Posts about the development of Plainsboro.
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
There’s No Mooing in Baseball: How the Walker-Gordon Dairy Farm Was Involved in Our National Pastime
The Walker-Gordon Baseball Team holds a special place in the history of Plainsboro, New Jersey. Named after the Walker-Gordon Dairy Company, which
Honoring Plainsboro’s Veterans
Every year, on November 11th, the United States observes Veterans Day, a time to reflect on the dedication, sacrifices, and service of
Polling Plainsboro
In honor of the Presidential election this week, we're taking a trip back in time to look at Plainsboro's political history. The
Shake, Rattle, and Roll: Lenape Rattles and Social Dances
Among the many items in Wicoff House Museum's Native American collection, the most interesting is arguably the rattles. Used in social dances
A Brief History of Plainsboro’s Fire Department
Founded in 1959 and incorporated in 1960, the Plainsboro Volunteer Fire Company No. 1 was an organization comprised of residents and dedicated
