Celebrating the 75th Anniversary of the Ocean County History Society Location: 26 Hadley Avenue, Toms River Date: Sunday, December 14, 2025 @12:30 PM Please visit the Ocean County Historical Society on Sunday, December 14, 2025, as we proudly celebrate our seventy-fifth anniversary. Our day will commence with a guided tour at 12:30 pm of our […]
Traverse the historic "Road to Clamtown" on the way to Reevestown Cemetery with burials dating back to the 18th century (including some local legends). Children must be accompanied by an adult. This is a 2-mile walk. There may be some uneven and wet spots. For ages 9 years to adult. Fee is $6 per person […]
Children must be accompanied by an adult. This is a 2-mile walk with some uneven and wet spots. Ages 9 years - Adult $8.00 - adult $6.00 - child Registration is required for this event. For program availability, please call: 1-877-627-2757
Stop by the Tuckerton "Crik" Museum at Little Borough Hall to learn the history of Tuckerton Crik and to shop for the holidays. Come see our assortment of local history books, gifts and antiques. This building began as the town's two-cell jail house and borough hall. http://tuckertonhistoricalsociety.org tuckertonhistoricalsociety@gmail.com (609) 294-1547
On the 243rd anniversary of the last documented land engagement of the American Revolution, take a journey on the remnants of the colonial road taken to reach Cedar Bridge Tavern. Discover the bitter conflicts of the Revolution and why this skirmish took place. Ages 9 years - Adult $6 Adult / $5 Children Registration is […]
Discover the vital role the Jersey shore played in the fight for independence and why the last skirmish of the American Revolution happened here on December 27, 1782. Ages 9 years - Adult $5 per person Registration is required for this event. For program availability or a newsletter please call 1-877-627-2757
Ocean County Historical Society Sunday, January 11, 2026, at 2:00 PM The Battle of Springfield – presented by Bob Gula Join us for a talk by Bob Gula, who will be portraying Revolutionary War soldier Jehiel Day (his 5x great grandfather!) as he discusses the Battle of Springfield. The Battle of Springfield in 1780 was […]
Monmouth University Professor Melissa Ziobro will present a program called "Born to Run and the American Experience." She will explore the historical context, lyrical depth and cultural resonance. Free admission; open to the public. www.bricktownshiphistoricalsociety.com Please Park in the rear of the firehouse and enter by the door on the right on ground level.
𝗠𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗙𝗶𝗲𝗹𝗱𝘀 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗯𝗹𝗮𝘇𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝗗𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗗𝗲𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝗦𝗔 𝗠𝗮𝗶𝗹 Jackson Branch • Tuesday, February 10 • 6:30pm 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲: https://theoceancountylibrary.libnet.info/event/15267068 Join Dr. Daisy Nelson Century as she presents a riveting historical interpretation of Mary Fields. Discover the remarkable story of Mary Fields, affectionately known as "Stagecoach Mary." Breaking barriers as the first African American woman […]
The Declaration of Independence was written using iron gall ink with a quill pen. For this program we will learn how to make similar ink using charcoal and trying our hand with a quill pen. Ages ALL $7.00 per person oceancountyparks.org 732 506 9090
“A Titanic Loss for New Jersey” by Robert DeSando Sunday, February 15, 2026, at 2:00 PM Meet Robert DeSando as he discusses his newest book " A Titanic Loss for New Jersey" on Sunday, February 15, 2026, at 2:00 PM. Learn about how the sinking of the Titanic impacted New Jersey from both a personal […]
General George Washington Learn about the five New Jersey signers of the Declaration of Independence as presented by General George Washington. Sam Davis is a first person interpreter who brings General Washington to life in this enlightening and entertaining performance. Seating is limited Email to register: Lippy330@comcast.net Light refreshments provided. February 28th at 1pm Community […]
After a short meeting of the Brick Township Historical Society, there will be "Collector's Night," featuring collections from many individuals to see and enjoy. If you wish to have your collection considered for display, please call 732-785-2500. www.bricktownshiphistoricalsociety.com Please park in the rear of the firehouse and enter by the door on the right on […]
On Saturday, March 14 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Giffordtown Schoolhouse Museum, meet George Washington as he reflects upon his life. General Washington will discuss his role in the French and Indian War, the Revolutionary War, his family, his presidency, his role in being a slave owner and more. George Washington is […]
“Gravesites of the Signers of the Declaration of Independence” presented by TJ Fallon Sunday, March 15, 2026 – 2:00 PM TJ Fallon returns to the Ocean County Historical Society on Sunday, March 15, 2026, with a PowerPoint presentation on the gravesites of the fifty-six signers of the Declaration of Independence. Back in 2020, TJ was […]
