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Location
Visitor tip
Call ahead to book a tour with curator Kate, who receives specific praise in reviews for making tours 'very engaging and fun' and helping visitors discover new historical details even after decades of living in the area.
Best time
Visit on Saturday afternoons (12PM-4PM) for walk-in access to the general public; weekday visits require advance appointment booking for group/school tours only.
Visitor tip
Book customized school programs for groups up to 55 students and chaperones; the museum specializes in engaging 1st-8th graders with interactive historical programs and living history events.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Natural History Museum
- Location
- Cedar Grove Schoolhouse on original Thomas Warne property (1000 acres from 1682)
- Admission
- Free (donations appreciated)
- Founded
- 1964 as Madison-Old Bridge Township Historical Society
What visitors say
It is becoming a prominent part of our community. The trustees are dedicated and intelligent individuals with a good knowledge of the community. They have contributed heavily to bringing the property to life again and what the history…
Great local museum for history of Madison Township (Old B ridge) research. Interesting displays of local artifacts. The school house is a good example of how kids in the past learned together among the farm families. Maps are available…
The place is very interesting, They have amazing objects ☺️👍🏻
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Did You Know?
- The museum features a preserved Cedar Grove Schoolhouse from 1820, providing a tangible example of early 19th-century educational infrastructure and rural life in New Jersey
- The museum can accommodate up to 55 students and chaperones per tour, with customizable school programs specifically designed for grades 1-8
- The museum offers genealogical research services using updated computer systems, positioning it as a regional resource for family history research beyond traditional exhibits
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