Corbels
What is a corbel and why are they important? A corbel is a decorative support that extends out from a wall. The
Princeton Nurseries
The Princeton Nurseries Kingston Site was established by William Flemer Sr. shortly before World War I, and grew to become the largest
The First Presbyterian Church of Plainsboro
The origin of the First Presbyterian Church of Plainsboro is considered to be on November 17, 1879, with the laying of a
Exhibit Highlight – Young American Painting Book & Crayons
This children’s painting book and crayon set (circa 1920) were owned by Harry J. Sohl. who was born in Plainsboro in 1908.
Thomas Titus – Ex-Slave Turned Landowner
Until the 1970’s, Plainsboro was home to the Titus Family, descendants of an ex-slave turned landowner of Middlesex County. Centuries ago, Thomas
Children’s Toys and Games of the Early 20th Century
Now that our new temporary exhibit "The School That Started a Town" is open, we'd like to share a glimpse into a
Princeton University’s Hovercraft Prototype
During the late 1950s, a worldwide burst of energy poured forth in experimental Ground Effect Machines (GEMs) and Surface Effects Ships (SES).
Firmenich, Inc.
Firmenich, Inc. Admin & lab buildings, 1975. Buck Watlington working at a control panel for mixing equipment inside the
Siemens Corporate Research, Inc.
Siemens Corporate Research, Inc. The following was written by members of the Plainsboro Historical Society, c. 1991: Siemens Corporate Research,
