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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.

Fall 2025 Newsletter

The fall issue of our newsletter is available! Read our tribute to our former curator, Joan Frankel, see our upcoming events, and check out Then & Now. 

America 250 3rd Battalion Project

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  • Eating at Shore Diner any day: print this voucher so that ACHS receives a portion of your bill.
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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!

Free Family Membership for county 4th graders

Special Events & Meetings

27 Nov 2025
Holiday Closing
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