LATEST FROM JOURNEY THROUGH JERSEY BLOG
A NEWCOMER TO NEW JERSEY, AND NEW JERSEY HISTORY August 12, 2026
By Katie Feather For generations, New Jersey has been one of America’s most densely populated states. Its cities, suburbs, and small towns - nestled between New York City and Philadelphia - have been shaped by waves of immigration, industrialization, and suburban expansion.
Today, more than 9.5 million people call the Garden State home, the largest population in its history. Since 2020 alone, New Jersey has added more than a quarter of a million ...
WOMEN OF THE REVOLUTION March 03, 2026
Step back in time and uncover the remarkable stories of women who played pivotal roles during the American Revolutionary War. From the legendary bravery of Mary Ludwig Hays –known as "Molly Pitcher"— who manned a cannon at the Battle of Monmouth, to Elizabeth Covenhoven's resilience as she sheltered her home from British forces: these women left an indelible mark on history. Discover Ann Cooper Whitall's compassionate heroism at Red Bank Batt...
TRAVEL THROUGH TIME ALONG THE JERSEY TURNPIKE January 04, 2026
What connects Bruce Springsteen to the Sopranos as well as New York to Delaware? The New Jersey Turnpike!
Constructed in the 1950s, the Jersey Turnpike was one of state’s most advanced roadways when it was opened. The Turnpike is still significant almost 75 years later as it is considered one of the most heavily traveled roads in the nation! Stretching across the Garden State 118-miles from New Yok to Delaware. the Turnpike may just be on route to your ho...
CRANBERRY HARVEST November 19, 2025
Welcome to New Jersey, the third-largest cranberry-producing state in the U.S. and a unique destination where cranberries flourish naturally! Nestled in the New Jersey Pinelands, this area boasts sandy, acidic soil and a high-water table, creating perfect conditions for cranberry growth. The aquifer beneath forms bogs ideal for cultivating and harvesting these vibrant berries.
Cranberry farming here has deep roots, starting back in 1835 in a bog near Burr...
FORGOTTEN JERSEY GHOST TOWNS AND LOST VILLAGES October 22, 2025
History has mysteries and mysteries often involve ghosts. Whether they are physical traces of the past or people who have since departed, New Jersey’s ghosts will not rest until their chilling stories are revealed. So, this fall season, let Journey Through Jersey lead you across the state on a mission to uncover the state’s silent testaments to industries that once thrived but eventually withered, communities that once pulsed with life yet fell into silence, and dreams ...