About the Conference
Welcome to the New Jersey History and Historic Preservation Conference, an annual statewide event dedicated to providing educational and networking opportunities for preservation minded individuals. Hosted by the Friends of New Jersey Heritage, the New Jersey Historic Trust, and their partners, this conference brings together a diverse community of professionals and volunteers passionate about history and historic preservation.
Attendees include experts and enthusiasts from various fields such as architecture, planning, heritage site and museum management, public history, archaeology, municipal historic preservation commissions, county heritage offices, and academia.
Join us for an enriching experience that fosters collaboration and innovation in preserving our collective heritage.
Meet the Conference team!
Alexis Alemy, Staff Archaeologist, County of Passaic
Jody Alessandrine, Board of Trustees, New Jersey Historic Trust
Jennifer Boggs, Historic Preservation Specialist 1, New Jersey Historic Trust
Shannon Bremer, Historic Preservation Specialist 1, New Jersey Historic Trust
Glenn Ceponis, Executive Director, New Jersey Historic Trust
Olivia Chaudhury, Historic Preservation Specialist 1, New Jersey Historic Trust
Thomas B. Connolly, AIA, Principal Architect, Connolly & Hickey Historical Architects
Kristin Downing, Historic Preservation Specialist 1, New Jersey Historic Trust
James Giresi, AIA, Co-President, Preservation New Jersey
Margaret M. Hickey, AIA, Principal Historic Preservation Specialist, Connolly and Hickey Historical Architects
Carrie Hogan, Fiscal Officer, New Jersey Historic Trust
Stephanie Kraut, Historic Preservation Specialist 2, New Jersey Historic Trust
Frank Lankey, History Support Services, Middlesex County
Katherine J. Marcopul, PhD, Administrator & Deputy State Historic Preservation Officer, New Jersey Historic Preservation Office
Evelyn C. Murphy, PhD, Operations Manager, Friends of New Jersey Heritage
Judith Murphy, AICP, PP, Historic Preservation Specialist 3, New Jersey Historic Trust
Ashley Parker, Historic Preservation Specialist 2, New Jersey Historic Trust
Mark Nonestied, Middlesex County Historian, Division Head, Middlesex County Division of History and Historic Preservation
Mayank Patel, Historic Preservation Specialist 1, New Jersey Historic Trust
Rachel Thimke, Programming and Outreach Manager, New Jersey Historical Commission
Andrea Tingey, Program Specialist 3, New Jersey Historic Preservation Office
Nan Wakefield, Historic Preservation Specialist 1, New Jersey Historic Trust
Previous Conferences
Programs since 2022 are available online.
For conferences prior to 2022, please contact info@friendsofnjheritage.org.
Frequently Asked Questions
Registration
How do I purchase tickets?
You can purchase tickets by visiting the Registration page. Please read the ticket options carefully before making a selection. If you have any questions, please contact info@friendsofnjheritage.org.
How do I know what tickets I purchased?
In addition to receiving a confirmation email, you can also create an account to manage your events.
I purchased the wrong ticket; can I change my ticket?
Yes, please contact info@friendsofnjheritage.org to make changes to your purchase.
Are early bird discounts available?
Save $35 when you purchase your early bird ticket before May 1.
What happens if I am no longer able to attend the conference?
If you are no longer able to attend the conference, you may transfer your ticket(s) to another individual or request a refund by contacting info@friendsofnjheritage.org.
What is the refund policy?
Refunds are processed on a case-by-case basis. Please contact info@friendsofnjheritage.org with details of your request.
Sponsor Opportunities
Where will the marketplace be held?
The marketplace will be at the College Center on the Middlesex College campus on June 11.
What quantity of promotional materials is recommended for inclusion with the tote bag?
Please send 400 (brochures, postcards, flyers, pens, stickers, magnets, etc.) to the New Jersey Historic Trust by May 27.
How many tickets are included in my sponsorship?
Please read the sponsor benefits carefully as each sponsor level includes credits to use towards purchasing tickets. The credit may be used to purchase tours, workshops, or General Admission. The credited amount tickets differ depending on the sponsor level.
Submissions
When will sessions be held?
The full-day conference including sessions will be held at Middlesex College on June 11. Workshops and tours will take place on June 10. Please read the session, workshop, and tour descriptions carefully as well as your ticket information for details.
Is there a speaker discount?
Yes, by submitting a session proposal you agree to pay $40, an $85 discount.
Hotels and Travel
What are the public transportation options available to the full-day conference?
NJ TRANSIT provides bus transportation to the Edison campus. The 814 route (New Brunswick) and the 813 route (Perth Amboy) serve the Edison campus. Schedules are available in the College Center Student Activities Office, by calling 973-275-5555 from 6 a.m. until midnight, or to download from the NJ TRANSIT website.
Is there a recommended hotel near the conference venue and is there a discount for conference attendees?
Yes! For hotel information, please visit the Plan Your Visit page. If you have any questions, please contact info@friendsofnjheritage.org.
Is there a shuttle from the hotel to the conference venue?
No, there is no shuttle from the hotel to the conference venue.
I purchased a ticket, where should I go?
The conference will be held at the College Center at Middlesex College on June 10 & 11. Please read your ticket carefully as dates may differ depending on the ticketed event (workshop, tour, Informal Networking Event, General Admission, etc.).
