Jersey Shore Magazine

j e r s e y s h o r e • F A L L / H O L I D A Y 2 0 1 5 37 HOLMES-HENDRICKSON HOUSE 62 Longstreet Road, Holmdel (732) 462-1466 www.monmouthhistory.org This historic home was built circa 1754 in the Dutch vernacular tradition for a well-to-do farm- ing family. Open May - September, Fri., Sat., Sun. 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM. THE HISTORIC VILLAGE AT ALLAIRE Allaire State Park, Route 524, Wall (732) 938-2371 www.allairevillage.org The Historic Village at Allaire is a non-profit, edu- cational institution and outdoor history museum. Through collections, exhibits, and daily programs, the village presents events in the everyday lives of the inhabitants of Howell Works, an industrial com- munity established between 1822 and 1850 when bog ore was smelted. The purpose is to create an understanding of the lives and times of the men, women, and children who lived and worked at the Howell Works. Grounds open year round. Buildings open Memorial Day - Labor Day, Wed. - Sun. 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM; weekends in May, Sept., Oct., Nov. 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM. See also "Allaire State Park" under "Parks & Recreation Areas." HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF OCEAN GROVE 50 Pitman Avenue, Ocean Grove (732) 774-1869 www.oceangrovehistory.org Founded by Methodists as a camp meeting ground back in 1869, Ocean Grove, which is a National Historic District featuring Victorian charm, is still flourishing today for its original purpose. The Historical Society offers guided tours inside the quaint tent colony, visits to Centennial Cottage (open July and August, Mon. - Sat. 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM weather permitting) and the Great Auditorium, built to standards set forth in the Book of Genesis. HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF OCEAN GROVE MUSEUM, LIBRARY/ ARCHIVES, GIFT SHOP, AND GALLERY 50 Pitman Avenue, Ocean Grove (732) 774-1869 www.oceangrovehistory.org Located at Auditorium Square, this museum exhib- its Ocean Grove and Jersey Shore memorabilia, historical documents, and artifacts of years gone by and features a library/archives area, gallery, and gift shop. Come see and read about Ocean Grove's history! Open mid-June - mid-September, Mon. - Thurs. 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM; Fri. and Sat. till 5:00 PM; October - mid-December, Saturdays only 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM. INFOAGE SCIENCE / HISTORY LEARNING CENTER AND MUSEUM 2201 Marconi Road, Wall (732) 280-3000 www.CampEvans.org InfoAge's home is a World War II historical site located in Wall Township at the site of the for- mer Camp Evans. Part of the InfoAge's mission is the stewardship of Camp Evans, preserving the heritage of the site including the historic Marconi station and major WWII radar laboratory buildings, and developing an 'Information Age Learning Center' in the historic buildings. Visit the National Broadcasters Hall of Fame and the NJARC Museum in the Marconi Cottage. Enjoy an escort- ed tour of the Marconi Hotel, and see the WWII Living Memorial. We have ten rooms filled with computer, radar, radio, and shipwreck exhibits. Open Wed., Sat., and Sun. 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Suggested admission: $5./person. The Museum is appropriate for ages six to adult. JOHN F. PETO STUDIO MUSEUM 102 Cedar Avenue, Island Heights (732) 929-4949 www.petomuseum.org The mission of this museum is the preservation of the John F. Peto legacy by maintaining his 115-year-old house and studio as a working museum, by fostering educational opportunities in the arts, and by serving as a community part- ner. Guests will see the original studio, artifacts, and furnishing used by Peto, who lived and worked in Island Heights from 1890 to 1907. Today, Peto is recognized as one of America's most important still life painters. His works are found in the world's finest museums, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York and the National Gallery of Art in Washington DC. His artwork is dominated by rich colors and enhanced lighting. He often used the "fool the eye" tech- nique known as trompe l'oeil. Open Sat. and Sun. 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM; Mon. - Fri. by appointment. Admission: adults: $10.; children twelve and under: $5. LACEY SCHOOLHOUSE MUSEUM Lacey Historical Society 126 South Main Street (Route 9) Forked River, (609) 971-0467 www.laceytownship.org/content/ 4714/3936/5098/default.aspx This circa 1868 schoolhouse museum has displays of tools, utensils, furniture, and photos depicting local life in years gone by. Open mid-June - Labor Day, Wed. 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM; Sat. 10:00 AM - noon. LAKEHURST HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM 300 Center Street, Lakehurst (732) 657-8864 www.lakehurstnj.org/historysociety. html Community museum featuring local artifacts including railroad items and items from the Hindenburg as well as other artifacts of interest. Open Wed. and Sun. 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM. THE LITTLE RED SCHOOLHOUSE MUSEUM Waretown Historical Society 182 Wells Mills Road (Route 532) Waretown, (609) 693-4177 or (609) 693-3304 www.twpoceannj.gov/Historical_ Society.html A replica of an old Red Schoolhouse that was used from the mid 1800s to 1958. Collection of artifacts, photos, and genealogy information. Open June - Labor Day, Fridays only 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM. LONG BEACH ISLAND HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION MUSEUM Engleside and Beach Avenues Beach Haven, (609) 492-0700 www.lbimuseum.com This museum reveals life on Long Beach Island during the Victorian era. Come view their col- lection of early photographs ranging from the big hotel era to hurricanes that tore through the Island. The Museum also displays an extensive collection of recovered shipwreck artifacts and documents the lives of the early Barnegat Baymen and seafarers. Admission: $3 per adult; children with adults are free. Open Memorial Day weekend - late June, Sat. and Sun. 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM. Late June - Labor Day, seven days a week 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM; Sept. 10 - early October, Sat. and Sun. 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM. LONGSTREET FARM AND HOLMDEL PARK 44 Longstreet Road, Holmdel Park Holmdel, (732) 946-3758 or (732) 842-4000 www.monmouthcountyparks.com A living history farm located in Holmdel Park that maintains life as it was during the 1890s. Costumed interpreters work the farm as it was over a hundred years ago. Come see the 14-room farmhouse, live animals, agricultural fields, and barnyard! Activities, guided tours, and children's programs are available. Open everyday except Christmas. The farmhouse is open only on weekends. Holmdel Park's 572 acres features hiking and fitness trails, fishing and skating ponds, tennis courts, playgrounds, picnic areas, a sledding hill, and more. MARLPIT HALL 137 Kings Highway, Middletown (732) 462-1466 www.monmouthhistory.org This rare example of colonial architecture was erected in several stages. A one-room Dutch cot- tage was begun in 1685 by James Grover, Jr., and was greatly enlarged circa 1730-1750 by 'Squire' John Taylor, a prominent merchant. The house remained in the Taylor family until acquired for Monmouth County Historical Association in 1936. It is furnished to reflect ownership from 1685 through 1820, with five rooms providing the time line. Open May - September, Fri., Sat., Sun. 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM. continued on page 38 Longstreet Farm in Holmdel. courtesy of Monmouth County Park System

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