Events
The Ocean County Historical Society offers a variety of programs and events throughout the year. Upcoming events are listed below.
To register for a program, please e-mail us at oceancountyhistory.programs@gmail.com stating the date of the program for which you are registering, your name, zip code, and email address.
Go to our YouTube channel to view past programs, including Camp Albocondo (9/2020), Great Storms of the Jersey Shore (10/2020), Cedar Bridge Tavern (3/2021), Composting in Ocean County (4/2021), The African-American Heritage Museum of Southern New Jersey (1/2022), and much more!
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March 15, 2026
2:00 PM
Gravesites of the Signers of the Declaration of Independence
TJ Fallon returns to the Ocean County Historical Society on Sunday, March 15, 2026 with a PowerPoint presentation on the gravesites of the 56 signers of the Declaration of Independence. Back in 2020, TJ was furloughed from work at the start of the coronavirus pandemic. At that time he decided to spend time traveling the nation, visiting the gravesites of former presidents, vice presidents, signers of the Declaration of Independence and baseball Hall of Famers. To accomplish this feat, he traveled more than 20,000 miles through 33 states. His adventures are extremely entertaining and very informative.
This event takes place at our museum at 26 Hadley Avenue in Toms River. Our speaker series is free, but donations are greatly appreciated.
SEATING IS LIMITED! To reserve your seat, send your name, zip code, email address, and the date of the program to oceancountyhistory.programs@gmail.com.
March 22, 2026
11:00 AM
Commemoration of the Toms River Blockhouse Fight
Join us on the lawn at Town Hall on Sunday, March 22 at 11:00 AM (weather permitting) for 244th Commemoration of the Toms River Blockhouse Fight. Discover the story of Huddy’s Company and the valiant effort to save the Village of Toms River. All ages are welcome, and no registration is required. This free event is presented by the Ocean County Historical Society and the Township of Toms River Historic Preservation Commission.
March 28, 2026
12:30 PM
OCHS 75th Anniversary Celebration
You are invited to visit the Ocean County Historical Society on Saturday, March 28 as we proudly celebrate our seventy-fifth anniversary. (This event was originally scheduled to take place in December 2025 but was postponed due to inclement weather.) The day will commence with guided tours of the Victorian style Elizabeth Sculthorp Force House and Museum from 12:30 until 1:45. You will be able to view our display commemorating 75 years of OCHS history. At 2:00 PM, renowned musicians Anne and Ridley Enslow will perform a concert of Revolutionary War music. This is part of OCHS’s commitment to celebrating the 250th anniversary of American Independence.
Please join us after the performance for celebratory cake and coffee.
This event takes place at our museum at 26 Hadley Avenue in Toms River. There is no charge, but donations are greatly appreciated. To attend, you must register in advance by sending your name, zip code, email address, and the date of the program to oceancountyhistory.programs@gmail.com.
April 12, 2026
2:00 PM
Who were New Jersey's Pine-Robbers?
Who were New Jersey’s Pine-Robbers? The notorious Pine-Robbers were a legendary fixture of New Jersey history during the American Revolution. However, how accurately have they been portrayed? While addressing this question, local author Robert Cobb will provide a brief introduction to the overall subject.
Robert Cobb recently published a book entitled Privateers and Pine-Robbers: Coastal New Jersey during the American Revolution, which chronicles the colorful history of coastal New Jersey during the Revolutionary War. The purpose of the book is to take stories rooted in New Jersey’s folklore and place them within a historical narrative based on facts. Following the event, Robert will be available for a book signing. A retired college administrator, he now lives in Barnegat.
This event takes place at our museum at 26 Hadley Avenue in Toms River. Our speaker series is free, but donations are greatly appreciated.
SEATING IS LIMITED! To reserve your seat, send your name, zip code, email address, and the date of the program to oceancountyhistory.programs@gmail.com.
May 28, 2026
5:30 PM
Ocean County Historical Society Installation Dinner
The annual OCHS Installation Dinner will be held at 5:30 PM on Thursday, May 28 at the Ocean County Historical Society. Please join us as we install our newest board members, celebrate this past year’s achievements, award scholarships, and spend an evening with friends. The cost is $40.00 per person. This includes a cheese platter, salad, an Italian style buffet with meats and pasta, bread, dessert, coffee and soft drinks. Dress is casual. Checks should be made out to OCHS and mailed to the Ocean County Historical Society, 26 Hadley Avenue, Toms River, NJ 08753 with Attention Jeff on the envelope. Be sure to include a list of the names of all the people attending. If you have any questions, please call the museum at 732-341-1880.
