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Ridgewood NJ, interested in learning more about the fascinating history of Bergen County and North Jersey? Mark your calendars — Saturday, April 26 is History Day, a perfect opportunity to dive deep into the area’s rich heritage!
The Northwest Bergen History Coalition will host an open house event from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., offering history lovers access to a dozen of the region’s most treasured museums and historic homes.
🎟️ Tickets:
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$10 per person for admission to all 12 participating museums
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Purchase tickets in advance at the Schoolhouse Museum in Ridgewood (open Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–6 p.m.)
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Tickets also available at your first museum stop on the day of the event
Explore Bergen County’s Historic Gems
The Northwest Bergen History Coalition consists of 11 organizations dedicated to preserving the area’s historic sites, including renowned landmarks like The Hermitage in Ho-Ho-Kus and the Old Stone House in Ramsey.
Eight of the featured museums are listed on the National and State Registers of Historic Places, each offering unique exhibits and rich collections that showcase 18th- and 19th-century life in North Jersey.
Participating Museums and Historic Homes:
📍 Allendale: John Fell House, 475 N. Franklin Turnpike
📍 Glen Rock: Museum at the Station, 170 Rock Road
📍 Ho-Ho-Kus: The Hermitage, 335 N. Franklin Turnpike
📍 Mahwah: Mahwah Museum, 201 Franklin Turnpike
📍 Oakland: Van Allen House, 3 Franklin Ave
📍 Ramsey: Old Stone House, 538 Island Road
📍 Ridgewood: Schoolhouse Museum, 650 East Glen Ave
📍 Upper Saddle River: Hopper-Goetschius House, 245 Lake St
📍 Waldwick: Erie Railroad Signal Tower, 3 Bohnert Place
📍 Waldwick: Train Station Museum of Local History, 4 Hewson Ave
📍 Wyckoff: Zabriskie House Museum, 421 Franklin Ave
📍 Wyckoff: Barbershop Museum, 417 Franklin Ave
Each site offers visitors a glimpse into the stories, architecture, and daily life that shaped Bergen County into what it is today.
Plan Your Visit:
✅ Date: Saturday, April 26
✅ Time: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
✅ Ticket Price: $10 for all locations
✅ More Information: Visit nwbergenhistory.org or call 201-652-7354
✨ Whether you’re a lifelong local or new to the area, History Day is an amazing way to celebrate Bergen County’s vibrant past. Don’t miss this chance to walk through history and experience the incredible heritage of North Jersey firsthand!
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