Opening Day at Strauss Mansion Museum
Apr
7
12:00 PM12:00

Opening Day at Strauss Mansion Museum

Let’s all shake off those winter blues and come on up to the Strauss Mansion Museum for our opening day. We have been very busy over the winter sprucing up the place with some fresh coats of paint. New displays have been added. A new exhibit is in the works. We are also very busy creating our calendar for the coming year. There may be some new adventures in our future, so make sure you keep checking. We will also be posting any new events through emails, Facebook and Instagram. Just a reminder, the free events, such as our free lecture series, Arts and Craft Fair and Fall Flea Markert, take time and money. So, please consider clicking on either the donate or membership icon on our main page. This helps us continue offering these events for free.

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Victorian Mother's Day Tea Party
May
11
12:30 PM12:30

Victorian Mother's Day Tea Party

Mark your calendars. We are bringing back our Victorian Mother’s Day Tea Party that was so popular last year. It will again be held at the Strauss Mansion Museum. This is preliminary notice. We are still ironing out the details. Pricing and exact time will be updated when available. Keep an eye out on our emails, Facebook and Instagram posts.

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Annual Arts and Crafts Fair
Jul
20
10:00 AM10:00

Annual Arts and Crafts Fair

Come join us on July 20th for our 50th, that’s right, I said 50th year of our annual Arts and Crafts Fair. Always held right in the center of town on First Ave in Atlantic Highlands(in front of the Wells Fargo Bank). Bigger and better, more vendors, more gift ideas. Don’t miss out on this one. This event starts at 10am and continues until 4pm. If you wish to be a vendor, please email us at ahhistoricalevents@gmail.com

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Movie at the Mansion-Don't Go In The House
Oct
28
7:30 PM19:30

Movie at the Mansion-Don't Go In The House

What better way to end our Spooky Season than to present our classic cult film, Don’t Go in the House. Filmed right in the Strauss Mansion Museum back in the late 70’s, this film sells out every year. Starring Dan Grimaldi, Dan went on to star in many TV and Films, such at the Sopranos Series. These tickets sell fast so get yours early. Only $10pp. Click here to purchase tickets

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An Evening of Ghost Stories at the Strauss Mansion
Oct
27
7:00 PM19:00

An Evening of Ghost Stories at the Strauss Mansion

***SOLD OUT**Join historian and paranormal investigator Greg Caggiano on Friday, October 27th for an evening of ghostly tales at the historic and haunted Strauss Mansion Museum, which was built in 1893. Greg will discuss an in-depth history of the house and its former owners as well as recount a decade of paranormal encounters and provide audio and visual evidence captured on-site. Also included is a tour of the 21-room mansion and a ghost hunting equipment demonstration where we will see if we can contact any of our resident spirits. This event has limited capacity and is ONE NIGHT ONLY. Proceeds benefit the Atlantic Highlands Historical Society. Tickets available here. No walk-ins.

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Movie at the Mansion-Young Frankenstein
Oct
20
7:30 PM19:30

Movie at the Mansion-Young Frankenstein

Let’s lighten up the spookiness, shall we. Come see this hilarious horror film starring a cast of characters. Gene Wilder, Peter Boyle, Madelaine Kahn, Teri Garr and we can’t forget Marty Feldman. This Mel Brooks classic always delivers. This is a free movie but a suggested $10 donation would be appreciated. If you wish to make a donation, click here.

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Speaker Series-Jack Grodeska-Serpent of the Shrewsbury
Oct
18
7:30 PM19:30

Speaker Series-Jack Grodeska-Serpent of the Shrewsbury

Is it true? Do we have our own form of the Loch Ness Monster right here in Monmouth County? Come listen to hear Jack tell the story of this elusive creature that was spotted on numerous occasions by several people right in the Shrewsbury River. A great story to tell during the Halloween season. You may not want to go back in the water after hearing this tale. Jack is a well known journalist and historian with great knowledge of the history of our area. This is a free lecture at the Strauss Mansion Museum. Donations are gladly accepted. Also, please consider bringing a non-perishable food item or baby product to be donated to our local food pantry.

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Movie at the Mansion-Theater of Blood
Oct
14
7:30 PM19:30

Movie at the Mansion-Theater of Blood

You can ’t go wrong with a move that stars the great Vincent Price and Diana Rigg. Join us for a special 50th anniversary. An evening of Shakespeare and murder. Vincent plays a deceased Shakespearean actor who returns from the grave to seek revenge on his critics He does this by killing them in ways portrayed in Shakespearean plays. Our local historian, Greg Caggiano, will be on hand to introduce the movie and also give a brief lecture on the career of Vincent Price and Atlantic Highlands own connection to Shakespeare. This is a free event, but a suggested $10 donation would be apprecitated. If you wish to make a donation, click here.

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Movie Night at Smodcastle-Nosferatu
Oct
7
7:30 PM19:30

Movie Night at Smodcastle-Nosferatu

What better way to watch this classic silent film than on the big screen. For our second showing of original vampire movie of Nosferatu, we are again bringing to our local movie theater, Smodcastle. Not only will you be able to enjoy this film as it was originally viewed, but it will be accompanied by the great sound effects and music created by the amazing band led by Cody McCorry. These tickets were sold out a week after we posted this event last year, so do not wait until the last minute. Go to www.ahhsistory.org/gift-shop. Smodcastle is located at 82 First Ave, Atlantic Highlands.

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Movie Night at the Mansion-Nosferatu
Oct
6
7:30 PM19:30

Movie Night at the Mansion-Nosferatu

***SOLD OUT****What better way to kick off our Halloween season than to show the original Vampire silent film, Nosferatu. This classic movie from 1922 is always a big hit with our audience. We have been showing this for eight year now and we always sell out. Not only do you get to see the movie, but you also get to listen to the amazing sound affects and music presented by Cody McCorry and his band. We will be showing this film at the Strauss Mansion Museum on Friday, October 6th at 7:30pm. Cost of the tickets are only $20.00. Refreshments will be available for sale. Go to www.ahhistory.org/gift-shop to purchase your tickets.

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Speaker Series-Helene Stapinski and the American Way.
Sep
20
7:30 PM19:30

Speaker Series-Helene Stapinski and the American Way.

Helene Stapinski, along with co-author, Bonnie Siegler, wrote of a wonderful book called “The American Way”. The tagline for this book is “A true story of Nazi Escape, Superman and Marilyn Monroe”. An interesting excerpt from the book is about Bonnie Siegler’s grandfather. In 1954, he was the one who filmed Marilyn Monroe’s famous scene of her skirt billowing up over the subway grate in NYC. Come listen to this and other interesting true stories about her grandfather and more cast of characters. This is a free event that begins at 7:30pm at the Strauss Mansion Museum. Donations are always accepted. Also, please consider bringing a non-perishable food item or baby product to be donated to our local food pantry.

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AHHS annual Flea Market at the Atlantic Highland  Marina
Sep
16
10:00 AM10:00

AHHS annual Flea Market at the Atlantic Highland Marina

Unbelievable! Our 43rd year. More vendors and more merchandise. Come out and find that special item you know you have been looking for. Books, antiques, linens, jewelry, fishing equipment, furniture and on and on. Too many things to list. And of course, the Atlantic Highlands Historical Society will have it’s own table with a mix of flea market and museum gift shop items. We will also be selling our delicious muffins, bagels and grill items. Hot coffee, soda and water will also be available for sale. If you wish to be a vendor, please contact Bette Van Deventer or Carmen Craner, co-chairs. Bette’s phone number is 732-291-4313 and Carmen’s phone number is 732-291-9337. The marina is located at the base of First Ave on Simon Lake Drive.

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Music at the Mansion-Jacqueline Quirk
Sep
8
7:30 PM19:30

Music at the Mansion-Jacqueline Quirk

And she’s back! How can we not have this great performer back for another year. Her concert at the mansion last year was listened to by a capacity crowd. Her range of genres will please a range of musical enthusiasts. She can sing Opera, Broadway show tunes, popular music, and Big Band hits. She has performed in Italy, She has performed Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, Avery Fischer Hall, and the list goes on and on. You can only imagine what you would have to pay to see her at any of these venues. Well, at the Strauss Mansion Museum, it is only $20!! This is another one of those “don’t wait till the last minute to get your ticket” events. Seating is limited since this will be an indoor concert. You can purchase at our gift shop.

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A Paranormal Evening-A collaboration of Paranormal Teams
Aug
26
to Aug 27

A Paranormal Evening-A collaboration of Paranormal Teams

SOLD OUT. This will be an amazing event. Not only do we have one group of professional investigators, but we have four groups that will bring their various talents to help you investigate our 1893 Victorian Mansion. This will be an amazing evening. All proceeds from this event go directly to the Atlantic Highlands Historical Society to help continue to bring you great events throughout the year and help with the upkeep on our beautiful mansion. Tickets are $50 each and event runs from 7pm-12am on August 26th. A limited number of tickets are going to be sold, so don’t wait until the last minute. You can purchase tickets in our gift shop.

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Victorian Summer Tea at Strauss Mansion Museum
Aug
26
12:30 PM12:30

Victorian Summer Tea at Strauss Mansion Museum

What better way to mark the 130th Anniversary of the Strauss Mansion than to have an event like this. “The Cottage” as it was known back in the day, was built to host grand summer parties. The Atlantic Highlands Historical Society and the Highlands Historical Society are pleased to invite you to the Strauss Mansion Museum for a Victorian Tea Party.   There will  be three courses.  Delicious Scones, assorted tea sandwiches and finally freshly baked sweets/fresh fruit.  Several choices of tea will be offered. Entertainment and door prizes.  You are encouraged to wear your best vintage clothing. Tickets will be $30 each. For payment through Paypal, use historicalhighlands@gmail.com or for Venmo make payment to @historicalhighlands. You can also send a check payable to Historical Society of Highlands, PO Box 13, Highlands, NJ 07732

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Music at the Mansion-The Wag
Aug
18
7:30 PM19:30

Music at the Mansion-The Wag

We are so excited to be able to get this group to perform at the Strauss Mansion Museum. Talk about a local band that made it big. Not only do they perform all over the country but, they will be doing a concert tour of England this summer and have also performed in Japan. Their tagline on their website says “Got music? Got harmonies? Got fun and unbridled enthusiasm? Then you’ve got The Wag. In this case, you do not want to wait to purchase these tickets at the door the night of the concert. These tickets will be going fast. This is an outdoor event so make sure you bring your beach chair and your favorite beverage. Only $20 to see this great group. Tickets can be purchased in our gift shop.

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AHHS annual Porch Supper
Aug
16
6:30 PM18:30

AHHS annual Porch Supper

It was a big success last year and in year’s past, so we are bringing it back. The Altantic Highlands Historical Society invites residents and surrounding area towns to participate in our annual Porch Supper. It is being held on Wednesday, August 16th, starting at 6:30 at the Strauss Mansion Museum. All we ask is that you bring a covered dish and/or your favorite bottle of wine or beverage to share. And, of course, your appetite. We had over 40 people last year with many delicious selections. If you have a hot plate to keep your food warm, it would be appreciated. It gives our new local residents a chance to meet their neighbors. So, come out and relax and view the glorious sunset from our wraparound porch. Strauss Mansion Museum is located at 27 Prospect Circle in Atlantic Highlands.

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Jersey Journeys: History Cruise aboard the Navesink Queen
Aug
6
12:00 PM12:00

Jersey Journeys: History Cruise aboard the Navesink Queen

Another popular event that is coming back this year is our History Cruise aboard the paddlewheel boat, the Navesink Queen. The boat leaves out of Franks Pier(directly behind Sissy’s), in the Atlantic Highlands Harbor. This is three hour cruise that takes you on the Raritan Bay, up the Navesink River and then along Officers Row. Our lecturer for this event will be well-known historian and journalist, Muriel Smith. Lunch and snacks will be provided as part of your ticket. A cash bar is available for your beverage purchases. No outside food, drinks or coolers will be permitted. This event takes place on Sunday, August 6th. Boarding will begin at 11:30am with a departure precisely at 12:00pm. We are cutting back on the maximum number of tickets to be sold this year to allow for more “breathing room” for our passengers. Tickets will be $75pp. There is no rain date for this event and tickets are non-refundable. Required age for this cruise will be 16 or older. This event always sells out so make sure you book your tickets early. For ticket purchase, go to our gift shop.

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Music at the Mansion-Audra Mariel
Jul
27
7:30 PM19:30

Music at the Mansion-Audra Mariel

Audra Mariel is a jazz vocalist who works and resides primarily in the Tri-state area. She has been acclaimed for her unique sound, and sincere interpretations of timeless standards. She has a great affinity for an eclectic mix of music styles that was instilled in her from a young age, as was her propensity for the arts in general. She comes back to the Strauss Mansion Museum and again will be bringing that beautiful voice. She will be accompanied by Doug Clarke on guitar and Gary Mazzaroppi on bass. This will be an outdoor concert(weather permitting)so make sure you bring your beach chair and your favorite bottle of wine. Concert will be moved indoors if it rains. Tickets are only $20pp and can be purchased at the door or at www.ahhistory.org/gift-shop.

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Speaker Series-Jane Scimeca speaks about Geraldine Thompson
Jul
19
7:30 PM19:30

Speaker Series-Jane Scimeca speaks about Geraldine Thompson

Jane Scimeca is a distinguished Professor of History at Brookdale Community College. She specializes in World and Women’s History. She is also the recipient of the Barringer Award, Brookdale’s top teaching award. Her current project is working on a biography on Geraldine L. Thompson.

How may times had you driven past Thompson Park or Thompson Middle School or Geraldine L. Thompson Care Center and wondered about the person behind the name? Professor Scimeca will describe the life of Mrs. Thompson, with special focus on her research journey as she unearthed Mrs. Thompson’s story in libraries, archives and the basements of Thompson’s decendants. She was a humanitarian and institutional reformer who founded social service organizations that addressed health, prison reform, mental health reform, child welfare, nursing and much more. Please join us at the Strauss Mansion Museum to learn more about this interesting woman.

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Annual Arts and Crafts Fair
Jul
15
10:00 AM10:00

Annual Arts and Crafts Fair

We will be presenting the 49th year of our Annual Arts and Crafts Fair. Over 80 vendors and more that 2000 people attended last year. This is a very popular event and a great fundraiser for the AH Historical Society. All of our crafters are selling original work. There are jewelry makers, artists, woodworkers, pottery and ceramics, soap makers and so much more. We are hoping to also have food trucks available. So come out and enjoy a stroll through this event. It will be located right in the middle of First Ave in Atlantic Highlands at Veterans Park. If you wish to be a vendor, please email us at ahhistoricalevents@gmail.com.

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An evening of the Unknown-with New Jersey Paranormal Investigations
Jul
8
to Jul 9

An evening of the Unknown-with New Jersey Paranormal Investigations

SOLD OUT. For those who are interested what's on the other side, why not join us for an evening of the unknown. New Jersey Paranormal investigations is back again this year to help you find that answer. NJPI will be bringing all of their equipment that help with their quest. They will be not only showing you how this equipment works, but they will then allow you to use it and search the Strauss Mansion Museum to see if you can have your own experience. The monies collect for this event will be benefiting the IRC Veterans Non-Profit Organization. Their goal is to help veterans who are homeless, disabled or just need a helping hand. Tickets can be purchased at https://www.facebook.com/newjerseyparanormalinvest.../events

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Music at the Mansion-Patty C and the Pints
Jun
29
7:30 PM19:30

Music at the Mansion-Patty C and the Pints

Back by popular demand, we will again have multitalented, Patty C and the Pints. His event last year was such a great success with capacity turnout. So, if you didn’t make it to his concert last year, you really shouldn’t miss it this time. If you did see him last year, then you know this is going to be an awesome night. His influence are Rock, Reggae and Country. Tickets are only $20 per person. This will be an outdoor event so make sure to bring your beach chair and favorite beverage. Click here to purchase your tickets.

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An evening of the Unknown-with New Jersey Paranormal Investigations-SOLD OUT
Jun
24
to Jun 25

An evening of the Unknown-with New Jersey Paranormal Investigations-SOLD OUT

For those who are interested what's on the other side, why not join us for an evening of the unknown. New Jersey Paranormal investigations is back again this year to help you find that answer. NJPI will be bringing all of their equipment that help with their quest. They will be not only showing you how this equipment works, but they will then allow you to use it and search the Strauss Mansion Museum to see if you can have your own experience. This is one of three events that they will be hosting this year. A large percentage of the profits go directly to the Atlantic Highlands Historical Society. The Strauss Mansion is an 1893, 21 room, Victorian Mansion. Tickets can be purchased at https://www.facebook.com/newjerseyparanormalinvest.../events

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Speaker Series-Michael Gross-New Jersey Public Gardens
Jun
21
7:30 PM19:30

Speaker Series-Michael Gross-New Jersey Public Gardens

Michael Gross, Ph.D, is the director of the Georgian Court University arboretum. He will be bringing you a virtual tour of some of the most beautiful public gardens in New Jersey. Over 30 locations are part of the Garden State Gardens Consortium. You may have already seen some of these location in person and some may be places you didn’t even know existed. Please attend this enjoyable evening at the Strauss Mansion Museum. As always, this event is free, but we do accept donations. Also consider bringing a non-perishable food item or baby product to be donated to our local Atlantic Highlands Food Pantry

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Music at the Mansion-Nancy Scharff
May
19
7:30 PM19:30

Music at the Mansion-Nancy Scharff

Nancy is an exceptional singer and guitarist who’s talents span both classical and popular repertoire. She has performed all over the world. She has sung at Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center, just to name a few. We are lucky to get her to perform at the Strauss Mansion Museum. This will be an outdoor concert(weather permitting) on May 19th starting at 7:30pm. The evening will be potpourri of Broadway show tunes, classical and popular songs. Even some patriotic songs in honor of Armed Forces Day. She enjoys audience participation, so be prepared to join in. Bring you lawn chair and your favorite beverage and relax and unwind. Only $20 to be part of this great performance. Tickets available in our gift shop.

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Speaker Series-Steven Schwankert
May
17
7:30 PM19:30

Speaker Series-Steven Schwankert

Well known local historian, award winning editor and author, Steven Schwankert, will be lecturing about Simon Lake. Simon Lake was at the forefront of the original and future designs of the submarine. With over 200 patents, his knowledge came from being an mechanical engineer and naval architect. We even have a piece of his history right in the Atlantic Highlands Harbor with the replica of his original design, the Argonaut. So come out to hear this interesting lecture at the Strauss Mansion Museum. This is a free event, but donations are accepted.

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Weekend at Old Monmouth
May
6
to May 7

Weekend at Old Monmouth

The Atlantic Highlands Historical Society is proud to be part of this event again this year. Two days with over 50 historical locations, throughout Monmouth County, will be participating. We will be open on Saturday, May 6th, from 10am-5pm. And, again on Sunday, May 6th, from 12pm-4pm. Booklets of locations participating will be available at the event. Links to information on Monmouth County website here.

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SPEAKER SERIES:  JACK GRODESKA-SINKING OF THE MANDALAY
Apr
19
7:30 PM19:30

SPEAKER SERIES: JACK GRODESKA-SINKING OF THE MANDALAY

Author and Historian, Jack Grodeska, returns again this year for our free speaker series. His topic this time will be about the steamship, the Mandalay. One of many ferries that brought visitors to and from New York City, the Mandalay was on a routine trip returning passengers across the bay. On one fateful night, tragedy struck. Come listen to Jack tell the story of that harrowing night. Please consider bringing a non-perishable food item or baby product to be donated to the Atlantic Highlands Food Pantry. Although this even is free, donations are always accepted.

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OPENING DAY
Apr
16
12:00 PM12:00

OPENING DAY

We’re back and better than ever. So many things in store for this year. If you haven’t been to the mansion before, now is your chance. View our 21 room Victorian Mansion. We have received many new donations this past year that you can view. A few are a Tiffany Grandfather clock, a fancy cane chair that was originally owned by one of our founding families, the Leonards’ and a pair of parlor chairs that came from the estate of philanthropist, Doris Duke. We are also excited about the new temporary exhibit we are displaying this year. So come and enjoy. We also ask that you bring an non-perishable food item or baby product that will be donated to our local food pantry.

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