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NJ250 Exhibition from the NJ State Library, in partnership with New Jersey State Archives.

Building Brain Healthy Habits
NJSL Presents Blog, Research Library
Published March 26, 2026 When we think about health, we often focus on our physical health, but fostering a healthy brain can have tremendous effects on our overall health. Thank… Continue reading "Building Brain Healthy Habits: Program Recap"
The Truth About Garden Myths
NJSL Presents Blog, Research Library
Published March 24, 2026 There are so many myths about all things gardening that can have damaging effects on our plants and crops. Thank you to Debbie LaGattuta from the… Continue reading "Truth About Garden Myths: Program Recap"
"Know Your Rights" Part 3 - Disability and Places of Public Accommodations
NJSL Presents Blog, Research Library
Published March 18, 2026 New Jersey’s Law Against Discrimination protects NJ citizens in a variety of settings, including employment, housing and public accommodation. New Jersey is a leading state when… Continue reading "“Know Your Rights” Part 3: Public Accommodations – Program Recap"
A photograph of the New Jersey Genealogy flat files.
Genealogy Blog, NJSL Presents Blog, Research Library
Written by Regina FitzpatrickOriginally Published on March 17, 2021 Happy St. Patrick’s Day and Women’s History Month! Thank you all so much for attending today’s webinar Genealogy Research Stories: Women of New… Continue reading "Webinar: Genealogy Research Stories: Women of New Jersey"
Know Your Rights Part 2 - Housing
NJSL Presents Blog, Research Library
Published February 10, 2026 New Jersey’s Law Against Discrimination protects NJ citizens in a variety of settings, including employment, housing and public accommodation. New Jersey is a leading state when… Continue reading "“Know Your Rights” Part 2: Housing – Program Recap"
Timbuctoo Civil War Memorial
NJSL Presents Blog, Research Library
Written by Andrew Dauphinee Originally Published on June 19, 2019 In honor of Juneteenth, Guy Weston gave us an insightful look into one of New Jersey’s greatest historical treasures: Timbuctoo. … Continue reading "The History of Timbuctoo, NJ: First African American Enclave Program Recap"
VW Indictment C Morgan w Witnesses
NJSL Presents Blog, Research Library
Written by Regina Fitzpatrick Originally Published on July 5, 2023 On June 20th, the State Library presented our annual Juneteenth Celebration Lecture with Kristal Langford and Toni Hendrix of the… Continue reading "New Jersey State Archives Van Wickle Slave Ring Free Digital Collection"
Simple Steps to Successful Networking Opportunities
NJSL Presents Blog, Research Library
Published on February 4, 2026 The old adage “Its not what you know, its who you know” still rings true today so it is important that we pay more attention… Continue reading "Simple Steps to Successful Networking Opportunities: Program Recap"
Culinary herbs
NJSL Presents Blog, Research Library
Published on January 14, 2025 Each type of plant requires its own special care and herbs are no different. Whether you are looking to enhance your culinary experiences, add aroma… Continue reading "Culinary Herbs: Program Recap"
Know Your Rights - Disability and Employment
NJSL Presents Blog, Research Library
New Jersey’s Law Against Discrimination protects NJ citizens in a variety of settings, including employment, housing and public accommodation. Published on January 8, 2026 New Jersey is a leading state… Continue reading "“Know Your Rights” Part 1: Disability and Employment – Program Recap"
As the nation marks 250 years since the Revolution, the NJ State Library unveils “NJ250: Living Documents, Evolving Rights.” A new digital exhibition exploring how New Jersey’s evolving constitutions shaped, and were shaped by, the fight for liberty.
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