The Snyder Academy of Elizabethtown

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The Snyder Academy of Elizabethtown A vibrant center for the arts, history, education, economic development and social advancement in his Through the generous support of the Harold B.

Since 1664 the site of the Snyder Academy of Elizabethtown operated by the Old First Historic Trust (OFHT) has been holy ground and the hub of a dynamic and diverse community of pioneers, thinkers and leaders. Here stands the First Presbyterian Church of Elizabeth (FPCE), whose sanctuary is located on the site of the meetinghouse constructed by the founders of the colony. This is the place where New Jersey was born, where James Caldwell preached independence and where generations of prominent New Jersey residents came together to define the values and traditions that we as a people hold dear today. and Dorothy A. Snyder Foundation, the New Jersey Historic Trust (NJHT) and the Neighborhood Revitalization Tax Credit (NRTC) program, the Snyder Academy of Elizabethtown has recently been renovated and reborn. With a truly unique mix of historic treasures and state of the art facilities, it promises to be a catalyst for community and economic development as well as a cultural and educational center. The campus consists of an astonishing constellation of resources and facilities in the heart of midtown Elizabeth just two blocks from the NJ Transit Northeast Corridor train station and 10 minutes from Newark Airport.

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🇺🇸 One historic week. So many ways to be part of it.

Join us in Elizabeth, New Jersey, October 15–19, 2026, as we commemorate America’s 250th with a week of history, heritage, connection and celebration.

Throughout the week, the Old First Cemetery Descendants Reunion, Four Centuries in a Weekend Historic Tour, and The Elizabethtown Ball come together as part of one special celebration of the people, places and stories that helped shape America.

You choose how you experience it. Attend the entire celebration or join us for the activities that interest you most.

🗓️ OCTOBER 15–19 | OLD FIRST CEMETERY DESCENDANTS REUNION

Reconnect with your roots through genealogy, history, fellowship and special programming. Descendants, families, friends, historians, genealogists and anyone interested in Elizabeth’s history are welcome.

FREE • Registration recommended

🏛️ SATURDAY & SUNDAY OCTOBER 17 & 18 | FOUR CENTURIES IN A WEEKEND

Explore Elizabeth’s historic treasures, including Old First Cemetery, Snyder Academy, Boxwood Hall, Liberty Hall and Belcher-Ogden Mansion.

FREE • Self-Guided or as a Reunion Group

✨ SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18 | THE ELIZABETHTOWN BALL Complete the weekend with an elegant evening featuring a cocktail reception, dinner, live orchestra, awards and dancing.

Ticket purchase required.

📲 Ready to plan your visit? Scan the QR code on the flyers for the main event information, registration details and links to learn more about the Descendants Reunion and purchase tickets for The Elizabethtown Ball.

You can also find the links in our bio.

Come for an afternoon. Stay for the weekend. Be part of history in Elizabeth.

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Address

42 Broad Street
Elizabeth, NJ
07201

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm

Telephone

(908) 289-0960

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