Glassboro Historical Society

06/03/2026

Very happy Birthday to our very own Stationmaster Richard Drobil !!! Thank you for all you do!!! Train Station Garden Glassboro Historical Society

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we remember and honor thise who made the ultimate sacrifice to protect our freedom and our country.

We will be open at the Glassboro Historical Society from 10am to 1pm in conjunction with Glassboro's Memorial Day parade! Stop by before or after the parade and see what the Depot has to offer.

05/04/2026

Come check out the beautiful glass display at Borough Hall!

05/02/2026

Today, the Col. Louis R. Francine, Camp #7, Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War of New Jersey marked the gravesite of Pvt. Lewis Mingin and honored him as the last Civil War veteran to pass away in Gloucester County.
This is in fulfillment of an order form the National SUVCW to mark the graves of the last soldiers to pass away in each county. Pvt. Minigin is Gloucester County's last soldier.
The ceremony was held at the Trinity Bible Church in Glassboro.
Becks Band (12th NJ Civil War Band) performed at the service.

04/26/2026

We gotta get to this! How cool.

Save the date!

04/25/2026

All set for Earth Day. Plant a bee planter. Color an Earth Day Wheel. Learn about Bluebirds nesting at the Train Station. Learn about the life cycle of a Monarch butterfly. Read our Take Action wall. Discover the importance of native plants and why it is necessary to preserve our remaining natural spaces in Glassboro. Plant a free Red Oak sapling. Seems like we have an early visitor waiting for our gates to open. See you today 1-5pm.

04/14/2026

Bring the kids to this interactive, informative event at the Historic West Jersey Train Depot, after you hit "Be Healthy Glassboro" downtown- we are only a few blocks away! Glassboro NJ

03/17/2026

Celebrate Women's History Month at this art exhibit by South Jersey Women Artists!!!
Opening artist's reception is Friday March 27th, come out and meet these incredible women!

03/09/2026

Join us this Thursday through Sunday at the Historic West Jersey Depot! Honoring the glorious gift of life!

03/01/2026

We are open at the Glassboro Historical Society until 4pm this afternoon!