Lacey Historical Society

09/01/2026

Join us for these Sunday Funday programs!

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08/31/2026

It should be a great day! Get your tickets now!

08/31/2026

Come join the Lacey Historical Society for a great presentation!

08/30/2026

08/04/2026

What a great presentation by award winning speaker TJ Fallon of Dead History! If you get the opportunity to hear one of his talks, don’t miss it!

04/06/2026

Contest rules:
Historical Diorama - open for k-5th graders the project should depict a scene representing the American
Revolution War important New Jersey contributions like crossing the Delaware River or the Battle of
Trenton. Dioramas should be 12x18x12,the sides may be removed and family friendly. All sides should
be covered. One entry per person. No electricity can be used. Dioramas should be dropped off at the
Old schoolhouse museum 126 South Main Street behind Mrs. Walker& #39;s Ice Cream Shop on Saturday,
May 9 or May 16 between 10-12, or by special appointment by emailing [email protected].
1st place winners will receive $50.00, 2nd place $35.00 and 3rd place $25.00 for two categories, k-3 and
grades 3-5. Each entry should include the child's name, age and parents & contact information. Pictures
will remain on display at the museum until September 12, when they may be picked up between 10-12 or
by making a special appointment. Judging will consider the relevance to the topic, creativity, originality,
grammar and how the entry was executed. No political statement will be accepted, and the Historical
Society retains its right to display only appropriate entries. Dioramas will remain on display at the museum
until September 12, when they may be picked up between 10-12 or by making a special appointment.
Judging will consider the relevance to the topic, creativity, originality and how the entry was executed. No
political statement will be accepted, and the Historical Society retains its right to display only appropriate
entries. Winners will be announced at the museum's grand re-opening celebration on June 20th at 11:00
at the museum.

04/06/2026

Contest Rules!

Picture Contest k-2 grade what I would look like if I lived in 1776. Entries will be judged on originality,
creativity, relevance to theme and ex*****on. Size 8.5 x 11. One entry per person to be dropped off at the
Old schoolhouse museum 126 South Main Street behind Mrs. Walkers Ice Cream Shop on Saturday,
May 9 or May 16 between 10-12, or by special appointment by emailing [email protected].
1st place winners will receive $50.00, 2nd place $35.00 and 3rd place $25.00. Each entry should include
the child's name, age and parents contact information. Pictures will remain on display at the museum
until September 12, when they may be picked up between 10-12 or by making a special appointment.
Judging will consider the relevance to the topic, creativity, originality and how the entry was executed. No
political statement will be accepted, and the Historical Society retains its right to display only appropriate
entries. Winners will be announced at the museum's grand re-opening celebration on June 20th at 11:00
at the museum.

03/22/2026

Vendors wanted. Come out and support Berkeley Township Historical Society, our cousins up the road.

03/22/2026

Have you ever wondered how much that keepsake, family heirloom, or antique gathering dust is worth? Now you can find out when the Lacey Township Historical Society hosts Marilyn Melega and company from Legacies of Old & New on Saturday, April 11th, from 10:00 th am to 2:00pm. Admission is only $6.00 at the door and will include a tour of the museum and the appraisal of one item. Additional items may be appraised for $6.00 each with a limit of three pieces. The event will take place at 126 South Main Street in Forked River, (Old Schoolhouse Museum, Route 9, behind Mrs. Walker's Ice Cream Shop). If you have questions email [email protected] or call 609- 971- 0467. No reservations are needed.

02/24/2026

Another great event! Ever wonder what the vase great-grandma left you is worth? Now is the time to find out!
This is our version of Antiques Roadshow.
We hope to see you there.