Somerset County Marks National Historic Marker Day with Countywide Cleanup Effort

Somerset County continues to show why it’s a place where history comes alive. Today marks National Historic Marker Day, a nationwide call for communities to preserve the markers that tell America’s story — and Somerset County leaders rolled up their sleeves to do exactly that.

Commissioners Sara Sooy and Elizabeth Graner spent the past several days visiting historical markers across the county, making sure each one is clean, visible, and ready to be enjoyed by residents and visitors. These markers are small but powerful monuments, offering a glimpse into the people, places, and events that shaped our region and the nation.

National Historic Marker Day, observed on the last Friday in April, encourages volunteers across the country to help maintain these important touchpoints. Weather and time can wear them down, but community care keeps their stories alive for future generations.

Somerset County also thanked the Heritage Trail Association for joining in the effort and helping celebrate the county’s rich historical landscape.

Residents interested in exploring Somerset County’s markers can now plan a personalized route using the county’s new GIS‑powered story map, an interactive tool that brings 250 years of history to life.

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