Uncovering our Local History | October 22

A Three-Part Immersive Series Examining Racism and Antisemitism in Scotch Plains and Fanwood

Part 1: Immersive Tour: Black History in Scotch Plains and Fanwood
Sunday, October 22, Tours at 1:00 p.m. and 2:30 p.m.

Join us on a narrated bus tour to examine local sites and their significance in our Black history. Major sites include the Scudder House whipping post, Stage House Inn, Osborne Cannonball House, Scotch Plains Baptist Church and cemetery, Battle of Short Hills site, the Frazee's homes, Shady Rest Country Club and the Jerseyland and Kramer Park neighborhoods.
Tours leave from the JCC.

Price: $20
Register at www.jccnj.org

Next up in this series:
Part 2: Brunch and Learn: The Spread of Nazi Propaganda from the Flanders Printing Press in Scotch Plains, NJ Sunday, January 28, 2024 • 11:00 a.m. Part 3: Town Hall: Paving the Path Forward Through Community Connection April 16, 2024 • 7:00 p.m.

This program is made possible by a grant from the New Jersey Council for the Humanities, a state partner of the National Endowment for the Humanities. Any views, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this program do not necessarily represent those of the National Endowment for the Humanities or the New Jersey Council for the Humanities.

Opportunities for community service and professional development hours will be available.

Questions? Contact Randi Zucker at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 908-889-8800 x253.

The JCC of Central NJ is committed to accessibility and inclusion. To request accommodations, please contact Beth Mitchell at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. at least two weeks prior to an event.