Salem County Historical Society

06/04/2026

06/04/2026

✨ Our Colonial Craft Fair is NEXT Saturday! ✨

Join us on Center Drive behind the Salem County Historical Society for a day filled with local artisans, handcrafted goods, community spirit, and delicious food!

Stroll through our beautiful courtyard, shop a wonderful variety of vendors, and be sure to grab a bite from Creeks Edge Catering, our featured food truck for the day. 🌿🍴

📍 Center Drive (behind the Historical Society)
📅 Saturday, June 13
⏰ 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Bring a friend, enjoy the atmosphere, and help us celebrate Salem County’s rich history and local talent. We can’t wait to see you there! 🇺🇸✨

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06/03/2026

Only a few days away! 🥃✨ We’re excited to celebrate the release of Salem Oak Reserve this Saturday at Pine Tavern Distillery. Stop by, enjoy the festivities, and take home a bottle honoring the legendary Salem Oak. We hope to see you there!

05/29/2026

🎉 Our Colonial Craft Fair is almost here! 🎉

A few important reminders for Saturday, June 13:

• The museum and library will be closed for the event.
• We’ll have a wonderful variety of local vendors, delicious food, and more!
• Center Drive behind the stone barn will be closed to traffic.
• Our side gate on Market Street will be open for access to the courtyard and Center Drive.

The Society and the Salem County 250 Committee are excited to welcome everyone for a fun and memorable day celebrating our community and local history.

We hope to see you there! 🇺🇸✨

05/28/2026

Ever wondered what’s inside the Salem County Historical Society? 👀

Take a peek inside our museum, library, and historic grounds thanks to Piney Explorer’s recent visit! We loved seeing our site through a fresh set of eyes and are grateful for the feature.

Be sure to check out and follow for more adventures across New Jersey’s hidden gems and historic places.

Have you visited us lately? We’d love to hear your favorite part! ❤️

05/26/2026

🇺🇸 Salem’s Bicentennial was nearly 50 years ago—and now the Semiquincentennial is just over a month away!

As we prepare to celebrate America’s 250th birthday, we’re taking a look back at Salem’s Bicentennial festivities in 1976. Do you remember the parade? Were you there? We’d love to hear your favorite memories, stories, or photos from that historic day.

If you’d like to explore more of Salem County’s past, stop by the Salem County Historical Society Museum and Research Library. History isn’t just something we preserve—it’s something we share together.

Tell us your Bicentennial memories in the comments! 🇺🇸✨

05/25/2026

On Memorial Day 1904, the people of Alloway gathered by horse and carriage to honor the soldiers who served before them. More than 120 years later, we continue that same tradition of remembrance, gratitude, and community. 🇺🇸

This historic photograph captures the unveiling of the Soldiers Monument at the Alloway United Methodist Churchyard — a powerful reminder that Memorial Day has always been about honoring sacrifice and preserving memory for future generations.

As we enjoy the freedoms they fought for, may we never forget those who gave everything. ❤️🤍💙

05/22/2026

Our roof is getting an update with a fresh coat of sealant and paint!

Historic buildings require constant care and maintenance, and this project is an important step in protecting our collections for years to come. This section of the building houses our research library, so ensuring a strong, leak-free roof helps safeguard some of our most historic documents and materials.

A big shout-out to Sickler Built, LLC, for their awesome work and attention to detail!