Princeton NJ Events

Lectures on Tap: Loyalists, Flounder Brewing

Sunday March 29, 2026
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Flounder Brewing,  2 Clerico Lane, Hillsborough Township, NJ,

The Loyalists: Those in the American Revolution Who Wanted a King. Many people think slavery only existed in the American South and that all those in the British colonies during the Revolution were Patriots. Not so. New Jersey residents were bitterly divided during what became a nasty civil war. The third or more of probable Loyalists can be divided into those who were active picking up arms, irreconcilably opposed to Independence who became exiles, those who remained during the war, and then those who left and later returned. Their reasons had to do with location, political ideas, religion, family ties, experiences. Local examples will be given. Hopefully this will provide perspective for discussion about then and on our own divided times. Maxine N. Lurie is a retired professor of history from Seton Hall University, who has concentrated on early American History and the history of New Jersey.

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Princeton History Walking Tour, Historical Society of Princeton

Sunday March 29, 2026
2:00 PM

Princeton Battle Monument, 1 Monument Drive, Princeton

Enjoy a walk around downtown Princeton and the University campus as you learn about historic sites in the area, including Nassau Hall, University Chapel and Palmer Square. Hear some of the classic history and lesser-known stories of Princeton’s diverse past. Tickets are $20. Advance purchase is required; use the form below. Tour starts in the courtyard of the Princeton Battle Monument (GPS address: 1 Monument Drive).

Please note: Space on this tour is limited to 25. Tickets are required for all participants. Questions? E-mail: eve@princetonhistory.org

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