Category Archives: Collections

Frequently Asked Questions

  1. How do I research in the museum’s online database including on my mobile device?

  2. Is everything in the collections in the online catalog?

  3. Can I get a print of an image in the catalog for my personal use? 

  4. What kind and size of prints are available and what do they cost?

  5. How do I order a print?

  6. Will it have a watermark on it?

  7. Can I get a framed print to give as gift?

  8. Can I find a picture of where I live?

  9. Is there a way to find someone who once lived here?

  10. There is a PDF (portable document file) or other file listed as “on file.” Where is it?

  11. I know more about a person or a place seen in the catalog. Can I tell you about them?

  12. Can I send a page to someone that may be interested in what I found?

  13. Can I visit the Museum and see the collections?

  14. Can I research in materials that are not catalogued?

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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Color slide of a food stall at a street fair.
Color slide of a food stall at a street fair.
Photograph
Color slide of a fruit stand.
Color slide of a fruit stand.
Photograph
Color slide of a fruit stand.
Color slide of a fruit stand.
Photograph
Color slide of a garden and buildings on the 800 block of Park Avenue.
Color slide of a garden and buildings on the 800 block of Park Avenue.
Photograph
Color slide of a group of men laying down firecracker/fireworks on the street.
Color slide of a group of men laying down firecracker/fireworks on the street.
Photograph
Color slide of a group of men.
Color slide of a group of men.
Photograph
Color slide of a group of men.
Color slide of a group of men.
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Color slide of a group of men.
Color slide of a group of men.
Photograph
Color slide of a group of people at a street fair/festival.
Color slide of a group of people at a street fair/festival.
Photograph
Color slide of a group of people at a table.
Color slide of a group of people at a table.
Photograph
Color slide of a group of people at a table.
Color slide of a group of people at a table.
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Color slide of a group of people at a table.
Color slide of a group of people at a table.
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Color slide of a group of people at a table.
Color slide of a group of people at a table.
Photograph
Color slide of a group of people in front of a game stall at a street fair.
Color slide of a group of people in front of a game stall at a street fair.
Photograph
Color slide of a group of people.
Color slide of a group of people.
Photograph
Color slide of a group of people.
Color slide of a group of people.
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Color slide of a group of people.
Color slide of a group of people.
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Color slide of a group of people.
Color slide of a group of people.
Photograph
Color slide of a group of women around a table.
Color slide of a group of women around a table.
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Color slide of a group of women around a table.
Color slide of a group of women around a table.
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Color slide of a group of women around a table.
Color slide of a group of women around a table.
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Color slide of a group of women around a table.
Color slide of a group of women around a table.
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Color slide of a group of women in front of a building.
Color slide of a group of women in front of a building.
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Color slide of a group of women in front of a building.
Color slide of a group of women in front of a building.
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Color slide of a group of women.
Color slide of a group of women.
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Color slide of a group of women.
Color slide of a group of women.
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Color slide of a jack o
Color slide of a jack o'lantern in a window.
Photograph
Color slide of a lilac espalier in front of a building on 10th Street.
Color slide of a lilac espalier in front of a building on 10th Street.
Photograph
Color slide of a man frying food at a street fair.
Color slide of a man frying food at a street fair.
Photograph
Color slide of a man holding balloons.
Color slide of a man holding balloons.
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Color slide of a man holding balloons.
Color slide of a man holding balloons.
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Color slide of a man in a backyard.
Color slide of a man in a backyard.
Photograph
Color slide of a man in a hard hat.
Color slide of a man in a hard hat.
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Color slide of a man in a hard hat.
Color slide of a man in a hard hat.
Photograph
Color slide of a man make food at a street fair.
Color slide of a man make food at a street fair.
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Color slide of a man making food at a street fair.
Color slide of a man making food at a street fair.
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Color slide of a man making food at a street fair.
Color slide of a man making food at a street fair.
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Color slide of a man on a Hoboken ferry.
Color slide of a man on a Hoboken ferry.
Photograph
Color slide of a man on the Hoboken ferry.
Color slide of a man on the Hoboken ferry.
Photograph
Color slide of a man playing a sousaphone.
Color slide of a man playing a sousaphone.
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Color slide of a man playing a tuba.
Color slide of a man playing a tuba.
Photograph
Color slide of a man sitting on a crate at a street fair.
Color slide of a man sitting on a crate at a street fair.
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Color slide of a man sitting.
Color slide of a man sitting.
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Color slide of a man walking in a parade.
Color slide of a man walking in a parade.
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Color slide of a man with balloons and toys.
Color slide of a man with balloons and toys.
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Color slide of a man.
Color slide of a man.
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Color slide of a neon sign in the window of Benny Tudino
Color slide of a neon sign in the window of Benny Tudino's Retaurant & Pizzeria, 622 Washington St., Hoboken, October, 1984.
Photograph
Color slide of a painting in St. Matthew Church.
Color slide of a painting in St. Matthew Church.
Photograph
Color slide of a pretzel cart.
Color slide of a pretzel cart.
Photograph
Color slide of a religious statue.
Color slide of a religious statue.
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Color slide of a ship tied to a dock.
Color slide of a ship tied to a dock.
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Color slide of a skull mask.
Color slide of a skull mask.
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Color slide of a snowy 11th street.
Color slide of a snowy 11th street.
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Color slide of a snowy Church Square Park and Our Lady of Grace Church.
Color slide of a snowy Church Square Park and Our Lady of Grace Church.
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Color slide of a snowy backyard.
Color slide of a snowy backyard.
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Color slide of a snowy street.
Color slide of a snowy street.
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Color slide of a stained glass pear in a window.
Color slide of a stained glass pear in a window.
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Color slide of a stained glass window in St. Matthew Church.
Color slide of a stained glass window in St. Matthew Church.
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Color slide of a stained glass window in St. Matthew Church.
Color slide of a stained glass window in St. Matthew Church.
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Color slide of a statue of a Madonna with flowers.
Color slide of a statue of a Madonna with flowers.
Photograph
Color slide of a statue of a Madonna with flowers.
Color slide of a statue of a Madonna with flowers.
Photograph
Color slide of a store front of the former La Chiquita Market, Washington St., Hoboken, October, 1984.
Color slide of a store front of the former La Chiquita Market, Washington St., Hoboken, October, 1984.
Photograph
Color slide of a store window of the former Carollo
Color slide of a store window of the former Carollo's Pharmacy, 537 Washington St., Hoboken, May, 1983.
Photograph
Color slide of a street and buildings with three people in the foreground.
Color slide of a street and buildings with three people in the foreground.
Photograph
Color slide of a street and buildings.
Color slide of a street and buildings.
Photograph
Color slide of a street and buildings.
Color slide of a street and buildings.
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Color slide of a street and buildings.
Color slide of a street and buildings.
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Color slide of a street, water tower and a demolition site.
Color slide of a street, water tower and a demolition site.
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Color slide of a street, water tower and a demolition site.
Color slide of a street, water tower and a demolition site.
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Color slide of a three tug boats.
Color slide of a three tug boats.
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Color slide of a three tug boats.
Color slide of a three tug boats.
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Color slide of a title slide for an intermission during a slide show.
Color slide of a title slide for an intermission during a slide show.
Photograph
Color slide of a tray of cupcakes.
Color slide of a tray of cupcakes.
Photograph
Color slide of a tug boat and barge on the Hudson River.
Color slide of a tug boat and barge on the Hudson River.
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Color slide of a tug boat on the Hudson river.
Color slide of a tug boat on the Hudson river.
Photograph
Color slide of a two tug boats at a dock.
Color slide of a two tug boats at a dock.
Photograph
Color slide of a two unidentified men on pier set of the motion picture "On the Waterfront", Hoboken, no date, ca. late 1953-early 1954.
Color slide of a two unidentified men on pier set of the motion picture "On the Waterfront", Hoboken, no date, ca. late 1953-early 1954.
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Color slide of a vacant storefront at 326 Washington St., Hoboken, December, 1983.
Color slide of a vacant storefront at 326 Washington St., Hoboken, December, 1983.
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Color slide of a view from Stevens campus.
Color slide of a view from Stevens campus.
Photograph
Color slide of a white fire escape.
Color slide of a white fire escape.
Photograph
Color slide of a woman in a lab.
Color slide of a woman in a lab.
Photograph
Color slide of a woman sitting by the fire place in Anita Heimbruch
Color slide of a woman sitting by the fire place in Anita Heimbruch's home.
Photograph
Color slide of a woman sitting on a bench.
Color slide of a woman sitting on a bench.
Photograph
Color slide of a woman standing in a backyard.
Color slide of a woman standing in a backyard.
Photograph
Color slide of a woman with hair rollers.
Color slide of a woman with hair rollers.
Photograph
Color slide of a wooden cabinet.
Color slide of a wooden cabinet.
Photograph
Color slide of a young boy helping make food at a street fair.
Color slide of a young boy helping make food at a street fair.
Photograph
Color slide of actors and crew on pier set of the motion picture "On the Waterfront", Hoboken, no date, ca. late 1953-early 1954.
Color slide of actors and crew on pier set of the motion picture "On the Waterfront", Hoboken, no date, ca. late 1953-early 1954.
Photograph
Color slide of aerial view from Hudson & 3rd looking NW
Color slide of aerial view from Hudson & 3rd looking NW
Photograph
Color slide of aerial view from Hudson & 3rd looking S
Color slide of aerial view from Hudson & 3rd looking S
Photograph
Color slide of aerial view from Hudson & 3rd looking SW
Color slide of aerial view from Hudson & 3rd looking SW
Photograph
Color slide of aerial view from Hudson & 3rd looking W
Color slide of aerial view from Hudson & 3rd looking W
Photograph
Color slide of aerial view from Hudson and 3rd looking S
Color slide of aerial view from Hudson and 3rd looking S
Photograph
Color slide of aerial view from Hudson and 3rd looking SW
Color slide of aerial view from Hudson and 3rd looking SW
Photograph
Color slide of aerial view from River & 3rd looking E
Color slide of aerial view from River & 3rd looking E
Photograph
Color slide of aerial view from River & 3rd looking E
Color slide of aerial view from River & 3rd looking E
Photograph
Color slide of aerial view from River & 3rd looking E
Color slide of aerial view from River & 3rd looking E
Photograph
Color slide of aerial view from River & 3rd looking E at Pier B with the New York City skyline across the Hudson River
Color slide of aerial view from River & 3rd looking E at Pier B with the New York City skyline across the Hudson River
Photograph
Color slide of aerial view from River & 3rd looking N. Saints Peter & Paul Catholic church at Hudson & 4th is in the foreground with Troy Towers on the Palisades
Color slide of aerial view from River & 3rd looking N. Saints Peter & Paul Catholic church at Hudson & 4th is in the foreground with Troy Towers on the Palisades
Photograph
Color slide of aerial view from River & 3rd looking NE
Color slide of aerial view from River & 3rd looking NE
Photograph
Color slide of aerial view from River & 3rd looking NE
Color slide of aerial view from River & 3rd looking NE
Photograph
Color slide of aerial view from River & 3rd looking NW
Color slide of aerial view from River & 3rd looking NW
Photograph
Color slide of aerial view from River & 3rd looking SE
Color slide of aerial view from River & 3rd looking SE
Photograph
Color slide of aerial view from River & 3rd looking SE
Color slide of aerial view from River & 3rd looking SE
Photograph
Color slide of aerial view from River & 3rd looking SE
Color slide of aerial view from River & 3rd looking SE
Photograph
Color slide of aerial view from River and 3rd looking E at Pier B with the New York City skyline across the Hudson River
Color slide of aerial view from River and 3rd looking E at Pier B with the New York City skyline across the Hudson River
Photograph
Color slide of aerial view from River and 3rd looking SE
Color slide of aerial view from River and 3rd looking SE
Photograph
Color slide of aerial view from Washington and Newark looking SW at the Hoboken City Hall façade.
Color slide of aerial view from Washington and Newark looking SW at the Hoboken City Hall façade.
Photograph
Color slide of aerial view of Our Lady of Grace Roman Catholic church at 400 Willow on the NW corner of Willow & 4th
Color slide of aerial view of Our Lady of Grace Roman Catholic church at 400 Willow on the NW corner of Willow & 4th
Photograph
Color slide of aerial view of The Lining Store building façade at 412 Washington between 4th & 5th looking NW
Color slide of aerial view of The Lining Store building façade at 412 Washington between 4th & 5th looking NW
Photograph
Color slide of aerial view of the Hoboken Public Library rooftop at 500 Park in the background and the A.J. Demarest Junior High (Hoboken Middle School) rooftop at 158 4th in the foreground
Color slide of aerial view of the Hoboken Public Library rooftop at 500 Park in the background and the A.J. Demarest Junior High (Hoboken Middle School) rooftop at 158 4th in the foreground
Photograph
Color slide of aerial view of the Lackawanna Terminal façade
Color slide of aerial view of the Lackawanna Terminal façade
Photograph
Color slide of aerial view of the Lackawanna Terminal façade
Color slide of aerial view of the Lackawanna Terminal façade
Photograph
Color slide of an empty storefront at 420 Washington St., Hoboken, May, 1984.
Color slide of an empty storefront at 420 Washington St., Hoboken, May, 1984.
Photograph
Color slide of balloons.
Color slide of balloons.
Photograph
Color slide of balloons.
Color slide of balloons.
Photograph
Color slide of building under renovation on or near First and Clinton Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1983-84.
Color slide of building under renovation on or near First and Clinton Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1983-84.
Photograph
Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca 1983.
Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca 1983.
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Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca, 1983-84.
Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca, 1983-84.
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Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca, 1983-84.
Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca, 1983-84.
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Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1983-84.
Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1983-84.
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Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1983.
Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1983.
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Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1984.
Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1984.
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Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1984.
Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1984.
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Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1984.
Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1984.
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Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1984.
Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1984.
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Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1984.
Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1984.
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Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1984.
Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1984.
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Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1984.
Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1984.
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Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1984.
Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1984.
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Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1984.
Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1984.
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Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1984.
Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1984.
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Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1984.
Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1984.
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Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1984.
Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1984.
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Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1984.
Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1984.
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Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1984.
Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1984.
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Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1984.
Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1984.
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Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1984.
Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1984.
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Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1984.
Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1984.
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Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1984.
Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1984.
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Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1984.
Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1984.
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Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1984.
Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1984.
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Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1984.
Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1984.
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Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1984.
Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1984.
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Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1984.
Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1984.
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Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1984.
Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1984.
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Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1984.
Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1984.
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Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1984.
Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1984.
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Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1984.
Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1984.
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Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1984.
Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1984.
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Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1984.
Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1984.
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Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1984.
Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1984.
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Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1984.
Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1984.
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Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. July 1984.
Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. July 1984.
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Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. July 1984.
Color slide of building under renovation on or near Newark and Garden Sts., Hoboken, ca. July 1984.
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Color slide of buildings on or near First and Clinton Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1983-84.
Color slide of buildings on or near First and Clinton Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1983-84.
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Color slide of buildings on or near First and Clinton Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1983-84.
Color slide of buildings on or near First and Clinton Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1983-84.
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Color slide of buildings reflected in water.
Color slide of buildings reflected in water.
Photograph
Color slide of buildings under renovation on or near First and Clinton Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1983-84.
Color slide of buildings under renovation on or near First and Clinton Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1983-84.
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Color slide of buildings under renovation on or near First and Clinton Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1983-84.
Color slide of buildings under renovation on or near First and Clinton Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1983-84.
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Color slide of buildings under renovation on or near First and Clinton Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1983-84.
Color slide of buildings under renovation on or near First and Clinton Sts., Hoboken, ca. 1983-84.
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Color slide of buildings.
Color slide of buildings.
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Color slide of cars in front of a demolished building.
Color slide of cars in front of a demolished building.
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Color slide of children playing in Columbus Park.
Color slide of children playing in Columbus Park.
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Color slide of city of Hoboken map by mayo lynch and associates, revised 1972 hoboken model cities
Color slide of city of Hoboken map by mayo lynch and associates, revised 1972 hoboken model cities
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Color slide of close up-view of decorative tile on one of the buildings between 725 and 731 Washington between 7th and 8th
Color slide of close up-view of decorative tile on one of the buildings between 725 and 731 Washington between 7th and 8th
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Color slide of close up-view of semicircular arch voussoirs on one of the buildings between 206 and 218 13th on the N side between Park and Garden
Color slide of close up-view of semicircular arch voussoirs on one of the buildings between 206 and 218 13th on the N side between Park and Garden
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Color slide of close-up front view of gargoyle on a building on Jefferson and 4th
Color slide of close-up front view of gargoyle on a building on Jefferson and 4th
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Color slide of close-up side view of gargoyle on a building on Jefferson and 4th
Color slide of close-up side view of gargoyle on a building on Jefferson and 4th
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Color slide of close-up view from River & 3rd looking E at the Empire State Building and the Chrysler Building on the left
Color slide of close-up view from River & 3rd looking E at the Empire State Building and the Chrysler Building on the left
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Color slide of close-up view of an unloader ship docked at Pier B on River between 2nd & 3rd
Color slide of close-up view of an unloader ship docked at Pier B on River between 2nd & 3rd
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Color slide of close-up view of bay window, façade, semicircular arches and cornice at 1037 Bloomfield between 10th and 11th
Color slide of close-up view of bay window, façade, semicircular arches and cornice at 1037 Bloomfield between 10th and 11th
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Color slide of close-up view of bay windows, brick turret and decorative tile at 801 Washington on the NE corner with 8th
Color slide of close-up view of bay windows, brick turret and decorative tile at 801 Washington on the NE corner with 8th
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Color slide of close-up view of bracketed portico, pediment and frieze reading "ELDORADO" at 1200 Washington on the NW corner with 12th
Color slide of close-up view of bracketed portico, pediment and frieze reading "ELDORADO" at 1200 Washington on the NW corner with 12th
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Color slide of close-up view of brick pediment reading "GC" on a building on Adams between 5th and 6th
Color slide of close-up view of brick pediment reading "GC" on a building on Adams between 5th and 6th
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Color slide of close-up view of brick pediment, cornice, brackets and semicircular arches at 919 Washington between 9th and 10th
Color slide of close-up view of brick pediment, cornice, brackets and semicircular arches at 919 Washington between 9th and 10th
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Color slide of close-up view of brick pediment, cornice, keystones and semicircular arches at 802 Hudson between 8th and 9th
Color slide of close-up view of brick pediment, cornice, keystones and semicircular arches at 802 Hudson between 8th and 9th
Photograph
Color slide of close-up view of brick pediment, pilasters, semicircular arches, window heads and railings at 830 Hudson between 8th and 9th
Color slide of close-up view of brick pediment, pilasters, semicircular arches, window heads and railings at 830 Hudson between 8th and 9th
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Color slide of close-up view of brick pediment, semicircular arches and stained glass window heads at 814 Hudson between 8th and 9th
Color slide of close-up view of brick pediment, semicircular arches and stained glass window heads at 814 Hudson between 8th and 9th
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Color slide of close-up view of brickwork, gauged arch and decorative tiles on the façade of the First Baptist Church at 901 Bloomfield on the corner of Bloomfield and 9th
Color slide of close-up view of brickwork, gauged arch and decorative tiles on the façade of the First Baptist Church at 901 Bloomfield on the corner of Bloomfield and 9th
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Color slide of close-up view of carriage house façade at 609 Court between 6th and 7th
Color slide of close-up view of carriage house façade at 609 Court between 6th and 7th
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Color slide of close-up view of clockface roundel and brick arches on the facade of the Hoboken Land building at 1 Newark
Color slide of close-up view of clockface roundel and brick arches on the facade of the Hoboken Land building at 1 Newark
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Color slide of close-up view of cornerstone of the First Baptist Church at 901 Bloomfield on the corner of Bloomfield and 9th reading "1890 AD"
Color slide of close-up view of cornerstone of the First Baptist Church at 901 Bloomfield on the corner of Bloomfield and 9th reading "1890 AD"
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Color slide of close-up view of cornice and balustrade on the Polesie
Color slide of close-up view of cornice and balustrade on the Polesie's building at 1018 Washington between 10th & 11th
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Color slide of close-up view of cornice and storefront signage reading "Barber Shop" at 107 4th between Bloomfield and Washington
Color slide of close-up view of cornice and storefront signage reading "Barber Shop" at 107 4th between Bloomfield and Washington
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Color slide of close-up view of cornice and storefront signage reading "Pasticceria" at 711 Jefferson between 7th & 8th
Color slide of close-up view of cornice and storefront signage reading "Pasticceria" at 711 Jefferson between 7th & 8th
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Color slide of close-up view of cornice at 554 Observer Highway between Monroe and Madison
Color slide of close-up view of cornice at 554 Observer Highway between Monroe and Madison
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Color slide of close-up view of cornice, brackets, dentils and frieze at 809 and 811 Washington between 8th and 9th
Color slide of close-up view of cornice, brackets, dentils and frieze at 809 and 811 Washington between 8th and 9th
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Color slide of close-up view of cornice, brackets, frieze and bay window on a building at an unidentified location
Color slide of close-up view of cornice, brackets, frieze and bay window on a building at an unidentified location
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Color slide of close-up view of cornice, brackets, frieze and bay window on a building on Garden and 7th
Color slide of close-up view of cornice, brackets, frieze and bay window on a building on Garden and 7th
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Color slide of close-up view of cornice, brackets, frieze reading "1907" and bay windows at 534 Adams on the SW corner with 6th
Color slide of close-up view of cornice, brackets, frieze reading "1907" and bay windows at 534 Adams on the SW corner with 6th
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Color slide of close-up view of cornice, brackets, frieze, pediment window head and bay window at an unidentified location
Color slide of close-up view of cornice, brackets, frieze, pediment window head and bay window at an unidentified location
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Color slide of close-up view of cornice, dentils and brick pilasters on the Steneck Building/Seaboard Building at 95 River on the SE corner of 1st and River
Color slide of close-up view of cornice, dentils and brick pilasters on the Steneck Building/Seaboard Building at 95 River on the SE corner of 1st and River
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Color slide of close-up view of cornice, dentils, frieze and bay window at 1140 Garden on the SW corner with 12th
Color slide of close-up view of cornice, dentils, frieze and bay window at 1140 Garden on the SW corner with 12th
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Color slide of close-up view of cornice, frieze reading "Hoboken" and brick pilasters at 320 Washington between 3rd & 4th
Color slide of close-up view of cornice, frieze reading "Hoboken" and brick pilasters at 320 Washington between 3rd & 4th
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Color slide of close-up view of cornice, frieze, brick pilasters and semicircular arches at 1001 Bloomfield
Color slide of close-up view of cornice, frieze, brick pilasters and semicircular arches at 1001 Bloomfield
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Color slide of close-up view of cornice, pediment and brick pilasters at 108 14th between Washington & Bloomfield.
Color slide of close-up view of cornice, pediment and brick pilasters at 108 14th between Washington & Bloomfield.
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Color slide of close-up view of cornice, pediment and frieze reading "SCHMIDT" at 227 Washington between 2nd and 3rd
Color slide of close-up view of cornice, pediment and frieze reading "SCHMIDT" at 227 Washington between 2nd and 3rd
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Color slide of close-up view of cornice, pediment, and figurine brackets at 712 Adams between 7th and 8th
Color slide of close-up view of cornice, pediment, and figurine brackets at 712 Adams between 7th and 8th
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Color slide of close-up view of cornice, pediment, figurine brackets and fire escape at 712 Adams between 7th and 8th
Color slide of close-up view of cornice, pediment, figurine brackets and fire escape at 712 Adams between 7th and 8th
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Camp 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: 1955-1965

Archives & 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

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1. How do I research in the museum’s online database including on my mobile device?

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.

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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

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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 201-656-2260) for availability, current pricing and any restrictions.

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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 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.

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5. How do I order a print?

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.

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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.

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7. Can I get a framed print for myself or to give as a gift?

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.

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8. Can I find a picture of where I live?

Not every building or address in Hoboken will be found in our catalogue.

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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.

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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 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.

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11. I know more about a person or a place seen in the catalog. Can I tell you about them?

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.

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12. Can I send a page to someone that may be interested in what I found?

Use the EMAIL PAGE button (at top of every page.) Just complete the form and send.

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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.

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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.