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Sketch of the first site of the Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick
Marsh, Herbert
1972
Sketch of the first site of the Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick, which was said to resemble a little red schoolhouse. The sketch is by artist Herbert Marsh, created in 1972.
Alice Jennings Archibald Oral History Interview
Rutgers Oral History Archives
1997-03-14
Alice Jennings Archibald's oral history interview conducted on March 14, 1997, by G. Kurt Piehler and Eve Snyder in New Brunswick, NJ, for the Rutgers Oral History Archives.Oral history description from ROHA website: Mrs. Archibald worked as an air…
150 Years with Mount Zion African Methodist Episcopal Church, New Brunswick, New Jersey, 1827-1977
Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick
1977
150th-anniversary illustrated souvenir journal published by the Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick in 1977. The book includes a section on church history, photographs of church members and pastors, proclamations from the governor and mayor…
160 Years of Mt. Zion AME Church History, 1827-1987, typed drafts
Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick
1987
A collection of typed pages with handwritten notes about the history of the Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick from 1827 to 1987. These appear to be drafts of a pamphlet for the 160th anniversary of the church. Sections included are: 25 Division…
Where There is No Vision The People Perish 1827-1976
Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick
1976
2-page typed church history written for the Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick in 1976, possibly a speech to be presented at the city's celebration of the U.S. Bicentennial. Unidentified author.
Where There is No Vision The People Perish
Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick
1964
2-page typed church history written for the Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick around 1964, plus a discussion of pressing challenges and vision for the future. Unidentified author.
Woodbridge Mayor's Proclamation Honoring Rev. Henry A. Hildebrand
Woodbridge Township Mayor
1998-03-21
Township of Woodbridge Mayor's Proclamation honoring Rev. Henry A. Hildebrand, presented during the pastor's 75th birthday celebration at Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick. Signed by Mayor James E. McGreevey.
New Brunswick Mayor's Proclamation Celebrating the 160th Anniversary of the Mount Zion AME Church
New Brunswick Mayor
1987-10-11
Proclamation from John A. Lynch, Mayor of New Brunswick, celebrating the 160th anniversary of the Mount Zion AME Church, issued on October 11, 1987.
NJ Governor's Proclamation Celebrating the 150th Anniversary of Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick
NJ Governor
1977-10
Proclamation issued by Brendan Byrne, Governor of the State of New Jersey, celebrating the 150th Anniversary of Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick in October 1977.
Our Beginning: Introduction to the African Methodist Episcopal Church
Mack, Edgar L.
1980s
Brochure about the African Methodist Episcopal Church prepared and distributed by the AME Department of Christian Education in the 1980s. Written by Edgar L. Mack, the department's Executive Director. The brochure features images of Richard Allen and…
Reid's Church History Notes
Reid, S. C.
1964
Handwritten pages describing the early history of the Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick, written around the 137th anniversary of the church in 1964 on stationery from the Laurentien Hotel in Montreal, Canada. The author's name appears to be…
History of Mt. Zion AME Church of New Brunswick, 1827-1932
Jennings, Anna E.
1932-12-15
3-page typewritten history of the Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick from 1827 to 1932. Typed by Miss Anna E. Jennings on December 15, 1932.
Mt. Zion AME Church History at 102nd Anniversary
1929-10-29
4-page handwritten history of the Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick, written around the 102nd anniversary of the church in 1929. Includes lists of names of trustee board members and various steward and stewardess boards.
The Founding of Mount Zion African Methodist Episcopal Church
Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick
1990s approx.
4-page printed church history, published circa 1990s, with information drawn from the Mount Zion AME Church's 150th and 165th anniversary journals and the 30th anniversary journal of pastor Henry A. Hildebrand.
Acceptance of Church Plaque (speech for the Ebony Suburbanites 18th Cotillion)
Archibald, Alice Jennings
1991-06-02
On June 2, 1991, the Ebony Suburbanites (a local organization of African American women) presented a plaque to the Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick in recognition of the church's service to the community. This typewritten page is the text of…
NJ State Senate Citation Recognizing the 160th Anniversary of the Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick
NJ State Senate
1987-10-11
NJ State Senate Citation Recognizing the 160th Anniversary of the Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick, signed by Senator John A. Lynch (who was also New Brunswick Mayor at the same time), issued on October 11, 1987.
Addendum to Yesterday at Mt. Zion AME Church
1960s approx.
2-page typed history of Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick, especially focusing on church musicians. This appears to be a draft for a church history pamphlet or program. Date unknown; approximately 1960s.
Photograph: 11 women at Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick
1950s/1960s approx.
Black and white photograph of 11 African American women at Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick, probably Stewardess Board. Date unknown; approximate period: 1950s or 1960s.
Photograph: 18 women at Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick
Roseberry, Oscar Zane
1960s/1970s/1980s approx.
Black and white photograph of 18 African American women at Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick, probably Ushers Board or Stewardess Board. Appears to be from the church building at 25 Division Street. Date unknown; approximate period from 1960s to…
Photograph: 11 women at Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick
1950s/1960s approx.
Color photograph of 11 women members of the Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick, most likely the Willing Workers Club from a Valentine's Day event. Event decorations include red hearts. Date unknown; approximately 1950s or 1960s.
Individuals that…
Photograph: 14 women at Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick
1970s/1980s approx.
Black and white photograph of 14 African American women at Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick, probably Ushers Board or Stewardess Board. Appears to be from the church building at 25 Division Street. Date unknown; approximately 1970s or 1980s.
Photograph: Stewardess Board at the Mount Zion AME Church
1970s/1980s approx.
Black and white photograph of the Stewardess Board at the Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick. Appears to be from the church building at 25 Division Street. Date unknown; probably 1970s or 1980s. Names of the women pictured: front row - Mamie…
Photograph: Willing Workers Club with Rev. Solomon Hill
1940s approx.
Black and white photograph of the Willing Workers Club of the Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick in 1939, featuring Rev. Solomon Hill.
Standing: Sarah Thomas, Gertrude Wright, Estelle Brown, Rev. H. Solomon Hill, Mary Bergen, Thelma Miller,…
Sketch of the second site of the Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick
Marsh, Herbert
1970s approx.
Sketch of the second site of the Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick, by artist Herbert Marsh. Date unknown; likely 1970s.
Photograph: group portrait featuring John Seawright
1940s
Undated black and white photograph featuring Mount Zion AME Church member John Seawright in the front row, according to a hand-written caption attached to the photograph. The group portrait also depicts 7 women who have not been identified.…
Photograph: Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick sanctuary and congregants
Roseberry, Oscar Zane
1940s/1950s approx.
Black and white photograph of the Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick sanctuary with some congregants seated and some congregants standing in the front in white preparing to take offering. There are some in the audience wearing caps and gowns.…
Photograph: graduates at Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick
Roseberry, Oscar Zane
1940s approx.
Black and white photograph of the Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick sanctuary with some congregants seated and some standing in the front. The event is likely a graduation celebration; many of the attendees are wearing caps and gowns. Imprint in…
Photograph: 10 men at Mount Zion AME Church
1940s/1950s approx.
Undated black and white photograph of 10 men inside Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick. The men wear suits with matching lapel flowers. Possibly ushers or members of a wedding party. Approximate date range: 1940s to 1950s.
Photograph: Mount Zion AME Church members in the early 20th century
1900s/1910s (reprinted in 1970s)
One of the earliest photographs of church members at Mount Zion AME Church, taken in the early decades of the twentieth century. The group stands on the front steps of the church building located at 25 Division St. in New Brunswick. This photograph…
Photograph: Thomas H. Jennings
Roseberry, Oscar Zane
1950
Black and white photograph of Thomas Hannibal Jennings. Inscription written below the photo: "Testimonial for Thomas H. Jennings 1950." Tommy Jennings was a younger brother of Alice Jennings Archibald and a lifetime member of the Mount Zion AME…
Photograph: Thomas H. Jennings and Mount Zion AME Church members in robes
1930s/1940s approx.
Undated black and white photograph of church members in robes, probably the choir. Included in the photograph is Thomas Hannibal Jennings (1916–2010) sitting at the piano on the left. Tommy Jennings was a younger brother of Alice Jennings Archibald…
Photograph: Thomas H. Jennings
1930s/1940s approx.
Undated black and white photograph of young Thomas Hannibal Jennings (1916–2010) wearing a robe standing next to a piano. Tommy Jennings was a younger brother of Alice Jennings Archibald and a lifetime member of the Mount Zion AME Church of New…
Photograph: Rev. Henry A. Hildebrand and family members
1977
Photograph from the 150th anniversary celebration of the Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick, featuring the pastor of the church Henry A. Hildebrand and his mother and siblings.
Standing left to right: the pastor's brother Bishop Richard Allen…
Photograph: Rev. Henry A. Hildebrand and trustees at Mount Zion AME Church
1970s/1980s approx.
Black and white photograph of the Reverend Henry A. Hildebrand (front row center) and trustees at Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick. Date unknown; approximately 1970s–1980s.The men pictured are: front row - Edward Lane, Robert Adams, Rev. Henry…
Photograph: Rev. Henry A. Hildebrand with son and daughter
1960s approx.
Color photograph of the Reverend Henry A. Hildebrand with his son Reginald and daughter Shawn. Date unknown; approximately 1960s.
Photograph: church dignitaries in the pulpit at the Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick
1940s/1950s/1960s approx.
Black and white photograph of church dignitaries in the pulpit at the Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick, located at 25 Division Street. Date unknown; approximate date range 1940s to 1960s.
Photograph: 6 members at Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick
1970s/1980s approx.
Black and white photograph of two women and four men standing at Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick. Appears to be from the church building at 25 Division Street. Date unknown; approximately 1970s or 1980s.
Photograph: Sunday school teachers and children
1980s approx.
Black and white photograph of Sunday school teachers and children at the Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick. Appears to be from the church building at 25 Division Street. Date unknown; approximately 1980s.
Photograph: Mount Zion AME Church choral group
1921/1923 approx.
Sepia-toned photograph of 14 members of a choral group directed by Mrs. Stiles, wife of the Rev. Joseph Stiles. The photograph appears to be from the period when Rev. Joseph Stiles was the pastor of the Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick, from…
Photograph: Mount Zion AME Church jubilee choir
1980s approx.
Black and white photograph of jubilee choir members in robes at Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick at 25 Division Street. Date unknown; approximately 1980s.
Front row: Elizabeth Ransom, Pamela Briggs, Aaron Brown, Carolyn Linzey, Juanita James,…
Photograph: Mount Zion AME Church senior choir
1970s/1980s approx.
Black and white photograph of senior choir members in robes at the Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick at 25 Division Street. Date unknown; approximately 1970s to 1980s.Names of senior choir members pictured (left to right beginning in the front…
Photograph: Mount Zion AME Church senior choir
1970s/1980s approx.
Black and white photograph of senior choir members in robes at the Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick at 25 Division Street. Date unknown; approximately 1970s to 1980s.Names of senior choir members (left to right beginning in the front row):…
Photograph: Mount Zion AME Church ground breaking with senior church members
1974
Color photograph of the 1974 ground breaking ceremony for the new building for the Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick, featuring senior members of the church.
Photograph: Mount Zion AME Church ground breaking with Rev. Henry A. Hildebrand and children
1974
Color photograph of the 1974 ground breaking ceremony for the new building for the Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick, featuring three children and other members of the church. The Reverend Henry A. Hildebrand is seen speaking into a microphone.
Photograph: Community Health Club group portrait
Frank's Photo Service
1941-03-26
Black and white photograph of 26 women of the Community Health Club affiliated with the Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick, dated March 26, 1941.
Photograph: Mt. Zion AME Church building under construction
1980s
Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick; black and white photograph of the new church building under construction in the 1980s. Location: 39 Hildebrand Way, New Brunswick, New Jersey, 08901.
Photograph: Rev. James W. Waters, Alice Jennings Archibald, and Rev. H. Solomon Hill
1950s/1960s approx.
Black and white photograph of Rev. James W. Waters, Alice Jennings Archibald, and Rev. H. Solomon Hill. Date unknown; probably from the period when Rev. James W. Waters was the pastor of the Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick, that is between…
History of Senior Choir
1940s approx.
Handwritten page with notes about the history of the senior choir at the Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick. This document is undated, but based on the content described it was likely produced in the 1940s.
Memo to Pastor Eric Billips regarding the status of the Alice J. Archibald Historical Library
Saunders, Barbara M.
2015-11-06
Memo from Barbara M. Saunders to Paster Eric Billips regarding the ongoing archival preservation work at the Alice Jennings Archibald Historical Library.
Report regarding the Alice Jennings Archibald History Library
Saunders, Barbara M.
2015-10-06
Report to the Official Board regarding the ongoing work at the Alice Jennings Archibald History Library.
Church Leadership Discussion and Analysis
Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick
1992 approx.
Historical information about Mount Zion AME Church and its influence in the African American community in New Brunswick, written circa 1992. Typewritten statement on church letterhead.
Suggestions for Mt. Zion AME Church 150th Anniversary Oct. 1977
1977
Suggestions for the 150th anniversary of the Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick, including notes on drama, concert, art exhibit, memory lane, and pageant.
The Senior Missionary Society of Mt. Zion AME, History 1938–1983
1983
Unsigned 4-page handwritten history of the Senior Missionary Society of the Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick, written circa 1983.
Organization of Local Church
Gatling, Maxine
1980s/1990s approx.
Typewritten document that lays out the organizational structure for Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick, submitted by Maxine Gatling. This undated document was created in the late 20th century (Maxine Gatling was a long-time church member who…
History Committee for 132nd Anniversary of Mt. Zion AME Church
Archibald, Alice Jennings
1959-08-16
Minutes from August 16, 1959, meeting of the history committee for the 132nd anniversary of Mount Zion AME Church in New Brunswick, including a list of committee members with Alice Jennings Archibald serving as chair.
History of Mt. Zion African Methodist Episcopal Church of New Brunswick, New Jersey from 1827 to 1941
1941
History of the Mount Zion AME Church written in 1941, including information about previous pastors, church buildings, and financial matters.
Program for the Service of Dedication
Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick
1988-10-16
October 16, 1988, program for the service of dedication for the pews, the pulpit & altar furniture and other furnishings & appointments at Mount Zion AME Church, New & Neilson Streets, New Brunswick, New Jersey.
Building the New Mt. Zion
1986 approx.
Recounts the work done by members of the Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick to construct the new church building, written circa 1986.
A Brief History of Mt. Zion A.M.E. Church of New Brunswick, New Jersey
1947
4-page typed history of the Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick, written in 1947 around the time of the 120th anniversary of the church.
Blueprints for the Alice Jennings Archibald History Library
1990s approx.
Blueprints for the Alice Jennings Archibald History Library, unsigned but likely belonging to June Robinson.
The Bicentennial of the African Methodist Episcopal Church & the United States Constitution 1787–1987
1987
2-page essay about the bicentennial of the African Methodist Episcopal Church and the United States Constitution. The essay cites Wayne J. Dawkins's article in the July 1987 issue of Black Enterprise magazine regarding the financial power of AME…
'Mom' and 'her boys'
Livio, Susan K.
1994-06-26
Article about a tribute to Hulda Peterson, a Mount Zion AME Church member who worked for many years at the Theta Chi fraternity house at Rutgers University. The fraternity made a $2,500 donation in memory of Hulda Peterson that helped fund the…
City Icon Recalled at Funeral
Waters, Sharon
2002-12-24
Article reporting on Alice Jennings Archibald's funeral in 2002. The article also discusses the 1998 naming of the Alice Jennings Archibald Park off Van Dyke Avenue in New Brunswick.
Alice Jennings Archibald obituary
2002-12-21
Obituary noting the passing of Alice Gertrude Jennings Archibald on December 16, 2002, at age 96.
Good and faithful servant won recognition in way some couldn't see
Harris, David J.
2002-12-30
Clipping of an article by David J. Harris about the passing of Alice Jennings Archibald and her service to the community.
Time healing wounds for black alumni
Ottey, Michael A. W.
1989-10-22
Clipping of the "Crossroads" column of October 22, 1989, discussing the first Rutgers University Black Alumni Reunion. The event marked the 20th anniversary of the Paul Robeson Cultural Center. Alice Jennings Archibald was among 400 black alumni who…
Alice Jennings Archibald photo collage
1998-01-23
Collage of three photographs depicting Alice Jennings Archibald at different stages of her life. Text on the side of the page reads "extra slides 1/23/98 11:54 AM Page 5." This collage was used in the funeral program after Alice Jennings Archibald…
Photograph of Alice Jennings Archibald and Sarah Mathew Thomas
1990s approx.
Undated photograph from a reunion with a handwritten caption that reads "Alice Archibald" and "Sarah Mathew Thomas."
Thomas Titus photograph
1898 approx.
Photograph of Thomas Titus, one of the early members of the Mount Zion AME Church in New Brunswick and kin of church historian Alice Jennings Archibald.
The following handwritten caption is attached to the front of the photograph:
"An Early Member…
The following handwritten caption is attached to the front of the photograph:
"An Early Member…
Elizabeth Titus (Mrs. Thomas Titus) photograph
1898 approx.
Photograph of Elizabeth Titus, one of the early members of the Mount Zion AME Church in New Brunswick and kin of church historian Alice Jennings Archibald.
The following handwritten caption is attached to front of the photograph:
"An Early…
The following handwritten caption is attached to front of the photograph:
"An Early…
Historic Moments
Archibald, Alice Jennings
1982 approx.
Alice Jennings Archibald's typewritten notes about African American history in New Brunswick, NJ. Includes information about Paul Robeson and Rutgers University, the Urban League in Middlesex County, the Mount Zion AME Church, and the NAACP. The…
Remembering Alice Jennings Archibald on Women's Day 2011
Watson, B. Joyce
2011
Biographical information about Alice Jennings Archibald for the 2011 Women's Day, prepared by B. Joyce Watson.
We are Historiographers
Archibald, Alice Jennings
1990s approx.
Handwritten note about the role of the official historian of the Mount Zion AME Church in New Brunswick. Although the note is not signed, it has been attributed to Alice Jennings Archibald, the long-time church historian.
The Significance of this Silver (25th) Anniversary of Rev. Henry A. Hildebrand's Pastorate of Mt. Zion AME Church
Archibald, Alice Jennings
1989-09-10
Alice Jennings Archibald's remarks for the 25th anniversary of the Rev. Henry A. Hildebrand's pastorate of Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick, New Jersey.
Reflection on Pastor Henry A. Hildebrand from an Octogenarian
Archibald, Alice Jennings
1992 approx.
Alice Jennings Archibald's reflections on Pastor Henry A. Hildebrand.
Some Suggested Ways to Get More Women Involved in Church Work
Archibald, Alice Jennings
1982-08-21
Alice Jennings Archibald's notes for Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick regarding ideas for women's involvement, dated August 21, 1982.
Conference Echoes, Theme: "Let's Strengthen the Family of God"
Archibald, Alice Jennings
1986
Report from Alice Jennings Archibald, church historian, about the 114th Session of the New Jersey Annual Conference held on March 12-16, 1986. The conference was convened at the United Methodist Church in New Brunswick, with Mount Zion AME Church of…
Echoes from the 164th Anniversary
Archibald, Alice Jennings
1991-10-27
Alice Jennings Archibald's message commemorating the 164th anniversary of the Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick on October 27, 1991.
Persons mentioned include Mr. Coggins, Lillian Holly, Edith Campbell, Leroy Nash, Barbara Saunders, Bert…
Persons mentioned include Mr. Coggins, Lillian Holly, Edith Campbell, Leroy Nash, Barbara Saunders, Bert…
The Significance of this Occassion—160th Anniversary of Mt. Zion AME
Archibald, Alice Jennings
1987-10-25
Alice Jennings Archibald's remarks for the banquet commemorating the 160th anniversary of the Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick on October 25, 1987.
The Alice Jennings Archibald History Library Brochure
Mount Zion AME Church of New Brunswick
2003/2009 approx.
A trifold brochure about the Alice Jennings Archibald History Library, produced sometime between 2003 and 2009. A photograph of Alice Jennings Archibald is on the front of the brochure.
Clergy mentioned include Rt. Rev. Richard F. Norris, Rev.…
Clergy mentioned include Rt. Rev. Richard F. Norris, Rev.…
A Salute to Alice Jennings Archibald
1980-05-25
A 12-page program for an event honoring Alice Jennings Archibald. Includes a short biography of Alice Jennings Archibald and a small headshot photograph of her on the cover.
Colored Preacher Asks What Is the Matter with New Brunswick
1922-05-29
Article in the New Brunswick newspaper Daily Home News: "Colored Preacher Asks What Is the Matter with New Brunswick; Declares Negro Has Made More Enemies in Times of Peace Than in War—Urges His People to Have Faith in Themselves."
Hold Hearing in Paremore Case Before Governor
1923-12-17
Article about the Silas Parmore case in the New Brunswick newspaper Daily Home News.
Anti-Lynching Demonstration at Mount Zion
1922-09-05
Article in the New Brunswick newspaper Daily Home News: "Anti-Lynching Demonstration at Mount Zion; Colored Republicans Endorse Dwyer Bill—Rev. Stiles Urges Recognition of Negro Rights—Rev. Roundtree Speaks."
Colored Folk Plan Labor Day Demonstration
1922-08-05
Article in the New Brunswick newspaper Daily Home News about a recent meeting of the New Brunswick NAACP at Mt. Zion AME Church. Plans and fundraising are underway for a big Labor Day Demonstration.
Colored Advancement Meetings to Alternate Between Two Churches
1922-08-01
Article in the New Brunswick newspaper Daily Home News announcing that the meetings of the New Brunswick NAACP will henceforth alternate between Ebenezer Baptist Church and Mt. Zion AME Church.
Colored Citizens of New Brunswick AWAKE! Flyer for Mass Meeting in support of Silas Parmore
National Association for the Advancement of Colored People. New Brunswick Branch (NAACP)
1923-12-16
NAACP flyer promoting the mass meeting in support of Silas Parmore. The meeting took place on Sunday, December 16, 1923, at the Ebenezer Baptist Church.
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Record of payment to Jacob Dunham, $5.06 for labor of his negro on the foundation (Old Queens Building construction, entry 15)
Blauvelt, Abraham
1808-09-28
On September 28, 1808, Abraham Blauvelt recorded a payment for $5.60 to Jacob Dunham “for labor of his negro.” This payment was for "foundation" work.…