Have you ever wondered about the Bonnell Tavern, the building built in 1738 that has been vacant for 75 years that is perched next to Interstate 78 at Exit 15, Pittstown Road in Clinton and Union Township?  Do you have a connection to the militia regiment or minuteman regiment formed there?  If you’ve lived in Flemington, Union or Clinton for a long time, here is your opportunity to hear more about your possible connection to the building.  If you are new to the area and are interested in learning about the importance of this building to the area, here is your chance!

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The New Jersey Studies Academic Alliance (NJSAA) is an interdisciplinary organization dedicated to advancing teaching and research about New Jersey. The organization brings together educators, historians, geographers, museum professionals, archivists, and librarians. As a proud RevolutionNJ Partner, NJSAA is excited to collaborate with Flounders Brewing in Hillsborough, NJ, to present a series of talks highlighting New Jersey and the 250th commemoration of the American Revolution. These talks are open to everyone and are all about making New Jersey’s Revolutionary past fun and easy to explore. Grab a drink, join the conversation, and connect with fellow history lovers and neighbors in a Revolutionary War era barn.