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Weekend in Old Monmouth

Burrowes Mansion Museum 94 Main Street, Matawan, NJ, United States

We are happy to announce that the Matawan Historical Society and Burrowes Mansion Museum will be participating in the annual “Weekend in Old Monmouth” on Saturday, April 30th and Sunday May 1st,,  2022.  The Mansion will be open to the public from 10 AM to 5 PM on Saturday and 12 PM to 5 PM […]

Free

Burrowes Mansion Tours

Burrowes Mansion Museum 94 Main Street, Matawan, NJ, United States

On the first and third Sunday of each month, Matawan Historical Society Mansion volunteers provide tours of the Burrowes Mansion to the public.  Everyone is welcome and the tours are free (although donations to the Society are greatly appreciated). Each tour leads visitors room-to-room while guides discuss the Mansion’s dramatic history, unique architecture, period furniture, […]

May Presentation and Meeting

Burrowes Mansion Museum 94 Main Street, Matawan, NJ, United States

A night to mix and mingle between new members and long-standing ones, and the Board of Directors. It's a chance to learn how to make the most of your membership and the opportunities it provides. The evening includes refreshments and conversation, updates and opportunities. There will be quick updates about our plans for the year, […]

Free

Burrowes Mansion Tours

Burrowes Mansion Museum 94 Main Street, Matawan, NJ, United States

On the first and third Sunday of each month, Matawan Historical Society Mansion volunteers provide tours of the Burrowes Mansion to the public.  Everyone is welcome and the tours are free (although donations to the Society are greatly appreciated). Each tour leads visitors room-to-room while guides discuss the Mansion’s dramatic history, unique architecture, period furniture, […]

Free

Shark Attack Commemoration Tour

Burrowes Mansion Museum 94 Main Street, Matawan, NJ, United States

The anniversary of the Matawan Shark Attacks returns on Tuesday, July 12th, the 106th anniversary of that tragic day. In honor of the heroism exhibited by many and the events that followed, the Matawan Historical Society will be hosting their annual Shark Attack Commemoration Tour that day. 6:30 at Burrowes Mansion - 94 Main Street, […]

$10.00

Welcome Back BBQ and Board of Director Elections

Burrowes Mansion Museum 94 Main Street, Matawan, NJ, United States

Please join us in the backyard of Burrowes Mansion on Monday, October 3rd for our annual cookout of hamburgers and hot dogs, corn on the cob, and some sides while enjoying the company of others interested in history. 6:00 pm - Cookout begins 6:30 pm - Board of Directors' Election 7:00 pm - Meeting

Free

Matawan Day Street Festival 2022

Burrowes Mansion Museum 94 Main Street, Matawan, NJ, United States

With nearly 200 vendors signed up for the big day, we can expect big crowds to return this year to the Matawan Historical Society Table. Please join us at the Burrowes Mansion for the festival!

POSTPONED – Cliffwood Beach History Tour

Veterans Memorial Park Ocean Blvd & Lakeshore Dr, Keyport, NJ, United States

The Cliffwood Beach Tours scheduled for Sunday, 10/23, have been postponed due to pending rain. We will reschedule in Spring 2023. Please keep an eye on our Facebook page for updates

Free

October Presentation and Meeting

Burrowes Mansion Museum 94 Main Street, Matawan, NJ, United States

Presenter: Daisy Orr, MHS member and Burrowes Mansion guide Topic:  Who Built the Burrowes Mansion? The intriguing story of the Bowne family and their wide-ranging influence on Matawan and regional history. Daisy will describe the series of events that led to the settlement of Matawan and the building of the Mansion. She will also discuss our […]

Free

Matawan Haunted History Walking Tours

Burrowes Mansion Museum 94 Main Street, Matawan, NJ, United States

Haunted History Walking Tours are back on Saturday, October 29th as part of the Matawan Halloween Spooktacular Saturday. Tickets are on sale now for 6:00 pm, 7:00 pm, 8:00 pm, 9:00 pm. on Eventbrite. Just click here https://MatawanHauntedHistoryTour.eventbrite.com

$20.00