Holmdel Historical Society

05/26/2026

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05/06/2026

Dr. Cooke’s Medical Office - first free standing medical office in America.

05/05/2026

Strong turnout last weekend at Dr. Cooke’s Medical Office during the Weekend in Old Monmouth. We welcomed over 80 visitors, received thoughtful donations, and had a surprise visit from xx Dr. Claudia Cooke, a fifth-generation family member, who was pleased to see the building so well maintained.

We were also proud to have a Village School student, Alexandria, visit to find her flag on display and celebrate America 250 with us—a meaningful moment that connected local history with the next generation.

While the Holmdel Historical Society is a small group, we remain committed to preserving and maintaining Dr. Cooke’s Medical Office and continuing efforts at Old St. Catharine’s Church—so the community can enjoy and connect with Holmdel’s history.

Ongoing preservation takes consistent care and funding. Without support, these landmarks simply age.

04/27/2026

See you at Dr. Cooke’s in Holmdel.

04/27/2026

Although chilly today, we had a great turn out on Earth Day at Bayonet Farms. Thank you to The Village School for sharing their celebration of America 250 with The Holmdel Historical Society. Thank you to Rhonda Beck-Edwards, Treasurer of the Holmdel Historical Society, on a thoughtful and inspiring idea brought to life. She prepared the presentation boards to enjoy!

A special thank you to Tricia Barrett, Karli Glynn, and Alicia Faroese at The Village School for their support in making this celebration possible.

04/21/2026

Upcoming Site Tour: 23 Main Street

Join Mayor Rocco Impreveduto and the Township Committee for a public tour of the 23 Main Street property, widely known as the "Vonage property."

This is an opportunity for residents and visitors to explore the site firsthand, learn more about the property, and engage directly with local officials during a Q&A session.

Event Details:

-Date: Saturday, April 25, 2026
-Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
- Location: 23 Main Street; Holmdel

Whether you have specific questions about the site or are simply interested in seeing the property, all are welcome to attend this community event.

**Please be advised that this is a private event hosted by CHA Partners subject to their rules and regulations as the property owner. The Township is not responsible for or involved with the hosting of this event and provides this notice as a courtesy so interested parties may attend at the invitation of CHA Partners.**

04/20/2026

04/20/2026

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Join the Board of County Commissioners and the Monmouth County Historical Commission for Weekend in Old Monmouth! Over 50 historic sites and museums will be open for FREE on Saturday, May 2 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, May 3 from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, go to visitmonmouth.com.

04/20/2026

It's almost that time of year again! This popular event, sponsored and organized by the Monmouth County Historical Commission, will be on May 2nd and May 3rd. And we here at the Historical Association hope to see you at our own sites! The hearth will be going at Covenhoven House in Freehold. On the menu? Answers to that perennial question, "what will we do with leftovers?" Be sure to visit the Commission's website to see all the tour sites open this year!