Pride in Our Past & Present
Settled by a group of Scottish Presbyterians beginning in the 1680’s, Matawan was first called New Aberdeen, and then Mount Pleasant. Today, Matawan’s historic town core retains its appeal as a place to live, work, and shop.
Burrowes Mansion 300th Anniversary
On June 3rd and June 4th 2023, the Matawan Historical Society held a historic event honoring the Burrowes Mansion and its 300 years of history. The festivities included a reenactment of the 1778 Mansion raid by the British (see video here), a self-guided walking tour of the Matawan historic district, tours of the Mansion, and many other activities. The anniversary was featured in the Asbury Park Press on June 3rd.
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Update from last night’s Matawan Planning/Zoning Board meeting:
Testimony was provided by the developer’s professionals in support of a Liberty brand gas station and convenience store. A letter of concern was sent yesterday from the Matawan Police Department regarding potential increased intersection traffic at Routes 516 and Main Street resulting from the project.
Questions were also asked by the Board about the graves directly bordering the property line and how they would be handled. The public comment/question portion of the meeting and final vote for the approval were pushed until the next meeting which will be Monday, January 8th at 7 pm at Borough Hall. The public will have the opportunity to ask further questions and hear the response to the Matawan Police Department letter.
Summary:
A new Liberty brand fuel station and convenience store is on the agenda for the upcoming Borough Planning & Zoning Board meeting on Monday December 4th, 7pm at Matawan Borough Hall. The new project is at the intersection of Route 516 and Main Street, a lot that has remained unoccupied for several years. The new prospective project will also border the Mount Pleasant Cemetery- one of the Borough‘s most Historical Sites which was the site of a British Raid during the American War for Independence. The meeting is open to the public and has a portion for resident questions.
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What brand station will it be? I'm not a resident; I live in Old Bridge so close enough, but travel that area regularly. Is there really a need to cram pumps and a store into such a small piece of property?
What is the Matawan Historical Society's position on this? Do they want the former building enshrined as an historical building? The land to be cleared and added to frontage for the cemetery? Is the plan to desecrate graves? What is the Society's idea of a positive outcome?
I doubt they’re gonna touch the cemetery.  I really think the town does have a leg to stand on when it comes about traffic since they denied QuickChek gas station convenience store on Main Street because of traffic but they’re building a Matawan Junction🤣which is a joke😂
Is it 516 County Rd. and 79 Highway Authority Rd.? 
What a wonderful start to December and the holiday season! The Burrowes Mansion was brimming with music, song, food, and visitors. It was a great turnout on a soaking Sunday afternoon. Thank you to all who came and shared in this holiday tradition at the Burrowes Mansion.
Many thanks and our gratitude to the wonderfully talented singing group, Madregalianj, and their beautiful 5-part harmony voices blended to perfection. The songs were delightful and enjoyed by all. We extend our gratitude and appreciation, as well, to MHS member (and Borough Councilman) Steven Russell for bringing MadRegalia to this event and for continuing to share his musical talents with us as he led us through a singalong. Finally, on behalf of the MHS Board of Directors, we thank all our volunteers who helped decorate, set up, bring food, and run the holiday event. Their help made it possible for us to host another Annual Holiday Musicale and Open House. Happy Holidays! (pictures courtesy of Y.Yanny)
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Just look at all those treats! Plus all the singing and harmony. What a wonderful time for all those who attended