The Historical Society of Haddonfield

HSH Events!

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A TALE OF TWO ELIZABETHS – With Professor Jeffery Dorwart

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Who was Elizabeth Haddon Estaugh, and can we, in fact, ever really know her? And how much resemblance does she bear to “Elizabeth Haddon” the woman of legend who gave her name to our town? These questions and others will be explored by Jeffery Dorwart at the Historical Society of Haddonfield’s annual Candlelight Dinner on Wednesday, March 27th at the Tavistock Country Club. Professor Dorwart is in the final stages of preparing a new, definitive biography of Elizabeth Haddon Estaugh, to be published by the Society this fall and entitled Elizabeth Haddon Estaugh 1680-1762: Building the Quaker Community of Haddonfield, New Jersey, 1701-1762. He aims for his talk to demonstrate how the Elizabeth Haddon tradition developed over time and why it continues to be accepted. In his view, the Elizabeth Estaugh in the historic records was a very different and more complex woman than the legendary Elizabeth Haddon that seems to distort accounts of the past, and was in many ways a far more significant person in understanding the origins of the community of Haddonfield and of the place of women in early American history. A professor Emeritus of history and former chair of the history department at Rutgers University, Camden, Jeffery Dorwart has written a number of other works of local history including Cape May County, New Jersey: The Making of an American Resort, The Philadelphia Navy Yard: From the Birth of the U.S. Navy to the Nuclear Age, and Fort Mifflin of Philadelphia: An Illustrated History. His latest work was compiled with the editing assistance of the Society’s Doug Rauschenberger and Kathy Tassini, and is also based upon notes that the late Elizabeth “Betty” Lyons compiled during forty years of research. The Society’s annual gala will provide a sneak peek into this fascinating and important work. As always, the night will not be strictly educational, as a fine meal awaits, with a cocktail hour at six followed by dinner at seven. An additional treat will be the display of reproduction period clothing circa 1713, in the style that John and Elizabeth Haddon Estaugh would have worn. The event is open to the public and promises to be a delightful evening spent with your fellow history lovers of today and these two mysterious Elizabeths from the past.

Click below to download and print the PDF version of the 2013 Candlelight Dinner Menu and Reservation form.

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Tricentennial Kick-Off Event 1/27/13

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Join Us On Sunday
from 2pm – 4pm
at Friends Meetinghouse
45 Friends Ave., Haddonfield

This is the first official event of Haddonfield’s Tricentennial!
Quakers will give a brief introduction to their history and beliefs
then lead a shortened ‘meeting for worship’ followed by a reception and reproduction period clothing exhibit presented by
The Historical Society of Haddonfield.

All are welcome!

Maps and Headlines of the Bancroft Haddonfield Property Since 1858

admin — Sun, 20 Jan 2013 21:05:41 +0000

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HMf0Ag2Er9o

The land use history of the Bancroft property from 1858-2012 by the researchers of the Historical Society of Haddonfield.

All Rhoads Lead to Crows Woods, A Tricentennial Earth Day Celebration

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Crows Woods Nature Preserve Pavilion; April 27, 2013 10am-2pm

Tricentennial Committee website link

The Historical Society of Haddonfield, Shade Tree Commission, Environmental Commission and Green Team plan to join forces in celebration of Haddonfield’s natural history with an Earth Day celebration and Birthday Party honoring Samuel Nicholson Rhoads. We plan to organize a day at Crows Woods on or near International Earth Day (and Samuel Rhoads Birthday!) with a full slate of outdoor activities and exhibits, natural hikes and, of course, birthday cake!
Organizer:
Kim Custer
Phone:
856-616-1657
Email:
KJCusterSNR@gmail.com

Historical Gardens of Haddonfield

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The Haddonfield Garden Club will be hosting an open meeting at the First Baptist Church, 124 Kings Highway East, Haddonfield, NJ, 08033, on February 12, 2013 at 12 PM. The program entitled “Historical Gardens of Haddonfield”, will be presented by Katherine Tassini and Kim Custer.

Any additional questions please contact: Sharon Winge at 856-795-9279

Tricentennial Kickoff – Jan. 27

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Service for Worship

The Historical Society of Haddonfield and the Haddonfield Friends Meeting are partnering for a special event dedicated to the 300th anniversary of Haddonfield. At 2:00 p.m., Quakers will give a brief introduction to their history and beliefs, then lead a shortened “Meeting for Worship” (worship service), similar to Friends’ practice on “First Day” (Sunday). After worship, all are invited attend a Simple Reception in the Friends’ auditorium directly behind/attached to the Meeting House for tea and biscuits. At this time the reproduction period clothing c. 1713 for John and Elizabeth Haddon Estaugh will be unveiled with a short explanation. Pam Perry from Meeting and Dianne Snodgrass and Carol Carty from the Historical Society are coordinating this event. Click for haddonfield300.org Information Page.

It’s time for the 2012 Holiday Shop!

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Friday, Dec 7, 12pm – 7:00pm

Saturday, Dec 8, 10am – 2:00pm

The second annual Holiday Shop at Greenfield Hall (343 Kings Highway East) will proudly feature works from the finest artisans and designers in South Jersey.

Back by popular demand is Dr. Sam Moyer, otherwise known as the Jersey Jerry Broom Squire. Dr Moyer’s broom making heritage comes from his Pennsylvania Dutch roots, and his basic designs were learned by observations at Old Sturbridge Village in MA. He is a founding father of a network of over 300 broomcrafters in North America.

Also available will be Dianne Snodgrass, a renowned hand weaver who specializes in one of a kind scarves. This season’s selections will offer a variety of fibers including silk, mohair, bamboo, linen and wool. She is a member of the South Jersey Guild of Spinners and Handweavers.

Aurna Enterprises was founded by Barbara Stanger 22 years ago after receiving an ornament commission from the Metropolitan Opera Guild in New York City. Since then she and Susan Stanger have created garden ornaments of unparalleled beauty, crafted in brass and protected by a natural verdigris finish. Their work has been displayed in art galleries and fine craft stores across the USA.

A native of Haddonfield, Kathy Malcarney Baier of JMG Creations will be presenting her handcrafted jewelry inspired by nature. Her striking and enduring designs feature materials from the world around us including sterling silver, gemstone beads, wood, and sea glass.

Also available will be:

Hand Painted Children’s Wearable Art by Susan Pillay
Trendy to classic clothing by Sew Cute Doll Clothing
New Jersey’s best Bee Keeper and Honey Producer Seth Belsen
Unique jewerlry design for women crafted from 14K, Gold vermeil, Sterling Silver by Elizabeth A Designs.
One of a kind woman’s sweaters, shawls and gloves by Heart Felt

Join us at Greenfield Hall for two days of convenient holiday shopping in support of the Historical Society of Haddonfield. Purchases can be made by Cash or Check only.

For more details please call the office at 856.429.7375 or email us at info@haddonfieldhistory.org

Artwork provided by JennLaneCreative.com

Haunted Mansion Rescheduled for Friday Nov 2, 6:30-8:30 after Trick-or-Treating

admin — Wed, 31 Oct 2012 02:46:06 +0000

If you dare…

It takes more than a hurricane to wash out a zombie. The Historical Society of Haddonfield’s Annual Haunted Mansion is Undead … er … Alive and well this Friday, Nov 2 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm, at Greenfield Hall, right after Trick or Treating. Come join us for spooky, frightening fun. Refreshments will be offered in the courtyard to all the brave survivors! Tickets for the tour are $3 for adults and $2 for children and are available at the door.

Click here to see last Saturday’s Haunted Mansion in the Haddonfield Patch.

See Haddonfield Bulletin rescheduling Trick-or-Treating:

http://www.haddonfieldnj.org/news/?p=800

Halloween 2012 in Haddonfield

admin — Fri, 19 Oct 2012 01:34:23 +0000