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Sandy Hook Foundation

Official non-profit registered charitable partner to the National Park Service at Sandy Hook.

05/30/2026

Visit the Taylor-Bulter House during the Middletown Block Party this Saturday to experience an immersive story with Apple Vision Pro headsets and learn about Col Tye’s journey and tough choices during the Revolutionary War. What would you have done?

This Saturday, May 30th, has alternate hours from 3-6pm for the Middletown Block Party. All other Saturdays and Sundays, hours are from 1-4 pm through July 25th.

Taylor-Bulter House
127 Kings Hwy, Middletown
FREE!

05/29/2026

America's national parks have been called our best idea. This July 3rd, our favorite park becomes the setting for something you won't want to miss.

Join Sandy Hook Foundation and our partners for Anchored By America's Best Idea, an evening celebrating America's 250th alongside 26 tall ships anchored in Sandy Hook Bay.

Board a Seastreak charter from Highlands, arrive at Fort Hancock, and spend the evening under a sailcloth tent with cocktails, stunning views, and the NJ Symphony Chamber Players performing as a brass quintet. Tickets and sponsorships are available now.

This is a once-in-a-generation moment...don't miss it!⛵

🎟🎟🎟 https://paybee.io/in-person-event/shf/3

05/25/2026

Thank you to the brave men and women who gave their lives, to those who lost loved ones and friends, and to those who served and continue to serve. We remember and honor you today.

05/22/2026

We are open for the season at the Lifesaving Station located between lots D and E. The $5 rack is on the porch and new styles and old favorites are inside! Come visit us all summer.

Mon, Thurs, Fri: 12-4
Sat, Sun: 9-4

Shop online at sandyhooknj.org/shf-store (link in bio)

05/08/2026

Donated by SHF supporter and volunteer, Stan Kosinski. Thank you Stan, Saltwater Exposures

Enjoy a 3-hour, hands-on photography adventure through Sandy Hook with expert local photographer Stan Kosinski, exploring the park’s most photogenic spots and learning to capture stunning images in real time.

You do not need to be at the event to bid and win.
https://paybee.io/@12?itemId=69fa8a48e5e4f9935b8f5db0

05/06/2026

Guess what... we've added a LIVE auction to the Sunset Soirée, and we're thrilled to announce this generous donation from Netflix Studios Fort Monmouth. THIS IS THE SIGN TO GET YOUR TICKETS because you'll want to be there for this one!

Sunset Soiree • May 8th • 6-9 pm • Mule Barn Tavern

Tickets available at https://paybee.io/in-person-event/shf/2

05/05/2026

Grab your last-minute tickets and place your bids!

Sunset Soirée is this Friday, May 8, 6-9 pm - you are going to want to be there!

Tickets: https://paybee.io/in-person-event/shf/2

Silent Auction is OPEN AND LIVE - available to anyone, you don't need to attend to win (although we really do want you there!)

Auction: https://paybee.io/@12

05/03/2026

Online bidding for the Sunset Soirée Silent Auction is now LIVE! Check it out and keep coming back because we will be adding items throughout the day and all week. So much great stuff, and all proceeds benefit Sandy Hook! Thank you to everyone who donated to the auction. We truly appreciate it!

https://paybee.io/@12

04/30/2026

Sandy Hook Foundation is proud to present: Colonel Tye Fighting for Freedom. This immersive experience uses Apple Vision Pro headsets to bring to life the story of Colonel Tye, an enslaved man who escaped during the Revolutionary War and joined the British forces at their base at Sandy Hook in exchange for his freedom. This experience challenges you to consider what it means to fight for freedom.

Join us for the opening weekend at Monmouth County Historical Association's Taylor-Bulter House in Middletown during Weekend at Old Monmouth.

Saturday, May 2, 10am-5pm
Sunday, May 3, 12-5pm

The exhibit will be open every weekend through July 25th from 1-4pm on a first-come, first-served basis. It will be closed July 4-5.

For more info visit sandyhooknj.org

04/24/2026

You don't want to miss this.

Our silent auction committee has outdone itself, and we are going to start revealing some details so you can get ready to begin bidding a week before the Sunset Soirée.
The auction goes live on May 1st... and the good news is, you can bid and win even if you cannot attend the Soirée.

Stay tuned for additional preview items and make sure you are following us so you know when we go live!

04/22/2026

It's Earth Day. Whether you come for the beach, the trails, the history, or the wildlife, it takes a community to care for places like Sandy Hook and all our national parks. We are proud to be a part of it. We're
National Park Foundation Gateway National Recreation Area

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Fort Hancock, NJ

Telephone

(732) 291-7733

Website

http://www.sandyhooknj.org/, https://paybee.io/in-person-event/shf/2

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