NJ Transit is launching its “Jersey Journeys” campaign to help riders celebrate America’s 250th anniversary by exploring key New Jersey historic sites that helped shape the nation.
The campaign kicked off Aug. 26 at Liberty Hall on the campus of Kean University. “Jersey Journeys: Every Stop Tells a Story” includes an interactive map showcasing over 150 historic sites and landmarks across the state, easily accessible by NJ Transit bus, rail, or light rail. This includes everything from Revolutionary War battlefields and colonial homes to cultural museums and monuments.
“I’m honored to support the ‘Jersey Journeys: Every Stop Tells a Story’ initiative – an innovative way for New Jerseyans and visitors alike to explore our rich heritage and better understand the role this state has played in shaping the nation,” said New Jersey Senator Joseph Cryan (LD-20). “By raising awareness that historic sites are accessible via public transit, NJ Transit is opening doors to discovery, strengthening civic pride and advancing education right in our own backyard.”
“This is a dynamic way of highlighting the rich history New Jersey has played in shaping our nation,” said New Jersey Senator and Chair of Senate Transportation Committee Patrick Diegnan (LD-18). “People from all over the world will be able to experience iconic landmarks easily within reach of the NJ Transit system.”
“This campaign highlights how rich a history New Jersey has that is only one rail, bus or light rail trip away,” said NJ Transit President and CEO Kris Kolluri. “We’re proud to celebrate America’s upcoming 250th birthday by offering customers a way to experience New Jersey’s heritage through public transportation.”
“The Jersey Journeys campaign is a fantastic opportunity to explore some of the oldest and most significant historical landmarks in our nation, right here in New Jersey,” said Kean University President Lamont O. Repollet, Ed.D. “Kean is proud to be part of an initiative that connects communities to their past and also inspires future generations to learn, explore and dream big.”
The interactive map allows users to easily find and explore historic sites across the Garden State, including monuments, battlefields, architecture, and other historic locations. The map provides route details on the fastest way to access these sites, and can be found at www.njtransit.com/journeys.
The project supports New Jersey’s broader efforts to honor the nation’s 250th anniversary while promoting local tourism, education, and civic pride.
