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Exterior photograph of Atlantic County Historical Society building in Somers Point, New Jersey
Blue historic plaque in front of building with red siding. Plaque explains history of Risley Homestead.
Crowded room with people sitting down, watching two men talk
Researcher looking for a book in library bookshelves.
Book (Absegami yesteryear), newsletter, and yearbook arranged on a table.
Group of men standing with quilts wrapped around their shoulders. These are veterans who were interviewed for the Veterans History Project. They were honored with the quilts from the Quilts of Valor project.

Winter 2025 Newsletter

The winter issue of our newsletter is available! Read about Jersey Privateers, a Wrigley mixup, see our upcoming events, and learn about our America 250 plans. 

America 250 3rd Battalion Project

Looking for ways to support ACHS?

  • Eating at Shore Diner any day: print this voucher so that ACHS receives a portion of your bill.
  • Join us! We're always happy to have new members.
  • Consider donating items or money - now or in your estate planning.

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Holiday Closing

We will be closed for the holidays after the Sweet Sale on December 20. We reopen on Thursday, January 8. Happy Holidays to all!

The library and museum are now OPEN each week from Thursdays to Saturdays from 10am to 3pm. We look forward to seeing you!
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Free Membership for 4th graders

Atlantic County 4th graders (and their families) can now receive a free membership!

Holiday Sweet Sale, December 20th from 12-3pm
Free Family Membership for county 4th graders

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