Lectures

The Historical Society of Princeton sponsors several lecture and panel events throughout the year, as part of the Lewis B. Cuyler Annual Meeting Lecture Program, the Speaking of History series, and others. Check back often for ways you can learn from and engage in conversation with local scholars of history!

Virtual Author Talk: “Einstein: The Man and His Mind”
March 14, 2024 at 7:00 PM

On Einstein’s birthday (and Pi Day), the Historical Society and Princeton Public Library present a virtual talk with Gary Berger and Michael DiRuggiero, authors of Einstein: The Man and His Mind, a visual biography of Albert Einstein.

This program will be presented via Zoom. Click here to register.

Lewis B. Cuyler Lecture: The Delaware & Raritan Canal
April 30, 2024 at 6:30 PM

Opening in 1834, the Delaware and Raritan Canal provided an efficient and reliable way to transport freight, mainly anthracite coal, between Philadelphia and New York City markets and towns along the way. As railroads grew in prominence, canal usage declined and, after 98 years, the route closed. This year marks the 50th anniversary of the founding of D&R State Park, a 70-mile recreation path along the canal. 

Author and historian Linda J. Barth will share the history of one of America’s most successful towpath canals, highlighting the people, bridges, locks, and aqueducts that made it work. Free; registration starts April 2. 

 

Speaking of History

This event series aims to foster civil dialogue around contemporary issues that beg a historical context and perspective.

Past Events

October 16, 2023: On Freedom Road with author David Goodrich

September 7, 2023: Princeton, the Nation’s Capital: 1783

October 16, 2019: Committed to Memory: The Art of the Slave Ship Icon

August 8, 2019: “Green Oval” Digital Tour

April 1, 2019: What is Oral History?

March 12, 2019: Project Apollo: Origins, Missions, and the Legacy

February 9, 2019: The Garden State: Where Ideas Grow

October 18, 2018: Princeton Plan Panel Discussion

September 12, 2017: Memory and History: The Meaning and Future of Monuments in the Aftermath of Charlottesville