A forgotten highway leads back to Long Island’s Jazz Age and The Great Gatsby. Also, the incredible history of Louise Scott, an entrepreneur ahead of her time, and the renaissance of her neglected mansion.

An investigation into the sophisticated civilization established by the Lenape, long before the first colonists arrived. Also, life in the 1770’s as Americans confronted winter and the Revolutionary War.

Fascinating discoveries in the construction of Margate’s Lucy the Elephant, Southampton’s The Big Duck, and other mimetic buildings. Also, covered bridges and the mistake almost everyone makes about those still standing.

Frightening events on colonial Long Island that led to accusations of black magic, and ultimately an East Hampton witch trial. Also, the history made at Whitesbog in the New Jersey Pine Barrens.

The genesis of the frozen water trade and the clever uses of ice developed to win over a skeptical public. Also, mechanical air conditioning and the unexpected ways it shaped the last 100 years.

The 19th Century origins of the Impressionism movement, rare history contained in the art, and the incredible tribute only on view at New Jersey’s Grounds for Sculpture. Also, an all new Drive By History Quiz!

We discuss Jersey City’s Black Tom Explosion, a stealth attack by German saboteurs responsible for damage to the Statue of Liberty, and examine President Wilson’s decision to ultimately enter the war.

We travel to Alice Paul’s home, Paulsdale, to examine how her Quaker upbringing influenced her life’s work on behalf of women’s rights, then tour The Hermitage, home to Theodosia Prevost and Aaron Burr.

We uncover a treasure chest of history—and pirates—hidden just off the coast of New Jersey. Then we reveal the story of the Parsippany Rock House, a natural shelter used by local Indians for more than 500 years.

A trip to Pinelands reveals the legend of the Jersey Devil, and the confluence of colonial-era events that gave birth to the folklore. Then we take in the breathtaking vistas—and history—from High Point State Park.

We witness a reenactment of the Battle on Monmouth, the genesis for the Molly Pitcher story, discussing how women served during the War. Then a visit to the site of Point Breeze, once home to Napoleon’s brother, Joseph.

A visit to Macculloch Hall reveals how Thomas Nast’s artwork helped shape our modern image of Santa. Then, a visit to the Ballantine Mansion to learn about favorite European holiday traditions we’ve adopted in the US.

Discover how water cascading down from Shorts Hills to Millburn transformed this town’s fortunes. Then, learn how a highly-controversial First Lady’s single visit affected the Jersey Shore for years to come.

Discover the momentous developments that happened in Kingston/South Brunswick during the Revolutionary War. Then, meet Asher Brown Durand, a world famous 19th century artist born in Maplewood, NJ.

Learn how a keen interest in dogs and an impassioned plea from a young man sparked an idea that changed the lives of millions. Then, learn who gathered at West Orange’s Tory Corner during the 18th century.

A living snapshot of show business history, explore Fort Lee’s silent film era and visit one location immortalized on film. Then, discover a roadside history marker in Madison that reveals a nearly forgotten botanical industry.

Find out how an historic 1846 baseball game in Hoboken, NJ still resonates with sport enthusiasts today. Then, peek inside the boyhood home in Wayne, NJ of legendary director Cecil B. DeMille.

Learn how Hannah Caldwell, living in Union during the American Revolution, may have shaped the final months of the war. Then, witness a reenactment of the famed Battle of Connecticut Farms.