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:

1. Preserve and protect the town of Boonton's unique cultural, architectural and industrial history;
2. Preserve and share the area's rich history, folklore, arts and humanities of the past and present;
3. Encourage preservation and restoration of historic landmarks in the town;
4. Protect and display the museum's collections; and
5. 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.

Exhibits 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) 2012 WALKING TOURS     All start at 10:00AM   Suggested donation $5.00.  10% discount tickets to certain Main Street eateries and businesses. Photos Historical Society House Tours 1 Historical Society  House Tours 2 Historical Society

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

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For more information please email: Boontonhistory@boonton.org