From the very beginning of its history, the Bergen County Historical Society was interested in placing historic markers and monuments to commemorate important places and events in Bergen County.
In 1904, BCHS raised $500 (one fifth the cost) for a base for General Enoch Poor's statue in Hackensack and was involved with erection of the statue and planned the well-attended event. In 1905, a BCHS committee on Historic Places formed a list for markers that included Old Red Mill at Arcola, "Baron Steuben House at New Bridge", Polifly Road, Closter Landing, Col. Baylor's Massacre site, Campground at Paramus, Prevost House at Hohokus and the Mansion House on the Green. In 1908, BCHS was represented by 17 members on the executive board for the Fort Lee monument. In 1919, BCHS made plans for a "noble and impressive" Camp Merritt monument and celebration. Gen. John J. Pershing attended. In 1920, the Protestant Lutheran Church, New Bridge, on River Road, Teaneck was marked. BCHS participated in the dedication of the Liberty Pole in 1921. In 1959, President Lewis Owen planned the BCHS marker program. The large blue markers are found through out Bergen County.
The homeowner or managing agency of the property makes arrangements for the marker through the BCHS.
Marker Program:
http://www.bergencountyhistory.org/Pages/BCHSMarkerProgram.htmlFor more information see the
1977 BCHS Anniversary Annual by Claire K. Tholl.
We are not a government agency and have never received regular or significant public funding, we rely on private donations and membership.
