The Jacob T. Walden House

The Jacob T. Walden House The Home of the Historical Society of Walden & the Wallkill Valley & stone house museum. The Jacob T. Walden House, located in Walden, New York.

Our FaceBook page is an introduction to our web site www.thewaldenhouse.org. The House is a circa 1768 stone house owned and maintained by the Historical Society of Walden and the Wallkill Valley. The House is on the National Register, and the Society holds monthly member meetings with guest speakers on the 3rd Wednesday evening of most months in April, May, June, July, August, Sept. October, Nov

ember, and December--with special events throughout the year. Please consult the web site calendar for specific upcoming events. Guests and New Members are always welcome!

Thank you so much to Sister Anni and the monks and nuns of Tsechen Kunchab Ling in Walden! They donated some extra flowe...
06/06/2026

Thank you so much to Sister Anni and the monks and nuns of Tsechen Kunchab Ling in Walden! They donated some extra flowers to plant around the Jacob T. Walden house and Shafer House Museum!! .n99 (and Sean!) took on the task of planting. We now have the most beautiful flowers and bushes that will grow for everyone to enjoy!

🔪 Did you know Walden was once known for its world-famous knife industry?Join guest speaker and Trustee member Mary Elle...
06/05/2026

🔪 Did you know Walden was once known for its world-famous knife industry?

Join guest speaker and Trustee member Mary Ellen on June 17, 2026, at 7 PM as she shares The Story of the Knife Industry in Walden—an evening of local history, fascinating stories, and community heritage.

06/01/2026

Step into local history with us this season! 📜✨

The Historical Society of Walden and Wallkill Valley museums will be open on select dates from 11 AM – 4 PM throughout the summer. Explore the stories, artifacts, and heritage that helped shape our community at the Shafer House and Walden House Museums.

đź“ŤShafer House Museum 12 Wait Street, Walden NY
đź“ŤJacob T. Walden House 34 N Montgomery Street, Walden NY

Be sure to save these dates and stop by for a visit and keep an eye out for upcoming events and guest speakers throughout the season!

Join us Tuesday, May 26th from 5–9 PM at Franco’s for a Dine to Donate night benefiting the Historical Society of Walden...
05/24/2026

Join us Tuesday, May 26th from 5–9 PM at Franco’s for a Dine to Donate night benefiting the Historical Society of Walden & Wallkill Valley!

Whether you dine in or take it to-go, 20% of your meal will support the Jacob T. Walden House & the Shafer House Museum 🏡✨ MUST PRESENT COUPON

đź“Ť 74 Oak Street, Walden
🎟 Don’t forget your coupon (print from the website or grab one at the library!)

Eat pizza. Support local history. That’s amore ❤️🍕

05/22/2026

YOU HEARD IT HERE FOLKS! THE SHAFER HOUSE MUSEUM IS NOW OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!! COME STOP BY TOMORROW 11 AM- 4 PM AND COME CHECKOUT THE HISTORY OF WALDEN PRESERVED!! From farms, to knives, and so much more, come step inside and learn the history of our small village!!

🎥: .n99

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05/21/2026

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History lives on because of community. 🤎

We are honored to take part in this year’s Hudson Valley Gives Day alongside so many incredible organizations working to preserve, support, and strengthen our local communities.

Every donation made to The Historical Society of Walden and Wallkill Valley helps support the preservation of the Jacob T. Walden House and the Shafer House Museum, protecting the stories, artifacts, and history that make our village so special.

Join us on May 20th, 2026 and help keep local history alive for future generations.

Visit https://www.hvgives.org/organizations/historical-society-of-the-walden-and-wallkill-valley to participate!

5 HOURS LEFT!!! Direct link to page in caption!!!!
05/20/2026

5 HOURS LEFT!!! Direct link to page in caption!!!!

History lives on because of community. 🤎

We are honored to take part in this year’s Hudson Valley Gives Day alongside so many incredible organizations working to preserve, support, and strengthen our local communities.

Every donation made to The Historical Society of Walden and Wallkill Valley helps support the preservation of the Jacob T. Walden House and the Shafer House Museum, protecting the stories, artifacts, and history that make our village so special.

Join us on May 20th, 2026 and help keep local history alive for future generations.

Visit https://www.hvgives.org/organizations/historical-society-of-the-walden-and-wallkill-valley to participate!

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34 North Montgomery Street
Walden, NY
12586

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