Join us at Matawan Borough Hall for a live presentation on a historical topic of interest.  Refreshments will be provided.

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, […]

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, […]

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, […]

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, […]

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

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!

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