This page was last updated February 01, 2010    
  
 Where: in the John Taylor Building,
210 Main Street, Boonton, NJ 07005
(free parking in the rear)
Phone: 973.402.8840
Hours: Saturdays, 1 - 4 p.m. or by appointment
e-mail: boontonhistory@boonton.org
Photo's! - Please visit our photo gallery
Monthly News Bulletin - February 2010
Newsletter - GEM 2009
The Boonton Historical Society and Museum was founded in 1959 by a group of business people and others who were interested in preserving and promoting Boonton's history, which dates to the mid-1700's. The original village of Boonton now lies under the Jersey City Reservoir. Today's Boonton began in about 1829 as a result of the construction of the Morris Canal and the development of the New Jersey Iron Company.
The Society's extensive collection of Boonton historical material is housed in the landmark John Taylor Building at 210 Main Street. This house, which combines elements of Colonial Revival and Victorian Gothic styles, was built in 1897-8 for use as a residence and office for Dr. John L. Taylor. His wife Adelaide had received the land as a gift from her father, the Hon. John L. Kanouse. MISSION STATEMENT:
The Boonton Historical Society and Museum is a non-profit organization, incorporated in 1959, located in the town of Boonton, New Jersey. Its mission is to: - Preserve and protect the town of Boonton's unique cultural, architectural and industrial history;
- Preserve and share the area's rich history, folklore, arts and humanities of the past and present;
- Encourage preservation and restoration of historic landmarks in the town;
- Protect and display the museum's collections; and
- Provide educational programs, guided historical tours and exhibitions to a diverse population.
The Museum Gift Shop at the John Taylor Building is open during regular museum hours and by appointment, and carries Boonton-related books, maps, magnets, Boontonware, T-shirts, sweatshirts, prints, postcards, greeting cards - and much more!
Also available: many books, including - Boonton was an Irontown by Peter C. Wendt, Jr.(2002).
Gift Shop orders can be placed with Tammie Holloway at tammie_eric@verizon.net. BOONTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY AND MUSEUM announces its deck of playing cards featuring homes, churches, and historic buildings in Boonton   
Now on sale in the Gift Shop - $10.00/deck
- Afternoon & Evening Programs -Click here for a printable 2010 schedule (.pdf)
02/17/10 Lincoln: Man of Sorrow - Senior Center 2:00PM
This presentation gives special insights into our country’s great emancipator.
While Lincoln the president struggles with the wrenching experiences of a
country divided, Lincoln the family man deals with an irrational wife and the
deaths of dearly loved sons..
An NJCH Program
03/17/10 The Boonton Police Department: 1867 – 1999 - Senior Center 7:00PM
Ex-police Chief Steven Stross presents the history of the Boonton Police
Department with pictures and artifacts while stressing " the human side of police work" by discussing certain events that took place within the department before and during his thirty- three years with the department.
04/21/10 Boonton Architecture - Senior Center 7:00PM
Local architect, Lawrence Korinda, talks about the evolution and development
of architectural styles in Boonton.
05/15/10 Murder Mystery Tea - Senior Center 2:00PM
Presenting “Murder at the Earl of Grey’s Hound Manor”. The guests have gathered at Hound Manor for the reading of the will of the late Earl of Grey. The reading of the will has been delayed because of the torrential rain. The roads are flooded and the Barrister has not yet arrived. The Earl’s untimely death is shrouded in mystery. All the guests are under suspicion of murder!
05/19/10 18th. Century Clock Making in New Jersey - Senior Center 7:00PM
The clock in America is viewed as an art form as purely individualistic as
any sculpture, painting or architectural design. Handcrafted clock making
In 18th. century New Jersey rivals America’s best when it comes to
the beauty and sophistication of its grandfather clocks. The centers of
Production were located in Elizabethtown in the north and Burlington in
the south. This slide presentation will focus on clocks held in private
collections. An NJCH Program
09/26/10 Boonton Day Celebration
Don’t forget to visit our booth on Main Street where our costumed hosts will dispense
goodies, and provide you with information concerning our museum and our upcoming
programs. Souvenirs and holiday gift giving ideas aplenty at our Gift Store.
10/02/10 Tour of Greenwood Cemetery featuring “Soup to Die For”
Join us for our annual cemetery tour, this year featuring noteworthy townsfolk resting in
Greenwood Cemetery. Why not finish the tour at the Museum with some warm home made soup served in Boontonware bowls. Price of the soup includes the bowl!!
11/17/10 Annual Membership Meeting 7:00PM
Presentation TBD.
A brief Membership Meeting precedes this presentation.
12/10/10 Holiday Open House Museum 7:00PM
Celebrate the holiday season with us at the museum. Refreshments
and entertainment. We look forward to having you join us as
we end another year of activities and look forward to 2011.
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Permanent - "Boonton: the Early Years"
The permanent exhibit of the history of Boonton from 1741 to 1903, chronicled in a timeline, photographs, text and artifacts.
(Image 1 & Image 2)
“Boonton High School Hall of Fame” an exhibit of photographs and memorabilia honoring 24 former students who are on the Hall of Fame, Now through Spring 2010. Open Saturdays from 1:00 – 4:00pm and weekdays by appointment |
MEMBERSHIP FEES: ____ Individual $20 ____ Family $25 ____Seniors/Students $15 ____
Lifetime Membership $200____ Business $30 Make check payable to: Boonton Historical Society and Museum Please print form and mail to: 210 Main Street Boonton, New Jersey 07005, Attention: Membership Chairperson Name: ________________________________
Phone: ___________________ Address: ___________________________________________ City: __________________________ State: ________
Zip Code ___________ For more information please email: Boontonhistory@boonton.org |
