The Historical Society of Hammonton (HSH) presents another fun FREE-to-ALL Speaker Series event on Thursday, November 7, 2024, at 7:00 PM at the Canoe Club Senior Center, Hammonton Lake Park. No pre-registration required.
Join us for a fascinating journey through Hammonton’s medical history! From the town’s earliest days, dedicated doctors have been at the heart of the community. Some traveled to remote settlements, while others, like the legendary James Still—known as the “Old Black Doctor of the Crossroads”—offered remedies beyond conventional training. Hammonton’s first resident physician, Dr. Joseph H. North Sr., arrived from Maine in 1858, creating a legacy that lasted for generations. Over the years, Hammonton has been home to many similarly devoted doctors.
Our speaker, Dr. Biren Tandan, M.D., is a renowned Urological Surgeon who immigrated from India to the United States in 1972. Establishing his practice on White Horse Pike in 1973 and later moving to Bellevue Avenue in 1980, Dr. Tandan has been a dedicated physician in Hammonton for decades. A long-time member of Kiwanis, he now “semi-retired,” serves as a consultant to Ancora Hospital, volunteers at a charity clinic in Cape May Courthouse, and participates in the Health Tap network, supporting patients worldwide. Dr. Tandan will share stories of Hammonton’s notable doctors, spanning from the town’s founding to the present day, in what promises to be an enlightening evening.
The presentation begins at 7:00 PM, following the HSH Monthly Membership Meeting at 6:00 PM, open to all. If attending just the lecture, we recommend arriving around 6:45-6:50 PM. Refreshments will be available.
Don’t miss this chance to learn about Hammonton’s rich medical heritage and Dr. Tandan’s inspiring contributions to the community.
The Historical Society of Hammonton is dedicated to preserving and celebrating the rich, multi-cultural social, economic, and political heritage of our town and its people. Our mission is to increase awareness of Hammonton’s rich history and to establish public access by collecting, conserving, interpreting, and promoting it to the widest possible audience.
Our Museum, built in 1887, is a treasure in itself. Formerly the Hammonton Town Hall, it also served as a Town Library and Kindergarten. Located in Hammonton Veterans Memorial Park, it is open to the public on Tuesdays from 10 AM to Noon and Saturdays from 11 AM to 2 PM.
We are always looking for new member and volunteers, even if you’re new to Hammonton. Volunteering with us is a fun way to learn about and appreciate our great town. We uncover exciting new bits of Hammonton history every week! Our Museum also sells many books highlighting local history, including out-of-print titles. All proceeds support the Historical Society of Hammonton.
