by Whitney Law | Sep 30, 2020 | Culture/Life, General Lewis Burwell "Chesty" Puller, Historical Figures, Middlesex History, Military Heroes, People of Middlesex, Puller Park, Saluda History
With General Lewis Burwell “Chesty” Puller’s home just down the street, the Middlesex County Museum has collected a number of pieces that celebrate the decorated war hero over the years. Most recently added to this collection is General...
by Whitney Law | Sep 27, 2020 | Churches, Culture/Life, Fashion & Clothing, Traditions
Infant christenings originate from the Jewish bris (circumcision) and zerved habat riuals, in which children are named and dedicated to God. The Christian church adopted a similar custom, baptizing babies and adult converts. All wear white clothing, symbolizing...
by Whitney Law | Sep 25, 2020 | Culture/Life, Medical, Middlesex History, People of Middlesex, Urbanna History
Binghamton, New York native Willis Sharpe Kilmer made his fortune in advertising his uncle’s (Dr. S. Andral Kilmer’s) patent medicine business. Their main brand was a medicine called Dr. Kilmer’s Swamp Root, an herbal tonic that “Cured It...
by Whitney Law | Sep 20, 2020 | Churches, Culture/Life, Middlesex History
“Lower United Methodist Church is steeped in history: It began its life in 1650 as the “Lower Chapel” for the Protestant Episcopal Church of England. The chapel was replaced by the present brick sanctuary in 1717. It still retains many of its colonial features...
by Whitney Law | Sep 15, 2020 | Buildings & Homes, Culture/Life, Education & Schools
As America began to populate, there was a strong need for the children to be educated. Middlesex County was populated with a variety of school houses. The goal in a location was to be no more than two miles from the students who were to be educated, as they would walk...
