Hawthorne Historical Society

George Washington Visits Hawthorne

HAWTHORNE HISTORICAL SOCIETY HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE
FEATURES “GEORGE WASHINGTON”

Hawthorne, NJ – “George Washington” addressed a crowd of about 40 people at the Louis Bay 2nd Library last night, the featured speaker at the Hawthorne Historical Society’s Holiday Open House. Hawthorne resident Rodger Yaden, who bears a striking resemblance to our nation’s first president, dressed in character as George Washington, and spoke on the history of Hawthorne during Colonial Times.

The audience was treated to some inside information about Washington, including about his love of dance, his temperament, and the truth about chopping down the cherry tree.

The Hawthorne Historical Society meets on the second Monday of each month at 7p at the Louis Bay 2nd Library. All are welcome.

4th Annual Holiday Open House - Monday, December 14th

“George Washington” joins us to speak on history specific to Hawthorne during Colonial Times and provide some interesting facts about the first president such as his love of dance, his temperament, and the truth about chopping down the cherry tree.

Historical Society Participating in Hawthorne Day

The Hawthorne Historical Society will be taking part in the first annual Hawthorne Day festival to be held Saturday, September 26, 2009. The Society will have a booth featuring historical trivia questions about Hawthorne with prizes awarded on the hour from among the correct answers, including free memberships.