MUSEUM HOURS
Every Saturday and Sunday 1-3pm
First Thursday of each month 6-8pm
Who We Are
The Ridgewood Historical Society, housed in a one-room schoolhouse built in 1872, is dedicated to preserving the history of our village through its collection of artifacts. 100% volunteer-run.
Events
We host a variety of programs including speakers, performances, children’s craft fairs, story-telling and special exhibits. The Schoolhouse Museum is also available for private events.
Join Us
Become a member and be the first to know about new exhibits, programs and special events. You can also volunteer your time and talent to help us continue to educate our community about local and national history.
Quilt & Coverlet Book
Order this comprehensive survey of 200 years of the best of Bergen County’s quilts and coverlets. A companion catalog for the Quilt and Coverlet show filled with beautiful photographs and local history.
Every Saturday and Sunday 1-3pm
2023-2024 EXHIBIT
IT'S PERSONAL: Exploring 300 Years of Obsolete Everyday Essentials
An assemblage of artifacts that chronicle ordinary days in the lives of our ancestors from the 17th to mid-20th century
This fascinating exhibit displays previously indispensable objects made obsolete through innovation & technology with an emphasis on home, science & technology, medicine, entertainment, dining, personal hygiene and more. The exhibit will also include a "What is it?" showcase.
WE THANK OUR GENEROUS SPONSORS
RIDGEWOOD PRESS • RIDGEWOOD HOME MAINTENANCE, LLC
VISIONS FEDERAL CREDIT UNION • SUSAN AMSTERDAM
CANDACE LATHAM • TOM AND LOUISE LEWIS
ANN & RICHARD SPALCKHAVER
Funding has been made possible in part through grant funds administered by the Bergen County Division of Cultural and Historic Affairs, Department of Parks, through a General Operating Support grant from the New Jersey Historical Commission, a division of the Department of State.
Get Involved
— Join —
Members get priority access to new exhibits and programs and recieve exclusive invitations to special events. Become a member and help preserve Ridgewood's history.
— Donate —
Whether an individual or business, our valued donors make it possible to preserve our collection and continue programming and exhibits. Won’t you consider supporting our work?
— Volunteer —
We are a volunteer-based organization that offers students and residents a variety of ways to be involved, including helping to maintain our collection. Sign up to offer your time and talent.
