The County of Union celebrates the American Revolution 250th Anniversary Upcoming County Events Union County kicks off the 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution with a Spotlight on Lenape History The Union County Board of County Commissioners, through the Office of Cultural and Heritage Affairs, is excited to announce its first event of the new…
Search: “American Revolution 250”
We found 88 results for your search.
Submit Events Complete this form to submit an event being held in Union County that relates to the United States Semiquincentennial, commemorating and leading up to the 250 anniversary of the U.S. Declaration of Independence on July 4, 2026. Events may pertain to history before, during, or after 1776. Click here to request access to…
Learn about local history. There are more than 30 sites to visit! Contact the individual sites for hours. Most sites offer collectible Union County history trading cards. All sites offer the Union County Passport — pick one up to have stamped at each site you visit. ⭐This symbol designates a site within the National Park…
Content is from the Union Township Historical Society When the Continental Congress issued a Call to Arms for the Thirteen Colonies, Rev. James Caldwell, Parson of the Elizabethtown, NJ Presbyterian Church, agreed to serve as Chaplain to the 3rd NJ Regiment, commanded by Col. Elias Dayton. Caldwell, with the support of his wife, Hannah, spoke out…
Explore Local History with Union County Trading Cards Union County offers more than 80 commemorative history trading cards, which are free. Each card features a notable person, place, event or other development from 400+ years of Union County history. Collecting the cards is a fun way to learn about people and events that shaped life…
Adult Education and Literacy Committee American Job Center Partners Committee Disabilities Committee Youth Committee Meeting
Below are rates and information regarding the Union County Police towing practices If your car was towed within the County of Union by Union County law enforcement agencies, please review rates and tow yard locations to release your vehicle from the tow yard. Please review each step below to retrieve your vehicle. Navigation Retrieve your…
2024 The Union County Board of County Commissioners announces the return of the Union County Women Mean Business summit on June 11th. This once-a-year conference is designed to bring together women entrepreneurs, professionals, and industry leaders at every stage of their careers to share their collective knowledge about career development, inclusion, work-life balance, and other…
The 2025 Black History Month theme “African Americans and Labor” explores the vital role of labor in shaping the Black experience. It highlights the many ways Black individuals have contributed to the workforce—both under enslavement and in various paid and unpaid roles—spanning agriculture, union leadership, activism, and community building. Celebrate Black History Month with our…