Official Site of The State of New Jersey

Support Historic Preservation in New Jersey - order a “Discover NJ History” license plate today!

Featuring a Victorian-style row house image from a painting by New Jersey artist Harry Devlin, these beautifully designed plates will remind others that history is always ready to be “discovered” in New Jersey.

Money from the sale of these plates goes to the Discover NJ History License Plate Fund that supports heritage tourism planning and educational and collaborative programs throughout the state.

Pay a one-time $50 fee (and a $10 annual renewal) and pick up your Discover NJ History plates at any motor vehicle agency or by mail. You can personalize your historical plates with up to five characters for an initial $100 fee (and a $10 annual renewal).

If you are purchasing a car, ask the dealership to order the plates for you. They are under the "Dedicated Plates" category.

Visit Motor Vehicles Services or preservenjhistory.com to order your "Discover NJ History" plates today!

The New Jersey Historic Trust is currently working with the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission and other partners to bring this commemorative plate to life. Please note the following information: 

• We're working out important details including research, design elements, and production logistics before we can begin accepting formal applications. A design has not been selected yet and may differ from what is currently being proposed and promoted. 
• The plates are expected to be available in about 13 months and will cost drivers a $50 application fee plus a $10 annual renewal.
• At least 500 initial applications are required for manufacturing to begin.

To be added to our pre-registration list, please contact us at njht@dca.nj.gov.