Basking Ridge, Liberty Corner, and Lyons form the nucleus of Bernards Township, a region with a history as fascinating as it is long.
After the Civil War tourism and other industries flourished, and the arrival of the railroad in 1872 brought furt.
Originally chartered in 1760 by King George II, the area figured prominently in the American Revolution: Lafayette\'s troops were quartered here
General Lee was arrested at Widow White\'s Tavern; and General Washington visited Lord Stirling\'s estate.
Basking Ridge, Liberty Corner, and Lyons form the nucleus of Bernards Township, a region with a history as fascinating as it is long