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Office, Library, and Museum Closed
Dec 24
Office, Library, and Museum Closed

There’s no place like home for the holidays!

History at Home: Washington in Montclair
Jan 22
History at Home: Washington in Montclair

Washington in Montclair

History at Home: The Howe Family History
Feb 19
History at Home: The Howe Family History

The historians of FOHH will share how they uncover clues that help discover the history of the Howe family.

Guided House Tour: Eyewitness to Black History
Feb 21
Guided House Tour: Eyewitness to Black History

Explore the history of African Americans here in Montclair, from the 18th century to modern day

MONTCLAIR HISTORY Center BloG

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New Oral Histories from the Many Voices of Montclair Oral History Project Released
New Oral Histories from the Many Voices of Montclair Oral History Project Released

The next round of oral histories from the 2018 oral history project are now available.

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In Case You Missed It 2025
In Case You Missed It 2025

If you've missed any of our History at Home programs, Montclair history articles, blogs we've posted, or additions to our digital collections this past year, check out the complete list below.

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Celebrating the Holiday by Honoring History
Celebrating the Holiday by Honoring History

Celebrating the Holiday by Honoring History

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Prairie Cross the Jersey, The Gaslamp, Glen Ridge Historical Society
Prairie Cross the Jersey, The Gaslamp, Glen Ridge Historical Society

Prairie Cross the Jersey, The Gaslamp, Glen Ridge Historical Society,

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New Oral Histories from the Many Voices of Montclair Oral History Project Released
New Oral Histories from the Many Voices of Montclair Oral History Project Released

The next round of oral histories from the 2018 oral history project are now available.

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New Oral Histories from the Many Voices of Montclair Oral History Project Released
New Oral Histories from the Many Voices of Montclair Oral History Project Released

The next round of oral histories from the 2018 oral history project are now available.

Read More →
New Oral Histories from the Many Voices of Montclair Oral History Project Released
New Oral Histories from the Many Voices of Montclair Oral History Project Released

The next round of oral histories from the 2018 oral history project are now available.

Read More →
New Oral Histories from the Many Voices of Montclair Oral History Project Released
New Oral Histories from the Many Voices of Montclair Oral History Project Released

The next round of oral histories from the 2018 oral history project are now available.

Read More →
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Pride Month Oral History Spotlight: Growing Up Gay in ’60s and ’70s Essex County

Highlighting an oral history in celebration of Pride Month.

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Oral History Spotlight: The Legacy of Stuart Kiel and Kiel's Pharmacy

Explore a piece of Montclair’s Jewish history and a neighborhood fixture.

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