Asbury Park Historical Society

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Asbury Park Historical Society

Our mission is to advance the understanding, appreciation, preservation and restoration of anything of historical value to the City of Asbury Park

Advance the understanding, appreciation, preservation and restoration of anything of historical value to the City of Asbury Park, New Jersey through:

• The collection, preservation, restoration, exhibition and archiving of artifacts and documents related to the founding and continuing evolution of the City of Asbury Park

• The restoration and preservation of landmarks, buildings and sites that

exemplify the City's historically diverse character and standing as a premiere New Jersey shore resort

• The development and presentation of educational, entertainment and social programs that highlight significant aspects of the City's history as a center of life, culture and business on the New Jersey shore

• The researching, drafting and publication of historic or new articles, journals, books or newsletters, and the development and production of audio and/or video recordings that document life in the City of Asbury Park

03/04/2026

Are you coming to Asbury Park’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade at 1 PM on Sunday, March 8? If you’re not participating in a pub crawl later, why not witness the greatest “pub brawl” of all time in “The Quiet Man” being screened at the Stephen Crane House (508 4th Avenue) at 3 PM? In our opinion, the two great stars of that 1952 classic are the gorgeous Technicolor presence of Maureen O’Hara and the equally glorious images of the Emerald Isle itself. Fans of the Duke, John Wayne, will applaud him as the title character. Great director John Ford, who won the Academy award for “The Quiet Man”, insisted upon filming in Ireland itself, resulting in a second Oscar for cinematography. And there’s that worldclass “Donnybrook” with flying fisticuffs! We will have refreshments, including some homemade Irish soda raisin bread (regular and vegan) along with coffee and tea. Members of the Asbury Park Historical Society are encouraged to attend gratis, but all others are asked for any donation for the Historical Society for the upkeep of the Crane House. Hope to see you with shamrocks on, Sunday, March 8, at 3 PM!

02/10/2026

Calling All Sweethearts - For a Movie Showing, Monday, February 16 at 3 pm, at the Stephen Crane House, 508 Fourth Avenue, Asbury Park.

Asbury Park Historical Society's cherished Frank Dalessandro, will be screening an old-fashioned, light-hearted musical film based (loosely) on a Victor Herbert operetta and
promises to be a delightful conclusion to this year's Valentine's Day weekend.

The 1938 MGM film "Sweethearts," starring Jeanette MacDonald and Nelson Eddy, holds the distinction of being MGM's first feature-length movie produced in three-strip Technicolor. The film dazzles with its vibrant costumes, a multitude of extras, and magnificent orchestral scores.

"Sweethearts" debuted just a year before the beloved "Wizard of Oz." Notably, Frank Morgan, who played the wizard, is third billed after the two leads. The film also features everyone's favorite scarecrow, Ray Bolger, performing lively dance moves dressed as a Dutchman. Additionally, the renowned writer Dorothy Parker, originally from Long Branch, was brought in to enhance the dialogue.

Please join the Asbury Park Historical Society for a lovely afternoon of music and camaraderie with light refreshments, coffee, tea, cake and cookies.

All Asbury Park Historical Society members are invited to attend gratis. All others are encouraged to make a small donation if possible, for the Historical Society.

01/22/2026

📢 TONIGHT! Join us for the Asbury Park Historical Society’s Annual Membership Meeting!

📅 Thursday, January 22
🕡 6:30 PM
📍 Asbury Park Public Library

We’re excited to welcome Dr. Jason Adolf, Endowed Professor of Marine Science at Monmouth University, for a fascinating talk on the history and natural life of Asbury Park’s coastal lakes and simple ways we can all help protect them.

From indigenous Lenape waterways to today’s environmental challenges, Dr. Adolf will explore how these lakes have changed over time and what those changes mean for our local ecosystems.

✨ Light refreshments provided
👋 Open to all! Members and non-members welcome!

01/13/2026

Please join the Asbury Park Historical Society for our Annual Membership Meeting Thursday, January 22, at 6:30 p.m. at the Asbury Park Public Library, located at First and Grand Avenues.

The Historical Society is pleased to host Jason Adolf, PH. D. Endowed Professor of Marine Science at Monmouth University to talk about the History and Natural Life of Asbury Park’s Coastal Lakes and to share simple ways that we can help protect them.

Dr. Adolf’s research focuses on marine ecology and the challenges facing our coastal waters. Before the arrival of European settlers, the indigenous Lanape traversed the lakes in our area, whose tributaries at one time opened to the ocean and an abundance of sea life. Dr. Adolf’s presentation will explore the environmental conditions and mechanisms that drive changes, and how these shifts impact the functioning of marine and aquatic ecosystems.

Light refreshments will be provided. All are invited to attend.

12/15/2025

Beginning in 2001, Christmas at Asbury Park’s Stephen Crane House was marked by our beloved “Season’s Readings” program. We are delighted to revive the tradition with the 20th edition of “Season’s Readings”, an afternoon of mostly light-hearted stories, poems, songs, and reflections inspired by the Christmas season.

You're invited to join us on Sunday, December 21, at 2:00 PM for this festive literary celebration. Guests are welcome to stay after the reading for a screening of our favorite seasonal classic, Jim Henson’s Emmett Otter’s Jug-Band Christmas.

Coffee, soft drinks, cookies, and a few other surprises will be served.
APHS members are admitted free, and donations in any amount are gratefully accepted. Be there for an afternoon of words, warmth, and holiday cheer. Find out more: https://bit.ly/4j1EnfS.

12/10/2025

Embracing the holiday spirit, please join Frank D’Alessandro
for his 20th edition of "Season's Readings” on Sunday, December 21st at 2:00 PM, at the Stephen Crane House, 508 Fourth Ave.
Enjoy a collection of light-hearted stories, poems, and songs, celebrating the Christmas Season!
A screening of our favorite seasonal film: “Jim Henson’s Emmett Otter’s Jug-band Christmas” will follow, for those who wish to remain after the literary portion of the afternoon.
Coffee, soft drinks, cookies, and other surprises will be served.
APHS members may attend gratis. Donations in any amount are welcome for all wishing to attend.

10/25/2025

Come join us for "A Night of Poe and Crane" at The Stephen Crane House 508 Fourth Ave. Asbury Park, Thursday, Oct. 30th, doors open at 6:30 PM, program begins at 7:00 PM. Refreshments will be provided along with a birthday cake in honor of Stephen Crane.

More info: https://tinyurl.com/y7jfkyjk

10/14/2025

Ready for some Halloween fun? We’re partnering with History Chick Tours for a special one-night-only True Crime Walking Tour with a focus on Asbury Park’s darker past. From unsolved mysteries to infamous crimes, this tour will be scary good!

📅One Night Only: Saturday, October 25 at 7 PM • (Raindate: October 26)

📍Meeting Point: Bradley Park, 1300 Ocean Avenue, Asbury Park
Reserve your spot at: www.historychicktours.com

Don’t miss your chance to experience Asbury Park like never before. Spots are limited, sign up today!

09/12/2025

Trustees Susan and Andy Skokos placed the annual commemorative wreath at the site of the SS Morro Castle Monument.

08/15/2025

20 Years of Art on the Asbury Park Boardwalk! The tradition continues this Sunday, August 17 from 9am-5pm! Stroll between Sunset & 5th Ave (just south of Convention Hall) and explore incredible fine art and crafts from talented creators. Celebrating independent artists and the lasting vision of founding artist Ray Sternesky. 🎨

Don’t miss this colorful day by the ocean! Details ➡️ https://bit.ly/4mLBGR8

07/22/2025

On Wednesday, August 13th, at the Stephen Crane House (508 4th Avenue) the Asbury Park Historical Society will be screening a filmed 1985 New York Metropolitan Opera production of Puccini’s sublime “Tosca”, with Hildegard Behrens, Placido Domingo, and Cornell MacNeil. Our doors open at 6:30 PM, with the program to start at 7 PM. Donations to the Asbury Park Historical Society are greatly appreciated, although we urge members of the Society to join us gratis. Light refreshments, coffee (and biscotti!) will be provided for the two-hour screening. Come join us for a summer evening of beautiful music, convivial conversation, and fond memories of Madame Era Tognoli!

Address

508 4th Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ
07712

Opening Hours

12pm - 2pm

Telephone

+17323595355

Website

http://www.aphistoricalsociety.org/

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