This page displays a selection of programs and events conducted by Don Bender of Cold War Preservation. Not displayed here are numerous lecture programs conducted for historical organizations, libraries, the U.S. National Park Service and others throughout the the NYC metro area, all across New Jersey, and beyond.
Montclair State University
Lecture Program. New Jersey on the Frontlines: Riker Hill and the Statewide Nike Missile Bases during the Cold War
Location: Online (Zoom)
Date & Time: Wednesday October 13, 2021 7pm
Newark Academy
A walking tour of the former Riker Hill Nike missile site and discussion focusing on the era of the Cold War with Newark Academy’s “Looking for America” team.
Location: Riker Hill Art Park, Livingston, NJ
Date & Time: Tuesday May 28, 2019
Conference on New York State History
A walking tour of the former Hart Island Nike missile site for attendees of the annual Conference on New York State History.
“The Conference on New York State History is an annual meeting of academic and public historians, librarians, archivists, educators, publishers, and other interested individuals who come together to discuss topics and issues related to the people of New York State in historical perspective and to share information and ideas regarding historical research, programming, and the networking of resources and services.”
Location: Hart Island, NY (Access to Hart Island is restricted.)
Date and Time: Past Event