Category Archives: Collections
Frequently Asked Questions
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How do I research in the museum’s online database including on my mobile device?
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Can I get a print of an image in the catalog for my personal use?
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What kind and size of prints are available and what do they cost?
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There is a PDF (portable document file) or other file listed as “on file.” Where is it?
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I know more about a person or a place seen in the catalog. Can I tell you about them?
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Can I send a page to someone that may be interested in what I found?
1. How do I research in the museum’s online database?
Our on-line catalog is at hobokenmuseum.org/collection-items/ top
2. Is everything in the collections in the online catalog?
The database represents over a third of our holdings with cataloging work diligently proceeding on the other materials along with digitization and transcription. We believe that the offerings available provide a respectable overview of the collections and, as a small museum with typical limited resources, useful detail regarding Hoboken history. top
3. Can I get a print of an image in the catalog for my personal use?
Yes, we can make prints for most items with some subject to copyright, donor or technical restrictions. For usage other than personal use, contact Museum collections (collections@ hobokenmuseum.org or 201-656-2240) for availability, current pricing and any restrictions. top
4. What kind and size of prints are available and what do they cost?
All prints are digital inkjet prints on a semi-gloss paper, without a matte or frame.We offer a variety of sizes, from 8×11 to 24×36 or even larger.
Prints up to 24” wide can be made for some images and the price will be quoted upon request. Special requirements regarding cropping or sizing for mattes can be considered, although charges may be made depending on the project. top
5. How do I order a print?
In the database, note the catalog # of thephoto you’re interested in, and share that with collections@hobokenmuseum.org or 201-656-2240. we will contact you to arrange payment.) Generally, orders are fulfilled within a week of receiving it. top
6. Will it have a watermark on it?
No, the watermark only appears on the web images which are low resolution and not intended for printing. top
7. Can I get a framed print for myself or to give as a gift?
We have some 11×17 and 16×20 black frames. Reach out if you’re interested. Local pick-up only and stock is limited. top
8. Can I find a picture of where I live?
Not every building or address in Hoboken will be found in our catalogue. top
9. Is there a way to find someone who once lived here?
Try the name as a KEYWORD SEARCH using quotes around the name. Also under ADVANCED SEARCH make sure to click the PEOPLE box at the top. Remember that the spelling of names often varied over the years as well as first names (i.e. Philip – Phillip or nicknames, Dom for Dominic or Dominick.) Genealogy is one use for the database that we are constantly trying to improve. top
10. There is a PDF (portable document file) or other file listed as “on file”, but it is not available. Where is it?
Some of these files are available in the on-line database along with video, audio and similar files. Note that some of these are large files and may take a while to download or display; your capability with mobile devices will vary. Due to our conversion to a new databasde sysem, some of these files may not be linked. Reach out if interested. top
11. I know more about a person or a place seen in the catalog. Can I tell you about them?
Yes, note the catalog # and send an email to collections@hobokenmuseum.org. After our review, the information may be compiled in the record and credited as appropriate. top
12. Can I send a page to someone that may be interested in what I found?
Off course! Share the page from your browser. top
13. Can I visit the Museum and see the collections?
You can see selected items from the collections that are on exhibition in the current main exhibition, but the collections themselves are not on permanent display. The Museum’s home is dedicated to changing exhibitions and programs and regrettably does not have room for permanent displays. Collections are housed off-site in a secure, non-public space. top
14. Can I research in materials that are not catalogued?
Due to limited space and staff, research access is restricted. While all inquiries receive attention, we are unable to allow access to the storage areas. It is not a browsing collection as most items are boxed, shelved and stored in an appropriate manner; they can be retrieved for specific need. top
Online Database
Explore the Hoboken Historical Museum’s Online Archive, featuring detailed information and images of photographs, newspaper clippings, cataloged items, artwork, and artifacts spanning the last 250 years. Our database is continuously updated and serves as a growing resource for researchers, historians, and the community.
Hoboken Historical Museum Online Archive
For further information about the collection or to order images, please contact Rand Hoppe at archives@hobokenmuseum.org or call (201) 656-2240.
Images are also available for media or publishing use—please reach out for details.
Ordering Custom Prints
We offer high-quality prints of collection images in various sizes. Image proportions may not always fill the page, and a minimum 1-inch white border will be present. Payment must be made in advance of printing.
Pricing
- 8.5″ × 11″ — $30
- 11″ × 17″ — $45
- 13″ × 19″ — $50
- 17″ × 22″ — $60
- 18″ × 24″ — $80
- 20″ × 30″ — $90
- 24″ × 36″ — $120
If an image requires a new scan or resizing, an additional $100 fee applies.
Shipping & Handling: $10 minimum
Plus NJ Sales Tax
Start your search below and explore Hoboken’s rich history!
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant exterior, Can Factory, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant exterior, Extraction Building, east end, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant exterior, Offices & Laboratory, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant exterior, Pier Shed, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant exterior, Pier Shed, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant exterior, Pier Shed, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant exterior, Pilot Plant, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant exterior, Power House, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant exterior, Process Building, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant exterior, Silo Building, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant exterior, Silo Building, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant exterior, Silo Building, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant exterior, Silo Building, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant exterior, Silo Building, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant exterior, Soluble Building, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant exterior, between Manufacturing Building & Extraction Building, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant exterior, between Manufacturing Building, left, & Soluble Building, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant exterior, detail of southeast corner of Manufacturing Building, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant exterior, east roof with sign framework of Manufacturing Building, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant exterior, looking east at the north wall of Manufacturing Building, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant exterior, looking north between Extraction Building & Storage Silos, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant exterior, looking north between Extraction Building & Storage Silos, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant exterior, looking north between Process Building & Soluble Building, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant exterior, looking northeast from roof of Offices & Laboratory, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant exterior, looking northwest from Pilot Plant, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant exterior, looking northwest from Pilot Plant, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant exterior, looking south at north wall of Manufacturing Building, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant exterior, looking southeast at north wall of Manufacturing Building, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant exterior, overview from Elysian Park, looking northeast, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant exterior, overview from east, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant exterior, overview looking east from Hudson St., Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant exterior, overview looking east from top of Soluble Building, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant exterior, overview looking north on Hudson St, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant exterior, overview looking north on Hudson St., Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant exterior, overview looking northeast from top of Soluble Building, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant exterior, south overview with Process Building & Soluble Building, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant exterior, view from South, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Can Factory, 1st floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Can Factory, 1st floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Can Factory, 1st floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Can Factory, 2nd floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Can Factory, 2nd floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Can Factory, 3rd Floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Can Factory, 3rd Floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Can Factory, 3rd Floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Can Factory, 4th Floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Can Factory, 4th Floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Can Factory, 4th Floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Can Factory, 4th Floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Can Factory, roof, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Can Factory, roof, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Can Factory, roof, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Can Factory, roof, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Extraction Building, 1st Floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Extraction Building, 1st Floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Extraction Building, 2nd Floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Extraction Building, 2nd Floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Extraction Building, 2nd Floor, percolator, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Extraction Building, 2nd Floor, percolator, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Extraction Building, 3rd Floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Extraction Building, 3rd Floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Extraction Building, 3rd Floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Extraction Building, basement, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Extraction Building, basement, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Extraction Building, basement, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Extraction Building, mezzanine between 1st & 2nd Floors, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Extraction Building, penthouse, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Extraction Building, penthouse, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Manufacturing Building, 1st Floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Manufacturing Building, 2nd Floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Manufacturing Building, 3rd Floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Manufacturing Building, 3rd Floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Manufacturing Building, 4th floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Manufacturing Building, 4th floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Manufacturing Building, 5th Floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Manufacturing Building, 5th Floor, mezzanine, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Manufacturing Building, 5th Floor, mezzanine, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Manufacturing Building, 5th Floor, mezzanine, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Manufacturing Building, 5th floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Manufacturing Building, 5th floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Manufacturing Building, Penthouse, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Offices & Laboratory, 1st floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Offices & Laboratory, 2nd floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Offices & Laboratory, 3rd floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Offices & Laboratory, 3rd floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Offices & Laboratory, basement, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Offices & Laboratory, basement, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Offices & Laboratory, basement, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Offices & Laboratory, basement, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Pier Shed, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Pier Shed, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Pilot Plant, 1st floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Pilot Plant, 2nd floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Power House, basement, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Process Building, 1st floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Process Building, 1st floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Process Building, 2nd floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Process Building, 2nd floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Process Building, 2nd floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Process Building, 2nd floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Process Building, basement, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Silo Building, 1st floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Silo Building, 1st floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Silo Building, 2nd floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Silo Building, 2nd floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Silo Building, 4th floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Silo Building, 5th floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Silo Building, 5th floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Silo Building, 6th floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Soluble Building, 1st floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Soluble Building, 1st floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Soluble Building, 2nd floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Soluble Building, 2nd floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Soluble Building, 2nd floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Soluble Building, 2nd floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Soluble Building, 2nd floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Soluble Building, 3rd floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Soluble Building, 3rd floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Soluble Building, 3rd floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Soluble Building, 4th floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Soluble Building, 4th floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Soluble Building, 4th floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Soluble Building, 4th floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Soluble Building, 5th floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Soluble Building, 6th floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Soluble Building, basement, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Soluble Building, basement, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Warehouse Building, detail floor pit, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Warehouse Building, detail roof structure, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Warehouse Building, ground floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of former Maxwell House Coffee plant interior, Warehouse Building, ground floor, Hoboken, 2003.
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Digital image of B+W photo of the Hoboken waterfront, Hoboken, circa 1987.
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Digital image of B+W photo of the Hoboken waterfront, Hoboken, circa 1987.
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Digital image of B+W photo of the Hoboken waterfront, Hoboken, circa 1987.
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Digital image of B+W photo of the Hoboken waterfront, Hoboken, circa 1987.
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Digital image of B+W photo of the Hoboken waterfront, Hoboken, circa 1987.
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Digital image of B+W photo of the Hoboken waterfront, Hoboken, circa 1987.
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Digital image of B+W photo of the Hoboken waterfront, Hoboken, circa 1987.
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Digital image of B+W photo of the Hoboken waterfront, Hoboken, circa 1987.
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Digital image of B+W photo of the Hoboken waterfront, Hoboken, circa 1987.
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Digital image of B+W photo of the Hoboken waterfront, Hoboken, circa 1987.
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Digital image of B+W photo of the Hoboken waterfront, Hoboken, circa 1987.
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Digital image of B+W photo of the Hoboken waterfront, Hoboken, circa 1987.
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Digital image of B+W photo of the Hoboken waterfront, Hoboken, circa 1987.
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Digital image of B+W photo of the Hoboken waterfront, Hoboken, circa 1987.
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Digital image of B+W photo of the Hoboken waterfront, Hoboken, circa 1987.
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Digital image of B+W photo of the Hoboken waterfront, Hoboken, circa 1987.
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Digital image of B+W photo of the Hoboken waterfront, Hoboken, circa 1987.
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Digital image of B+W photo of the Hoboken waterfront, Hoboken, circa 1987.
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Digital image of B+W photo of the Hoboken waterfront, Hoboken, circa 1987.
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Digital image of B+W photo of the Hoboken waterfront, Hoboken, circa 1987.
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Digital image of B+W photo of the Hoboken waterfront, Hoboken, circa 1987.
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Digital image of B+W photo of the Hoboken waterfront, Hoboken, circa 1987.
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Digital image of B+W photo of the Hoboken waterfront, Hoboken, circa 1987.
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Digital image of B+W photo of the Hoboken waterfront, Hoboken, circa 1987.
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Digital image of B+W photo of the Hoboken waterfront, Hoboken, circa 1987.
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Digital image of B+W photo of the Hoboken waterfront, Hoboken, circa 1987.
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Digital image of B+W photo of the Hoboken waterfront, Hoboken, circa 1987.
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Digital image of B+W photo of the Hoboken waterfront, Hoboken, circa 1987.
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Digital image of B+W photo of the Hoboken waterfront, Hoboken, circa 1987.
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Digital image of B+W photo of the Hoboken waterfront, Hoboken, circa 1987.
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Digital image of B+W photo of the Hoboken waterfront, Hoboken, circa 1987.
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Digital image of B+W photo of the Hoboken waterfront, Hoboken, circa 1987.
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Digital image of B+W photo of the Hoboken waterfront, Hoboken, circa 1987.
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Digital image of B+W photo of the Hoboken waterfront, Hoboken, circa 1987.
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Digital image of B+W photo of the Hoboken waterfront, Hoboken, circa 1987.
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Digital image of B+W photograph of Francis Gallo (right) & another women inside fur goods factory, Fourth & Madison Sts., Hoboken, no date, ca. 1950's.
PhotographDigital image of B+W photograph of Frank Amato in Army uniform in front of 404 Clinton Street, Hoboken, no date, ca. 1945-47.
PhotographDigital image of B+W photograph of Frank Amato in front of 404 Clinton Street, Hoboken, no date, ca. 1943-45.
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Digital image of B+W photograph of Monroe Street looking north from Fifth Street, Hoboken, no date, ca. 1942-1945.
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Digital image of B+W photograph of Monroe Street looking north from Fifth Street, Hoboken, no date, ca. 1942-1945.
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Digital image of B+W photograph of the upper rear facade and roof of 509 Monroe Street, Hoboken, no date, ca. 1963-1970.
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Digital image of Castle Point Observation Terrace looking southeast, Hoboken, July 9, 2004.
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Digital image of Castle Point from River Road looking southwest, Hoboken, n.d, ca. 1970-1975.
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Digital image of Clam Broth House sign at NW corner of Newark & Rivers Sts., Hoboken, August 7, 2004.
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Digital image of Court Street looking north towards Newark St., Hoboken, Dec. 26, 2003.
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Digital image of Dec. 31, 1929 Hudson Observer newsclipping re Bernard N. McFeely becoming Mayor of Hoboken.
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Digital image of Frank Sinatra Drive near 7th - 8th Sts. area (once River Rd.), Hoboken, Dec. 26, 2003.
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Digital image of Hoboken Land Building, 1 Newark St., Hoboken, July 17, 2004.
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Digital image of Hudson & Manhattan R.R. photo postcard of motorized unit no. 266 at Meadows Car Shop, Oct. 12, 1958.
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Digital image of Hudson & Manhattan R.R. postcard showing a tunnel curve. No date, ca.1908.
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Digital image of Hudson & Manhattan R.R. postcard titled: "Sand Hogs" at rest. 1908.
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Digital image of Hudson & Manhattan R.R. postcard titled: 19th St. Station, Hudson & Manhattan Subway, New York. No date, ca. 1909.
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Digital image of Hudson & Manhattan R.R. postcard titled: 19th St. Station, Hudson & Manhattan Subway, New York. No date, ca. 1910.
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Digital image of Hudson & Manhattan R.R. postcard titled: 224 Hudson Tubes, Park Place Station, Newark, N.J. no date, ca. 1915.
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Digital image of Hudson & Manhattan R.R. postcard titled: Around the curve, and we dive beneath the Hudson, 1908.
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Digital image of Hudson & Manhattan R.R. postcard titled: At work in the air-lock. 1908.
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Digital image of Hudson & Manhattan R.R. postcard titled: Building the McAdoo Tunnel under the Hudson River, New York. No date, ca. 1908.
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Digital image of Hudson & Manhattan R.R. postcard titled: Christopher Street Station. 1908.
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Digital image of Hudson & Manhattan R.R. postcard titled: Electric locomotive, McAdoo, Tunnel, N.Y. No date, ca. 1908.
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Digital image of Hudson & Manhattan R.R. postcard titled: First party to go through the McAdoo Tunnel, N.Y. no date, ca. 1908.
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Digital image of Hudson & Manhattan R.R. postcard titled: Hoboken Terminal of N.Y. and N.J. Tunnel. No date, ca. 1908.
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Digital image of Hudson & Manhattan R.R. postcard titled: Hudson & Manhattan Subway Terminal New York (actually Hoboken station). 1909.
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Digital image of Hudson & Manhattan R.R. postcard titled: Hudson Company's Building from Hudson River. No date, ca. 1908.
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Digital image of Hudson & Manhattan R.R. postcard titled: Hudson Company's Building from Hudson River. No date, ca. 1908.
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Digital image of Hudson & Manhattan R.R. postcard titled: Hudson River Tunnel, connecting New York & New Jersey. No date, ca. 1908.
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Digital image of Hudson & Manhattan R.R. postcard titled: Hudson Terminal Building, New York. 1908.
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Digital image of Hudson & Manhattan R.R. postcard titled: Hudson Terminal Building, New York. No date, ca. 1908
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Digital image of Hudson & Manhattan R.R. postcard titled: Hudson Terminal and Tubes, New York City. No date, ca. 1910.
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Digital image of Hudson & Manhattan R.R. postcard titled: Hudson Terminal, Newark, N.J. no date, ca. 1918.
Object/ArtifactCamp Tamaqua
Bob Calabro published his book “Tamaqua: Remembering Hoboken Y’s Camp Tamaqua 1955-1965” in 2016. In 2017, the Hoboken Historical Museum hosted the first Camp Tamaqua Reunion. With Bob’s help, the Museum is building a Camp Tamaqua archive at the Museum πηγή του άρθρου. The first step is to present Bob’s book here, and let everyone know that I’ve set up an email address camptamaqua@hobokenmuseum.org, which you can use to send Tamaqua-specific queries and comments. Once we get moving, there will be more added to our Collections database, and I’ll make updates here, too.
I’ve set up some Albums with the photos that Bob and Alice Galmann have shared. Click the links below! If you have a Google account, you’ll be able to add comments the photos.
Activities – Facilities – Staff
Here are some PDFs with Tamaqua song lyrics, enjoy!
Camp Tamaqua Songs #1 – Camp Tamaqua Songs #2 – Camp Tamaqua Songs #3
Thanks to Bob Calabro and Alice Galmann, we are able to present home movies take at Camp Tamaqua in the 1960s. Click here to access a playlist on our YouTube channel.
– Rand Hoppe
Collections Manager, Hoboken Historical Museum
Tamaqua – Remembering Hoboken Y’s Camp Tamaqua: 1955-1965Archives & Research Center
Collections of artifacts and documents are the heart and soul of any museum. The public sees glimpses of it in the items and images on display during our one or two themed exhibits each year, but most are carefully stored away for posterity.
The Hoboken Museum’s first exhibition, “Hoboken’s Changing Scenes,” opened in November 1986 in display cases at City Hall, featuring vintage postcard views of early 1900s Hoboken, side-by-side with present-day photographs. Museum founder Jim Hans donated the postcards to inaugurate the Museum’s permanent collection.
Catalogued, digitally scanned and packed in archival boxes by David Webster, our former Collections Manager, the Museum’s collections grew to over 100,000 items during his tenure. After David passed away in 2015, the Museum created the David Webster Memorial Fund to begin raising funds to expand and modernize our collections operations.The Museum’s collections have been growing ever since, through generous donations, strategic purchases and salvage, such as racks of police mug shots from the 1920s, or business signs like Apicella’s leaping swordfish and the 12-foot-high neon “Last Drop” from the iconic Maxwell House Coffee sign. Our space (pictured above) is maxed out.
To date, we have raised over $40,000, with a goal of raising $100,000 to create The Hoboken Museum Archives and Research Center (conceptual rendering at left), where we can welcome visitors and researchers to explore Hoboken’s history, and our new Collections Manager, Randolph Hoppe, can continue cataloguing and digitizing our ever-expanding collections.
Any amount is appreciated, just choose one of the categories below. To donate your own amount; simply scroll down to click on the button in the lower right corner.
PS – David will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him. His legacy lives on in the highly searchable online collections catalogue on our website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Collections
Our on-line catalog is at hoboken.pastperfectonline.com and as of 2015 it is mobile adaptive for use on phones and tablets. On a DESKTOP or LAPTOP, this link brings you to a SEARCH TIPS screen. To do a search, use the buttons at the top to see Random Images or enter words most likely to fulfill your interest. On PHONES, due to screen size, the SEARCH TIPS is the welcome page and you have choice of two buttons: KEYWORD SEARCH or RANDOM IMAGES. The database is also available through Google or other search providers except for the most recent records.
The database represents over a third of our holdings with cataloging work diligently proceeding on the other materials along with digitization and transcription. We believe that the offerings available provide a respectable overview of the collections and, as a small museum with typical limited resources, useful detail regarding Hoboken history
Yes, we can make prints for most items with some subject to copyright, donor or technical restrictions. For usage other than personal use, contact Museum collections ( collections@ hobokenmuseum.org or 201-656-2260) for availability, current pricing and any restrictions.
All prints are digital inkjet prints on a semi-gloss paper, without a matte or frame. We offer a variety of sizes, from 8×11 to 13×19 at the same price: $25 per image. (Some popular images are offered in our online store.)
Prints up to 24” wide can be made for some images and the price will be quoted upon request. Special requirements regarding cropping or sizing for mattes can be considered, although charges may be made depending on the project.
In the database is an ORDER IMAGE email button (below every image) that can be used to order that specific image. Just fill in the form and send. (Note: you cannot order or pay for prints from the collections database in the online Museum Store; we will contact you to arrange payment.) Generally, orders are fulfilled within a week of receiving it.
No, the watermark only appears on the web images which are low resolution and not intended for printing.
We offer a 16×20 black frame with matte for 12×16 prints. Price: $75 including print. Local pick-up only and stock is limited.
Not every building or address in Hoboken will be found in our catalogue.
Try the name as a KEYWORD SEARCH using quotes around the name. Also under ADVANCED SEARCH make sure to click the PEOPLE box at the top. Remember that the spelling of names often varied over the years as well as first names (i.e. Philip – Phillip or nicknames, Dom for Dominic or Dominick.) Genealogy is one use for the database that we are constantly trying to improve.
Some of these files are available in the on-line database along with video, audio and similar files using the MULTIMEDIA LINK. Note that some of these are large files and may take a while to download or display; your capability with mobile devices will vary.
Yes, use the SEND FEEDBACK button (at top of every page) to tell us what you know and also, what may be incomplete or incorrect. Just complete the form and send. After our review, the information may be compiled in the record and credited as appropriate.
Use the EMAIL PAGE button (at top of every page.) Just complete the form and send.
You can see selected items from the collections that are on exhibition in the current main exhibition, but the collections themselves are not on permanent display. The Museum’s home is dedicated to changing exhibitions and programs and regrettably does not have room for permanent displays. Collections are housed off-site in a secure, non-public space.
Due to limited space and staff, research access is restricted. While all inquiries receive attention, we are unable to allow access to the storage areas. It is not a browsing collection as most items are boxed, shelved and stored in an appropriate manner; they can be retrieved for specific need.