Essex Mountain Sanatorium-Author Presentation and Book Signing

Verona Historical Society presents:Author Presentation and Book Signing-Essex Mountain Sanatorium by Richard Kennedy
Founded in 1907  this tuberculosis hospital high on the hill above Overbrook grew to become one of the finest treatment centers in the nation, expanding into a complex of 20 buildings that encompassed nearly 300 acres. Author Richard A Kennedy, an amateur historian and past explorer of Essex Mountain Sanatorium, has amassed a collection of photographs culled from libraries, historical societies, and private collections to pay a final, lasting tribute to this once grand institution, which is now lost to time."In his work, Rich has captured the true essence of the sanatorium—its buildings and its people. Although the buildings no longer stand, with this timeless tribute its proud and shining story will not be forgotten." says VHS President Robert Williams. On Tuesday September 3rd at 7:30pm at the Verona Community Center, the Verona Historical Society is proud to host Rich Kennedy and debut his book on the Sanatorium which will be available for sale. Mr. Kennedy will present on the history of the institution and the lure that enticed him and so many others to explore it in the years shortly before its demolition. He will talk about his many interesting finds and, among other details, mention the tunnel system that connected some of the buildings--some of which are thought to still survive and the legend of the tunnels connecting the penitentiary to the west with Overbrook to the east.
For more information, Contact Julie at twoJVO@comcast.net or 973-857-1968
www.VeronaHistorical.org
Also visit mountainsanatorium.net for more pictures.