SHREWSBURY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

SHREWSBURY, NJ

The Shrewsbury Historical Society is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and promoting the history of the town of Shrewsbury, New Jersey. The society was founded in 1963 and is located in the historic Allen House on Sycamore Avenue in Shrewsbury.

The Allen House is a Federal-style home that was built in 1795 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The house serves as the headquarters of the society and features a museum with exhibits on the town's history, including its role in the American Revolution, the growth of industry in the area, and the impact of the railroad.

The society also maintains a research library with a collection of books, maps, and documents related to the history of Shrewsbury and the surrounding area. In addition to preserving and promoting local history, the society also hosts events and educational programs, including lectures, tours, and workshops.

Membership in the Shrewsbury Historical Society is open to anyone with an interest in local history. Members receive access to the research library, invitations to special events and programs, and a subscription to the society's newsletter. The society also welcomes volunteers who are interested in helping with preservation efforts, event planning, and other tasks.

SHREWSBURY HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in SHREWSBURY NJ. US MID #8403400601

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mid-Atlantic (District of Columbia, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania).

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• telephone: 7325307974
• website: http://shrewsburyhistoricalsociety.org

SHREWSBURY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
PO BOX 333
SHREWSBURY
NJ
07702

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