Saving Every Last Piece with the Soap Saver
When cataloguing our collection of kitchen items, I came across an object that I had never seen before. It looked like a
Antique Photography in Middlesex County
As we approach 200 years of the invention of photography, let’s take a look at the history of the photograph in New
A Touch of Charm: The Glass Doorknob
Cover photo: Light Catcher (2012) by Hélène Béland Have you ever been in a house from the early 1900s and had your
The Applegates: Where did Lavinia Applegate Wicoff come from?
Though the Wicoff House Museum mostly focuses on the Wicoff family, John Van Buren Wicoff married Lavinia Applegate of the affluent Applegate
From the Bastille to Bordentown
July 14th marks Bastille Day, France’s national holiday commemorating the storming of the Bastille in 1789—a powerful symbol of the French people’s
Indigenous History Month at the Wicoff House Museum
Each June, we take time to recognize and honor the rich histories, cultures, and contributions of Indigenous peoples during Indigenous History Month.
Author Night Spotlight: Carol Binkowski
Last night at the Wicoff House Museum, author Carol J. Binkowski brought history to life with an engaging talk that blended storytelling,
Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory (PPPL)
The Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory (PPPL) at Princeton University is a leading research facility dedicated to plasma physics and fusion energy. Founded
Textile Collection
The textile collection at the Wicoff House Museum shows the history of Plainsboro, as it allows visitors to gain a greater understanding
Plainsboro’s Pioneers Exhibit
With the celebration of Plainsboro's founding approaching, the Wicoff House Museum has a new exhibit created by student intern, Emma L. This
