The Lenape: Native Americans, New Jersey, and American History
Led by Seton Hall University history professor, Dr. Sean P. Harvey, the speaking event explores the rich history of the Lenape people who resided in New Jersey during the time of European colonization, and is also part of Union County’s year-long series of events in celebration of the 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution.
The presentation will be held in the Auditorium of the Trailside Nature and Science Center, located at 452 New Providence Road in Mountainside.
“Engaging in history seminars, such as our Lenape speaking event, allows us to gain valuable insights into our ancestors and what their day-to-day experience was. This exploration fosters a deeper appreciation for the rights and freedoms we enjoy alongside our fellow Americans today,” said Union County Commissioner Chairman Joseph C. Bodek. “Join us in learning together about the rich history of our land as we continue celebrating our 250th anniversary all throughout the year. I hope to see you all there.”
Presenter Dr. Sean P. Harvey teaches courses on Colonial America, Revolutionary America, Democracy, Slavery, and Manifest Destiny, as well as Native American History before Removal.
He also conducts surveys of American history and departmental seminars. He is the author of Native Tongues: Colonialism and Race from Encounter to the Reservation and serves on the Editorial Board of Commonplace: The Journal of Early American Life.
Additionally, he is a member of the Advisory Council at the McNeil Center for Early American Studies and the Revolution NJ Scholarly and Public Programs Working Group, and co-edited Reviews for Journal of the Early Republic from 2014 to 2017.