Millburn & Short Hills
How Pioneers, Patriots and Moguls Created a New Jersey Town
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The Titans of the Township
Meet powerful industrialists like Israel D. Condit, whose paper mills and hat factories on the Rahway River became the economic engine for a growing town.
The Architect of an Arcadia
One man, Stewart Hartshorn, saw the rolling landscape as a canvas for a 'harmonious community,' a suburban dream that he designed and built with his own fortune and an artist's eye.
The Hands that Built this Town
Discover the lives of Irish, German, and Italian immigrant families whose labor, culture, and stories are woven into the fabric of the community.
The First Footprints
Before the first foundation was laid, this was the land of the Lenape. Journey back to a time of ancient forests, winding trails, and the whispers of a world that existed long before our own.
The Crucible of Revolution
Discover how the rugged Watchung Mountains became a fortress for Washington's army, and how the "Fighting Parson" of Springfield turned the tide in a desperate battle for independence.
Township Trivia
19th Century News Clippings
Historic Maps
Map of Millburn, 1859
Map of Short Hills, 1859
About the Authors
When Munem and Amal Alidina began exploring their town's archive collections as a fun project, they were curious to learn more about the local area. Instead, they unearthed a fascinating story of how Millburn and Short Hills came to be, with completely different people and visions, all bound by a shared destiny.
Surprised at how little of this rich story was widely known, they were inspired to write the book they couldn’t find. They hope you enjoy it, and would love to hear your feedback at munem@millburnbook.com.