Lawrence Historical Society

The Lawrence Historical Society welcomes nominations for the inaugural Robert B. Immordino Award.

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This award recognizes an individual or organization that has made an exceptional contribution to the civic life and historical narrative of Lawrence Township, New Jersey. It honors the legacy of Robert B. Immordino, Lawrence’s first Municipal Historian and a tireless advocate for local preservation.

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Examples of worthy nominees might include:

• The visionary who founded a local organization with a major impact.

• The business that chose to renovate and preserve a historic property rather than tear it down.

• The advocate who has worked tirelessly to bring public awareness to our local history.

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To submit a nomination, complete the online nomination form by Friday, January 16, 2026.

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The award will be presented at the Founders Day celebration on February 21, 2026.

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About Robert B. Immordino

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Born in Trenton, Robert B. Immordino was a Lawrence Township resident most of his adult life. He had a long abiding interest in American and local history and was appointed by Lawrence Township Council as Lawrence's first official Municipal Historian. He was extremely active in the Lawrence Township Historic and Aesthetic Commission, always looking for ways to celebrate and preserve local historical artifacts. He was directly responsible for beginning the Annual Colonel Hand Historical Marches and was instrumental in accumulating most of the Lawrence Township's Historical Collection housed in Mercer County Library's Lawrence branch.

 

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