award-winning mead maker Sergio Moutela, owner of Melovino Honey Meadery, who will present a unique epicurean experience at the historic Oswald J. Nitschke House (49 S. 21 Street, Kenilworth). Enjoy tasting a distinct selection of masterfully created Melovino Meads, paired with accompaniments, while learning about the fascinating process that led to…read more →

23 Jul, 2017

Historian Dr. Walter E. Boright Will Present a ‘Historic View of Kenilworth From the Skies’ in Tribute to WWII Vet Ray Scheuerer

On Thurs., Nov. 16, historian and author Dr. Walter E. Boright will present and discuss various aerial photos of Kenilworth that were taken by the late World War II veteran, photographer and lifelong Kenilworth resident Ray Scheuerer in the 1940s. Program will be held at the Oswald J. Nitschke House (49 S. 21 Street, Kenilworth) starting at 7 p.m. Admission is free.

22 Jul, 2017
Evening of Country-Western Music, Line Dancing and Fun Slated for Sept. 10

Evening of Country-Western Music, Line Dancing and Fun Slated for Sept. 10

“Kickin’ It Up for the Nitschke House,” an evening of country-western music, line dancing and fun will be presented by the Kenilworth Historical Society on Sunday, Sept. 10, from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m., at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 191 Market Street, Kenilworth, N.J.  Complimentary dance lessons will be given by Dave Ackerman, who was formerly affiliated with the…read more →

22 Jul, 2017
August Painting Nights With Resident Artist Patricia Hubinger at Nitschke House

August Painting Nights With Resident Artist Patricia Hubinger at Nitschke House

‘Painting Nights’ with resident artist Patricia Hubinger will be held in August at the Oswald J. Nitschke House cultural arts center (49 S. 21 Street, Kenilworth).  Exact dates of the sessions will be announced.  The enlightening, enjoyable two-hour painting sessions (6:30 – 8:30 p.m.) will give participants of all ages, backgrounds and abilities an opportunity to create unique paintings under the guidance of…read more →

1 Jul, 2017
Girls’ Tea and Program at Nitschke House — “Tea at Benedict Farm” — Coming Soon

Girls’ Tea and Program at Nitschke House — “Tea at Benedict Farm” — Coming Soon

Sometime this spring/summer, the Kenilworth Historical Society will present “tea-i, tea-i o”… “Tea at Benedict Farm,” a delightful girls’ Tea and program to be held inside the historic Oswald J. Nitschke House (c. 1880), 49 South 21st Street in Kenilworth, N.J. The enlightening, entertaining event, which is being held in honor of Women’s History Month, is geared toward 6- to…read more →

25 May, 2017