Atlantic Highlands Historical Society
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Mark your calendar with some of these upcoming events in Atlantic Highlands as well as events offered by other historic groups in New Jersey.
ATLANTIC HIGHLANDS HISTORICAL SOCIETY MONTHLY MEETINGS
To better understand where we live, it helps to know our history and join with other people who care about it. The monthly programs of the Historical Society bring us speakers who explore and interpret the past of our town, region and nation, and bring it to life with facts, stories, graphics and discussion. Speaker programs are the third Wednesday of every month from March to July and September to November, at 7:30 p.m. at the Senior Center at the Atlantic Highlands Marina.
The Fabulous Fifties - September 15
He’ll tickle your memory if you’re over 50. If you’re younger you’ll learn what made the 1950s a special decade that oldsters treasure. The presenter is Bill Chemerka, who has appeared in numerous historical films, including Alamo: the Price of Freedom; Sweet Liberty; Last of the Mohicans; Glory; Gettysburg; Gods and General; Houston: The Legend of Texas, and History Channel shows.
Tavern Under the Bridge - October 20
Replacing the Route 36 bridge in Highlands required archaeological and historical investigation of the Woodward/Schenk Tavern which had been on the River’s west bank at least by 1807. It became a large resort hotel, but was torn down in 1932 for bridge construction. Left behind were archaeological deposits, including a midden filled with shells, animal bone and artifacts that reveal glimpses of early tavern life. Archaeologist Dr.Jean Howson will describe the research and show artifacts and facsimiles of historic maps and documents.
Dating Historic Buildings - November 17
How to decipher a building’s past? What physical evidence and historic documentation do you look for to assess a building’s origin and evolution? A slide presentation by historic architect Margaret Westfield explains this research, focusing on a 1765 building that was significantly altered in 1888.
OTHER ATLANTIC
HIGHLANDS HISTORICAL SOCIETY EVENTS
August 18, 2010 - Potluck Supper
August 21, 2010 - Arts and Crafts Festival
The Atlantic Highlands Historical Society is hosting their 38th annual Arts and Crafts Festival on Saturday August 21st from 10AM to 4PM - (Rain date is Sunday August 22nd ). The outdoor event begins at Veterans’ Park on First Ave. and continues on the Avenue. The festival features more then 50 arts and hand crafters, food vendors, children’s activities, a gift auction, musical entertainment, and local business participation.
To participate or for further information about the festival please call 732-291-4313 or 732-872-9124.September 11, 2010 - Flea Market
The Atlantic Highlands Historical Society will hold its 32nd annual Outdoor Flea Market at the Atlantic Highlands Marina on Saturday September 11th from 10AM to 4PM. Rain date Sept. 18th.
A large variety of antiques and collectibles, crafts, new and as always the pre-used and hardly used variety of just about anything. There are 150 spaces which are always filled. Spaces are $25 each. You must provide your own tables.
If you would like to join us to sell please call 732-291-4313 or 732-291-9337 to request a contract.
If you have nothing to sell just come and join us for a day of hunting for something novel, a collectible, or just plain old bargain for that something you just can’t do without.
October 29 - 30, 2010 - Lantern Tour
December 8, 2010 - Holiday Concert
