Posts about the development of Plainsboro.
Plaque-tacular! Celebrating Peter Cantu’s 50 Years of Service
Plainsboro recently celebrated the remarkable service of former Mayor Peter Cantu with the unveiling of a commemorative plaque in his honor at
Ramp It Up! Making History More Accessible One Slope at a Time
Exciting news for visitors to the Wicoff House Museum—we’ve got a brand-new ramp! This past week, we replaced our 19-year-old ramp,
Shamrocks, Shovels, and Sweat: How Irish Immigrants Built the D&R Canal
As we celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, a time to honor Irish heritage and contributions, it’s important to remember the incredible impact Irish
Honoring 50 Years of Public Service
Plainsboro proudly celebrates Peter Cantu’s 50 years of dedicated public service. Since joining the Township Committee in 1975, Peter has been instrumental
Black History Month Spotlight: Susie T. Titus
Born on October 1, 1907, Susie T. Titus was a woman of remarkable faith and resilience in Plainsboro, NJ. The daughter of
From Sips to Smarts: Trivia on Tap Was the Ultimate Showdown!
This past Saturday night, the Wicoff House Museum held Trivia on Tap, a history-themed trivia night that brought together history buffs and
Surviving Winters in Old Plainsboro: How Early Residents Conquered the Cold
Winter in old Plainsboro was no small challenge. Long before modern conveniences, residents relied on ingenuity and determination to get through the
The End of an Era: Plainsboro’s Longtime Mayor Retires
After 44 years as mayor, Plainsboro’s Peter Cantu, 84, is retiring! He’ll stay on the Township Committee until December 2026 but will
War of the Words: How Orson Welles Changed Plainsboro with a Radio Broadcast
On October 30, 1938, Orson Welles’ radio adaptation of War of the Worlds caused nationwide panic, especially in New Jersey. The broadcast,
Gobbling Up History: Plainsboro’s Thanksgiving Past
Thanksgiving in Plainsboro, New Jersey, offers a unique opportunity to reflect on the town's deep history and agricultural roots. Settled in the
