Historical Society of Hammonton

Monthly Membership Meeting
2026-09-17 18:00 - 18:45, 2026-10-01 18:00 - 18:45 (America/New_York) | Canoe Club at Hammonton Lake Park, 100 Sports Drive, Hammonton, 08037
Join us for our FREE-to-the-public Historical Society of Hammonton (HSH)’s monthly membership meeting which is held at the Canoe Club, Hammonton Lake Park.

The Historical Society of Hammonton Museum preserves the rich social, political economic and multi-cultural heritage of our town and its people. Our mission is to increase awareness of Hammonton’s history, and to establish public access to that history by collecting, conserving, interpreting and promoting it to the widest possible audience. Our historic 188s (former Town Hall/Library/Kindergarten) Museum, a treasure itself, is located behind Hammonton Veterans Memorial park in Leo Club Park at Veterans Memorial Park open to the public every Saturday 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. New volunteers always welcome! Join the fun and learn about our great town!

Monthly Speaker Series Presentation - Topic to be Announced
2026-09-17 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-10-01 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-11-05 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Canoe Club at Hammonton Lake Park, 100 Sports Drive, Hammonton, 08037
The Historical Society of Hammonton (HSH) presents another fun FREE-to-ALL Speaker Series event on the first Thursday of the month at the Canoe Club Senior Center, Hammonton Lake Park. No pre-registration required.
Join us for an evening of local history and community!
First Thursday of the month Canoe Club at Hammonton Lake Park Free and open to the public – no membership or RSVP required!

Schedule: 6 PM – Monthly Membership Meeting 6:45 PM – Refreshments 7 PM – Speaker Series Presentation

Topic to be announced as we get closer to the date 🙂

An Organization for All Ages
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.
Get Involved!
There’s a place for you at HSH. Help at events, join community outreach, support fundraising, or dive into museum collections and oral history. With many active committees, you can get involved as little or as much as you’d like. Send us an email and tell us what interests you!
Located in the historic former Town Hall (built in 1887) in Veterans Memorial Park, the Museum is open on Saturdays from 11 AM–2 PM. Other days by appointment or happenstance (if the OPEN flag is flying, come on in).
For more information, call (609) 270-7652 or email info@historicalsocietyofhammonton.org.
Visit us online at www.historicalsocietyofhammonton.org.
Funding has been made possible in part by the New Jersey Historical Commission, a division of Cultural Affairs within the Department of State, through funds administered by the Atlantic County Office of Cultural and Heritage Affairs.

HSH Book Club
2026-10-29 18:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Plagido’s Winery, 570 N. First Rd., Hammonton, NJ, 08037-9103, United States
Back by Popular Demand – HSH Book Club Returns!

Our first Book Club was such a success that we’re doing it again!
Join the Historical Society of Hammonton on Thursday, October 29, 2026, at Plagido’s Winery for an evening of history, mystery, and great conversation as we explore one of New Jersey’s most enduring legends.

Featured Book: The Secret History of the Jersey Devil: How Quakers, Hucksters, and Benjamin Franklin Created a Monster
Your evening includes: Wine and light snacks available for purchase, and plenty of time to mingle Live Q&A with the author A fascinating presentation by Tony DiGerolamo as he shares his knowledge of the Jersey Devil legend, its history, and the folklore surrounding it Copies of Tony’s books available for purchase

Doors open at 6:00 PM so you can grab a seat, purchase a libation and light snack, browse Tony’s books, and chat with fellow readers before the program begins at 7:00 PM.

Special thanks go to Chelsey Cannistra, whose vision for launching the HSH Book Club made our first event such a memorable evening. We’re excited to continue the series and think this one may be even better!

If you’d like to get a head start, the book is available through Amazon and other booksellers in multiple formats. Whether you’re a Jersey Devil enthusiast, a history lover, or simply looking for a unique night out, we hope you’ll join us!

We’ll see you on October 29!

Monthly Membership Meeting
2026-11-05 18:00 - 18:45 (America/New_York) | Canoe Club at Hammonton Lake Park, 100 Sports Drive, Hammonton, 08037
Join us for our FREE-to-the-public Historical Society of Hammonton (HSH)’s monthly membership meeting which is held at the Canoe Club, Hammonton Lake Park.

The Historical Society of Hammonton Museum preserves the rich social, political economic and multi-cultural heritage of our town and its people. Our mission is to increase awareness of Hammonton’s history, and to establish public access to that history by collecting, conserving, interpreting and promoting it to the widest possible audience. Our historic 188os (former Town Hall/Library/Kindergarten) Museum, a treasure itself, is located behind Hammonton Veterans Memorial park in Leo Club Park at Veterans Memorial Park open to the public every Saturday 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. New volunteers always welcome! Join the fun and learn about our great town!

Memorial Day Museum Open House
2027-05-31 10:00 - 13:00 UTC | HSH Museum, 333 Vine Street, Hammonton, 333 Vine Street, Hammonton, NJ, 08037, United States
We warmly invite you to our Annual Memorial Day Open House on Monday, May 31, from 10 AM to 1 PM. This year, we’re excited to showcase our redesigned and expanded Veterans Display, a permanent exhibit that honors Hammontonians who have served our country. The display now includes many new artifacts generously donated by local families.
While you’re here, explore our other spring exhibits.
