ALEXANDRIA HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Alexandria Township has an active historical society with programs on antique Christmas ornaments, the Civil War, old breweries, Indians and more, all related to our area. The Mt. Salem Church was the past headquarters for the Historical Society.
The Alexandria Historical Society meets the 2nd Thursday of the month at 7:30PM. Meetings are held at the Museum of Local History (The Prevost House) at 1100 Frenchtown-Milford Road (From Milford, a right turn in next driveway after Bo Bo’s. From Frenchtown, a left turn into driveway after Cornerstone Cafe.) Check the Democrat and this site for information on featured speakers.
The Prevost Farm House on the Milford-Frenchtown Road was donated to the Township and is being leased to the Historical Society for $1 a year. It opened as an historical library and museum to hold many of our interesting acquisitions related to the township and surrounding area. It will be open to our school children and the community.
The Society is seeking contributions of furniture, pictures, books, maps, documents and clothing of the 1800’s period to add to the collection.
We invite you to attend meetings and help us preserve the facts and fables of our community and hope you will consider becoming a member.
Contact us at Historical@Alexandria-nj.us
Phone: 908-996-4565
HISTORY BOOK CLUB
The Alexandria Township Historic Preservation Commission is sponsoring a history book club. The program will feature books about early America, including recent and critically acclaimed titles. For more information call Peter Leitner at 735-9359 or at leitnerp@yahoo.com. Open to all.
COMING ATTRACTIONS
| Saturday, September 5, 2009 Noon-6pm |
Visit our tent at Frenchtown’s River Fest, Saturday, September 5. For more information on the two-day Festival, http://frenchtownnj.org/riverfest2009.htm |
| Saturday, September 26, 2009 6-9pm |
Artists Showcase and Wine Tasting Benefit, 6 – 9 pm. The Museum of Local History, 1100 Milford-Frenchtown Road Reservations: $25 in advance, $30 at the door. Send checks to: ATHS, P.O. Box 234, Frenchtown, NJ 08825 or at The Wine Hut, Locations in Alexandria and Frenchtown |
| Thursday October 22, 2009 7:30 pm |
Richard Brunkus will give a special presentation on the restoration and conservation of 18th c. and 19th c. American Furniture and Decorative arts. The talk will focus on various techniques used to duplicate period surfaces and details during the process of restoration.The presentation will include a discussion analyzing several 18th c. and 19th. c. pieces of furniture including two Pennsylvania German Decorated chests dated 1781 and 1769, a rare Berks County decorated candle box and an 18th c. Reading, Pennsylvania tall clock made by George Faber. In addition there will be an in depth discussion of the extensive restoration of a rare mid 19th c. minstrel banjo. The actual pieces will be present for the discussion.
Mr. Brunkus received his Bachelor of Fine Arts and his Master of Fine Arts degrees from Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. He currently maintains a private studio that specializes in the restoration of high end 18 c. and 19th c. American furniture and Decorative Arts with a specialization in painted furniture. |
| September 1 | Frenchtown River Fest, Frenchtown.. Noon until 4pm Drop by our tent to say hello and see what’s new with us. |
| September 13 | 1860 Alexandria-Holland Farm Map 7:30 pm The history of it’s creationin 1860 and its recent reprinting. Come find out who originally owned your property. |
| September 22 | Alexandria Township Community Day, Alexandria Township Park, 3:30 until dusk Come visit our table and enjoy the other attractions while mingling with your neighbors. Reproduced historic maps of the area will be on sale. |
| October 6 | Wine Tasting Benefit, 6 until 9pm Sponsored by The Wine Hut of Alexandria and Frenchtown. |
| November 8 | Hunterdon’s participation in the Civil War, 7:30 pm. Local reenactors bring history to life. |
| Spring 2008 | Lime Kiln Industry, 7:30 pm. A return engagement by speaker Frank Curcio If you missed Frank’s talk last fall, you don’t want to miss out again.Alexandria and Holland’s divorce in the 1870’s, Date TBA |
| May 10 | Art Show and Wine Tasting Benefit. This special exhibit will highlight local artists. If you would like to enter some work, give us a call. The museum will be open additional days to accommodate the public, TBA. |
| Check for further details and possible change in programs. All events are at the Prevost House, unless otherwise noted. Items are submitted to Deleware Valley News and Democrat. Updates may also be found on our web site, www.Alexandria-nj.us/Alexandria_Historical_Society.htmIf you have an interest in the history of the area, there are many volunteer opportunities.
The Prevost House was built in 1840 and has limited ADA access. Please call 908-996-4565 for assistance. |
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| September 1 | Frenchtown River Fest, Frenchtown.. Noon until 4pm Drop by our tent to say hello and see what’s new with us. |
| September 13 | 1860 Alexandria-Holland Farm Map 7:30 pm The history of it’s creationin 1860 and its recent reprinting. Come find out who originally owned your property. |
| September 22 | Alexandria Township Community Day, Alexandria Township Park, 3:30 until dusk Come visit our table and enjoy the other attractions while mingling with your neighbors. Reproduced historic maps of the area will be on sale. |
| October 6 | Wine Tasting Benefit, 6 until 9pm Sponsored by The Wine Hut of Alexandria and Frenchtown. |
| November 8 | Hunterdon’s participation in the Civil War, 7:30 pm. Local reenactors bring history to life. |
| Spring 2008 | Lime Kiln Industry, 7:30 pm. A return engagement by speaker Frank Curcio If you missed Frank’s talk last fall, you don’t want to miss out again.Alexandria and Holland’s divorce in the 1870’s, Date TBA |
| May 10 | Art Show and Wine Tasting Benefit. This special exhibit will highlight local artists. If you would like to enter some work, give us a call. The museum will be open additional days to accommodate the public, TBA. |
| September 1 | Frenchtown River Fest, Frenchtown.. Noon until 4pm Drop by our tent to say hello and see what’s new with us. |
| September 13 | 1860 Alexandria-Holland Farm Map 7:30 pm The history of it’s creationin 1860 and its recent reprinting. Come find out who originally owned your property. |
| September 22 | Alexandria Township Community Day, Alexandria Township Park, 3:30 until dusk Come visit our table and enjoy the other attractions while mingling with your neighbors. Reproduced historic maps of the area will be on sale. |
| October 6 | Wine Tasting Benefit, 6 until 9pm Sponsored by The Wine Hut of Alexandria and Frenchtown. |
| November 8 | Hunterdon’s participation in the Civil War, 7:30 pm. Local reenactors bring history to life. |
| Spring 2008 | Lime Kiln Industry, 7:30 pm. A return engagement by speaker Frank Curcio If you missed Frank’s talk last fall, you don’t want to miss out again.Alexandria and Holland’s divorce in the 1870’s, Date TBA |
| May 10 | Art Show and Wine Tasting Benefit. This special exhibit will highlight local artists. If you would like to enter some work, give us a call. The museum will be open additional days to accommodate the public, TBA. |
| Check for further details and possible change in programs. All events are at the Prevost House, unless otherwise noted. Items are submitted to Deleware Valley News and Democrat. Updates may also be found on our web site, www.Alexandria-nj.us/Alexandria_Historical_Society.htmIf you have an interest in the history of the area, there are many volunteer opportunities.
The Prevost House was built in 1840 and has limited ADA access. Please call 908-996-4565 for assistance. |
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| September 1 | Frenchtown River Fest, Frenchtown.. Noon until 4pm Drop by our tent to say hello and see what’s new with us. |
| September 13 | 1860 Alexandria-Holland Farm Map 7:30 pm The history of it’s creationin 1860 and its recent reprinting. Come find out who originally owned your property. |
| September 22 | Alexandria Township Community Day, Alexandria Township Park, 3:30 until dusk Come visit our table and enjoy the other attractions while mingling with your neighbors. Reproduced historic maps of the area will be on sale. |
| October 6 | Wine Tasting Benefit, 6 until 9pm Sponsored by The Wine Hut of Alexandria and Frenchtown. |
| November 8 | Hunterdon’s participation in the Civil War, 7:30 pm. Local reenactors bring history to life. |
| Spring 2008 | Lime Kiln Industry, 7:30 pm. A return engagement by speaker Frank Curcio If you missed Frank’s talk last fall, you don’t want to miss out again.Alexandria and Holland’s divorce in the 1870’s, Date TBA |
| May 10 | Art Show and Wine Tasting Benefit. This special exhibit will highlight local artists. If you would like to enter some work, give us a call. The museum will be open additional days to accommodate the public, TBA. |
| Check for further details and possible change in programs. All events are at the Prevost House, unless otherwise noted. Items are submitted to Deleware Valley News and Democrat. Updates may also be found on our web site, www.Alexandria-nj.us/Alexandria_Historical_Society.htmIf you have an interest in the history of the area, there are many volunteer opportunities.
The Prevost House was built in 1840 and has limited ADA access. Please call 908-996-4565 for assistance. |
|
| September 1 | Frenchtown River Fest, Frenchtown.. Noon until 4pm Drop by our tent to say hello and see what’s new with us. |
| September 13 | 1860 Alexandria-Holland Farm Map 7:30 pm The history of it’s creationin 1860 and its recent reprinting. Come find out who originally owned your property. |
| September 22 | Alexandria Township Community Day, Alexandria Township Park, 3:30 until dusk Come visit our table and enjoy the other attractions while mingling with your neighbors. Reproduced historic maps of the area will be on sale. |
| October 6 | Wine Tasting Benefit, 6 until 9pm Sponsored by The Wine Hut of Alexandria and Frenchtown. |
| November 8 | Hunterdon’s participation in the Civil War, 7:30 pm. Local reenactors bring history to life. |
| Spring 2008 | Lime Kiln Industry, 7:30 pm. A return engagement by speaker Frank Curcio If you missed Frank’s talk last fall, you don’t want to miss out again.Alexandria and Holland’s divorce in the 1870’s, Date TBA |
| May 10 | Art Show and Wine Tasting Benefit. This special exhibit will highlight local artists. If you would like to enter some work, give us a call. The museum will be open additional days to accommodate the public, TBA. |
| Check for further details and possible change in programs. All events are at the Prevost House, unless otherwise noted. Items are submitted to Deleware Valley News and Democrat. Updates may also be found on our web site, www.Alexandria-nj.us/Alexandria_Historical_Society.htmIf you have an interest in the history of the area, there are many volunteer opportunities.
The Prevost House was built in 1840 and has limited ADA access. Please call 908-996-4565 for assistance. |
|
| September 1 | Frenchtown River Fest, Frenchtown.. Noon until 4pm Drop by our tent to say hello and see what’s new with us. |
| September 13 | 1860 Alexandria-Holland Farm Map 7:30 pm The history of it’s creationin 1860 and its recent reprinting. Come find out who originally owned your property. |
| September 22 | Alexandria Township Community Day, Alexandria Township Park, 3:30 until dusk Come visit our table and enjoy the other attractions while mingling with your neighbors. Reproduced historic maps of the area will be on sale. |
| October 6 | Wine Tasting Benefit, 6 until 9pm Sponsored by The Wine Hut of Alexandria and Frenchtown. |
| November 8 | Hunterdon’s participation in the Civil War, 7:30 pm. Local reenactors bring history to life. |
| Spring 2008 | Lime Kiln Industry, 7:30 pm. A return engagement by speaker Frank Curcio If you missed Frank’s talk last fall, you don’t want to miss out again.Alexandria and Holland’s divorce in the 1870’s, Date TBA |
| May 10 | Art Show and Wine Tasting Benefit. This special exhibit will highlight local artists. If you would like to enter some work, give us a call. The museum will be open additional days to accommodate the public, TBA. |
| Check for further details and possible change in programs. All events are at the Prevost House, unless otherwise noted. Items are submitted to Deleware Valley News and Democrat. Updates may also be found on our web site, www.Alexandria-nj.us/Alexandria_Historical_Society.htmIf you have an interest in the history of the area, there are many volunteer opportunities.
The Prevost House was built in 1840 and has limited ADA access. Please call 908-996-4565 for assistance. |
|
| September 1 | Frenchtown River Fest, Frenchtown.. Noon until 4pm Drop by our tent to say hello and see what’s new with us. |
| September 13 | 1860 Alexandria-Holland Farm Map 7:30 pm The history of it’s creationin 1860 and its recent reprinting. Come find out who originally owned your property. |
| September 22 | Alexandria Township Community Day, Alexandria Township Park, 3:30 until dusk Come visit our table and enjoy the other attractions while mingling with your neighbors. Reproduced historic maps of the area will be on sale. |
| October 6 | Wine Tasting Benefit, 6 until 9pm Sponsored by The Wine Hut of Alexandria and Frenchtown. |
| November 8 | Hunterdon’s participation in the Civil War, 7:30 pm. Local reenactors bring history to life. |
| Spring 2008 | Lime Kiln Industry, 7:30 pm. A return engagement by speaker Frank Curcio If you missed Frank’s talk last fall, you don’t want to miss out again.Alexandria and Holland’s divorce in the 1870’s, Date TBA |
| May 10 | Art Show and Wine Tasting Benefit. This special exhibit will highlight local artists. If you would like to enter some work, give us a call. The museum will be open additional days to accommodate the public, TBA. |
| Check for further details and possible change in programs. All events are at the Prevost House, unless otherwise noted. Items are submitted to Deleware Valley News and Democrat. Updates may also be found on our web site, www.Alexandria-nj.us/Alexandria_Historical_Society.htmIf you have an interest in the history of the area, there are many volunteer opportunities.
The Prevost House was built in 1840 and has limited ADA access. Please call 908-996-4565 for assistance. |
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Check for further details and possible change in programs. All events are at the Prevost House, unless otherwise noted. Items are submitted to The Democrat. Updates may also be found on our web site, www.Alexandria-nj.us/Alexandria_Historical_Society.htm
If you have an interest in the history of the area, there are many volunteer opportunities.
The Prevost House was built in 1840 and has limited ADA access. Please call 908-996-4565 for assistance.
We have no paid staff. All the work is done by volunteers. We try to assist with questions, but due to limited volunteers and resources, it is not always possible to do so in a timely manner. Share you expertise, get involved with your neighbors and contribute to the preservation of the history of your township..
More information on the history of Hunterdon can be obtained through the Hunterdon Historical Society, Flemington, NJ.
Programs are sponsored in part by the New Jersey Historical Commission by a grant administered by the Hunterdon County Cultural & Heritage Commission
Visit the New Jersey Historical Commission to learn what the state is doing to bring history alive for its residents.
