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 certificate awarded to Paula Millenthal for penmanship on June Day 1948, Stevens Hoboken Academy, Hoboken, June 17, 1948.
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Digital image of certificate of award to Paula Millenthal, valedictorian, Class of 1955, Stevens Hoboken Academy, Hoboken by Reader's Digest Association, 1955.
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Digital image of color aerial photo of the exterior of the former Hudson & Manhattan Rail Road powerhouse, Jersey City, April 23, 2000.
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Digital image of color aerial photo of the exterior of the former Hudson & Manhattan Rail Road powerhouse, Jersey City, Nov., 2001.
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Digital image of color photo looking down an empty track 2 in the Hoboken PATH station, Nov., 1999.
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Digital image of color photo looking down track 2 of an arriving train taken from the east end of the Hoboken PATH station, Nov., 1999.
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Digital image of color photo looking from track 3 towards track 1 at the east end of the Hoboken PATH station, Nov., 1999.
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Digital image of color photo of Marilyn "Susie" Richardson, a man and another woman in an Adams Street home, Hoboken, no date, circa 1970's.
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Digital image of color photo of Mayor Steve Cappiello at podium for a dinner honoring a Man of the Year, Hoboken?, no date, ca. late 1970's.
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Digital image of color photo of Mayor Steve Cappiello in his City Hall Office with school children, Hoboken, 1984.
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Digital image of color photo of Mayor Steve Cappiello seated at dinner or banquet, Hoboken?, no date, ca. 1980's.
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Digital image of color photo of Mayor Steve Cappiello taking oath of officer for his second term as Mayor, City Hall, Hoboken, 1981.
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Digital image of color photo of Steve Cappiello (left) with John Hounts at a dinner, Hoboken?, no date, ca. 1980's.
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Digital image of color photo of Steve Cappiello (right) at event in Columbus Park, Hoboken, Oct. 12, 1992.
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Digital image of color photo of Steve Cappiello marching in Memorial Day Parade (?), Hoboken, May, 2000.
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Digital image of color photo of Tom Vezzetti with electric megaphone wearing American Legion Post 107 cap, Hoboken, no date, circa 1980-86.
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Digital image of color photo of a PATH train approaching Journal Square station from the east, June, 1999.
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Digital image of color photo of a PATH train approaching Journal Square station from the east, Nov., 1999.
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Digital image of color photo of a PATH train crossing the Hackensack River bridge, August, 1998.
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Digital image of color photo of a PATH train exiting a tunnel portal, Feb., 2001.
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Digital image of color photo of a broken torso from the cemetery monument for Peter Woodward, Jersey City, N.J., Nov. 2002.
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Digital image of color photo of a general view of the waiting room of the Hoboken Terminal, Hoboken, Nov., 1999.
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Digital image of color photo of an aerial view of New Jersey Transit passenger trains locomotives in the yard, Hoboken Terminal, Hoboken, Sept. 2002.
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Digital image of color photo of an aerial view of New Jersey Transit passenger trains locomotives in the yard, Hoboken Terminal, Hoboken, Sept. 2002.
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Digital image of color photo of an aerial view of New Jersey Transit passenger trains locomotives in the yard, Hoboken Terminal, Hoboken, Sept. 2002.
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Digital image of color photo of an aerial view of the Hoboken Terminal looking northwest from the Hudson River, Hoboken, April 13, 2000.
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Digital image of color photo of an aerial view of the passenger train shed at the Hoboken Terminal, Hoboken, Sept., 2002.
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Digital image of color photo of an exterior detail at the top of a tower at the former Hudson & Manhattan Rail Road powerhouse, Jersey City, Nov., 199
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Digital image of color photo of an exterior detail of tower top at the former Hudson & Manhattan Rail Road powerhouse, Jersey City, Oct., 199
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Digital image of color photo of an wider aerial view of the passenger train shed at the Hoboken Terminal, Hoboken, Sept., 2002.
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Digital image of color photo of elevated view of interior of the Grove Street PATH station, Jersey City, N.J., Oct., 1999.
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Digital image of color photo of interior of the 23rd Street PATH station, New York, Oct., 1998.
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Digital image of color photo of interior of the Grove Street PATH station, Jersey City, N.J., Oct., 1999.
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Digital image of color photo of of the abandoned Hudson River ferry slips of the Hoboken Terminal, Hoboken, Sept., 1999.
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Digital image of color photo of of the waiting room skylight and west windows of the Hoboken Terminal, Hoboken, Nov., 1999.
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Digital image of color photo of the Christopher Street entrance to the PATH trains, New York, Nov. 2002.
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Digital image of color photo of the cemetery monument for Peter Woodward, Jersey City, N.J., Nov. 2002.
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Digital image of color photo of the eastern facade of the Hoboken Terminal just south of the abandoned ferry slips, Hoboken, Sept., 1999.
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Digital image of color photo of the exterior of the former Hudson & Manhattan Rail Road powerhouse, Jersey City, Feb., 2000.
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Digital image of color photo of the exterior of the former Hudson & Manhattan Rail Road powerhouse, Jersey City, February, 1999.
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Digital image of color photo of the exterior of the former Hudson & Manhattan Rail Road powerhouse, Jersey City, March, 2000.
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Digital image of color photo of the exterior of the former Hudson & Manhattan Rail Road powerhouse, Jersey City, March, 2000.
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Digital image of color photo of the exterior of the former Hudson & Manhattan Rail Road powerhouse, Jersey City, March, 2000.
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Digital image of color photo of the exterior of the former Hudson & Manhattan Rail Road powerhouse, Jersey City, March, 2000.
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Digital image of color photo of the exterior of the former Hudson & Manhattan Rail Road powerhouse, Jersey City, Oct. 1998.
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Digital image of color photo of the interior of the former Hudson & Manhattan Rail Road powerhouse, Jersey City, July, 2000.
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Digital image of color photo of the interior of the former Hudson & Manhattan Rail Road powerhouse, Jersey City, July, 2000.
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Digital image of color photo of the interior of the former Hudson & Manhattan Rail Road powerhouse, Jersey City, June, 2000.
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Digital image of color photo of the interior of the former Hudson & Manhattan Rail Road powerhouse, Jersey City, June, 2000.
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Digital image of color photo of the interior of the former Hudson & Manhattan Rail Road powerhouse, Jersey City, June, 2000.
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Digital image of color photo of the interior of the former Hudson & Manhattan Rail Road powerhouse, Jersey City, June, 2000.
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Digital image of color photo of the interior of the former Hudson & Manhattan Rail Road powerhouse, Jersey City, June, 2000.
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Digital image of color photo of the interior of the former Hudson & Manhattan Rail Road powerhouse, Jersey City, June, 2000.
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Digital image of color photo of the interior of the former Hudson & Manhattan Rail Road powerhouse, Jersey City, March, 2000.
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Digital image of color photo of the interior of the former Hudson & Manhattan Rail Road powerhouse, Jersey City, March, 2000.
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Digital image of color photo of the interior of the former Hudson & Manhattan Rail Road powerhouse, Jersey City, March, 2000.
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Digital image of color photo of the interior of the former Hudson & Manhattan Rail Road powerhouse, Jersey City, March, 2000.
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Digital image of color photo of the interior of the former Hudson & Manhattan Rail Road powerhouse, Jersey City, March, 2000.
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Digital image of color photo of the interior of the former Hudson & Manhattan Rail Road powerhouse, Jersey City, March, 2000.
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Digital image of color photo of the interior of the former Hudson & Manhattan Rail Road powerhouse, Jersey City, March, 2000.
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Digital image of color photo of the interior of the former Hudson & Manhattan Rail Road powerhouse, Jersey City, March, 2000.
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Digital image of color photo of the interior of the former Hudson & Manhattan Rail Road powerhouse, Jersey City, March, 2000.
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Digital image of color photo of the interior of the former Hudson & Manhattan Rail Road powerhouse, Jersey City, March, 2000.
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Digital image of color photo of the interior of the former Hudson & Manhattan Rail Road powerhouse, Jersey City, March, 2000.
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Digital image of color photo of the interior of the former Hudson & Manhattan Rail Road powerhouse, Jersey City, March, 2000.
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Digital image of color photo of the interior of the former Hudson & Manhattan Rail Road powerhouse, Jersey City, Oct., 1999.
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Digital image of color photo of the partially restored western facade of the Hoboken Terminal, Hoboken, Aug., 1998.
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Digital image of color photo of the passenger platforms in the Hoboken PATH station, Nov., 1999.
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Digital image of color photo of the roof edge and smokestacks of the former Hudson & Manhattan Rail Road powerhouse, Jersey City, May, 2001.
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Digital image of color photo of the waiting room skylight of the Hoboken Terminal, Hoboken, Nov., 1999.
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Digital image of color photo on the exterior roof with smokestacks of the former Hudson & Manhattan Rail Road powerhouse, Jersey City, March, 2000.
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Digital image of color photo on the exterior roof with smokestacks of the former Hudson & Manhattan Rail Road powerhouse, Jersey City, March, 2000.
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Digital image of color photo the exterior of John Muller business, 930 Washington St., Hoboken, December, 1965.
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Digital image of color photo view looking up an exterior stairway exit at the Grove Street PATH station, Jersey City, N.J., Oct., 1999.
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Digital image of color photo with detail of the Christopher Street entrance to the PATH trains, New York, Nov. 2002.
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Digital image of color photograph of two women in front door of 509 Monroe St., Hoboken, November 1977.
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Digital image of congradulatory telegram to Louis DePascale on winning mayoral election, Hoboken, June 30, 1965.
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Digital image of copy print of Mayor Fred DeSapio at YMCA with son Jerry, mayor-elect of 'Y', Hoboken, ca. 1951-1952.
Photograph![Digital image of death notice and funeral services for Raffaele Gallo [of 509 Monroe St.], Hoboken, Saturday, October 30, 1948.](
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Digital image of death notice and funeral services for Raffaele Gallo [of 509 Monroe St.], Hoboken, Saturday, October 30, 1948.
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Digital image of deceased staff member Douglas Donkin used at Memorial service, HHM, Hoboken, Sept. 29, 2007.
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Digital image of east side of Hudson Street, 900 block, from ca. no. 921 to Elysian Park, Hoboken, July 9, 2004.
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Digital image of engraved invitation to Junior Class Prom, Demarest High School, Hoboken, Nov. 25, 1959.
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Digital image of entry to Port Authority Piers at River and First St., Hoboken, no date, circa 1963.
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Digital image of exteriors of Clam Broth House building & nearby buildings condemned by City of Hoboken, August 8, 2004.
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Digital image of form letter soliciting participation in Sixth Annual Magazine Subscription Campaign, Stevens Hoboken Academy, September 30, 1954.
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Digital image of graduation diploma of Paula Millenthal (Cantor) from Stevens Hoboken Academy, Hoboken, June 9, 1955.
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Digital image of group photo of Julius Durstewitz and eight women (family?) on a roof, Hoboken. no date, circa 1938-1940.
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Digital image of group photo of Our Lady of Grace School calisthenics class with instructor Julius Durstewitz, Hoboken, May, 1916.
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Digital image of group photo of members of Stevens Battalion, Hoboken, 1897.
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Digital image of group photo of members of Stevens Cadet Corps & Holy Innocents Fife, Drum & Bugle Corps at Stevens Castle, Hoboken,1889.
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Digital image of handbill promoting Citizens United election slate for mayor, John J. Palmieri, and 3 councilmen-at-large candidates, Hoboken, 1961.
Archive![Digital image of handbill: Art on Show. The Unknown Unveiled. Full House Printing & Graphics, 91 Willow Ave., Hoboken, no date [1996].](
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Digital image of handbill: Art on Show. The Unknown Unveiled. Full House Printing & Graphics, 91 Willow Ave., Hoboken, no date [1996].
Archive![Digital image of handbill: Burczy at Blackwater Books, East L.A., Maxwells, Favia Cafe [Hoboken], October 23, [1994].](
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Digital image of handbill: Burczy at Blackwater Books, East L.A., Maxwells, Favia Cafe [Hoboken], October 23, [1994].
Archive![Digital image of handbill: Burczy at Favia Cafe, East L.A., [Hoboken], no date [1993].](
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Digital image of handbill: Burczy at Favia Cafe, East L.A., [Hoboken], no date [1993].
Archive![Digital image of handbill: Regular Democratic Organization Rally Schedule, Oct 26th to Nov. 6, [1951].](
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Digital image of handbill: Regular Democratic Organization Rally Schedule, Oct 26th to Nov. 6, [1951].
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Digital image of handbill: Robert Jonathan Burczy 'Year One.' Opening: Friday October 25th [1990]. Traders of Babylon, 259 First St., Hoboken.
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Digital image of holographic menu of foods, quantities and costs, for class 12 Christmas Party, Demarest High School, Hoboken, Dec., 1955.
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Digital image of illustration "The Late Hudson River Tunnel Disaster" from Frank Leslie's Illustrated Newspaper, page 92, Oct. 9, 1880.
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Digital image of letter to Ken Schultz from Harriet Ferguson on the letterhead of the Mary Stevens Hammond Memorial Home, Jan. 26, 1957.
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Digital image of letter to Steve Cappiello from Kenneth Rogers, President, Stevens Institute of Technology, June 13,1985.
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Digital image of letter to Steve Cappiello from Phil La Rocco, Director, Economic Development, The Port Authority of N.Y. & N.J., June 28, 1985.
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Digital image of letter: Signed letter from John J. Grogan, Oct. 22, 1951 inviting recipient to annual Pre-Election Dance at Union Club.
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Digital image of map detail from Map of West Hoboken, N.J. (Assessor's Tax Roll). 1888.
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Digital image of news article about Jack O'Brien of Hoboken from Jersey Journal, August 20, 2002.
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Digital image of newsclipping about merger of Stevens Prep & Hoboken Academy to become Stevens Hoboken Academy. No source, September, 1935.
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Digital image of newsclipping editorial: Historic Private Schools Merge in Hoboken. Hudson Dispatch, April 4, 1934.
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Digital image of newsclipping of article about Julius Durstewitz completing 25 years as playgrounds director, probably Hoboken, n.d., ca. 1938-1940.
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Digital image of newsclipping of two Demarest High School senior class members, Hoboken, no date, ca. June 1956.
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Digital image of newsclipping regarding the re-opening of Sybil's Cave, [December, 1937].
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Digital image of newsclipping with Brandt School Honor Roll, Hoboken, no date, ca. 1950.
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Digital image of newsclipping with list of Demarest High School graduating class, Hoboken, no date, ca. June 1956.
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Digital image of newsclipping with photo of Marie Durstewitz instructing sewing students at recreation center, Hoboken, no date, ca. mid-1920's.
Photograph![Digital image of newsclipping with photo of Mayor Steve Cappiello & Carl Jordan, U.S. Small Business Administration, Hoboken, March 7, [1985].](
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Digital image of newsclipping with photo of Mayor Steve Cappiello & Carl Jordan, U.S. Small Business Administration, Hoboken, March 7, [1985].
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Digital image of newsclipping with photo of drum corps, Alexander L. Saldarini Post, V.F.W., Union City, July,1935.
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Digital image of newsclipping with photo regarding the re-opening of Sybil's Cave, December 14,1937.
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Digital image of newsclipping: Another St. Nicholas. A Mixup on Mary Rogers and the Hotel is Suspected. N.Y. Sun, July 15, 1929.
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Digital image of newsclipping: Educational Conference to be Held Tomorrow. Jersey Observer, March 18, 1937.
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Digital image of newsclipping: Gonzales in Businesss 50 Years. No source, May 19, 1933.
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Digital image of newsclipping: Hoboken Has Three Memorials to Soldiers, One for Firemen. Hudson Dispatch, July 1932.
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Digital image of newsclipping: Hoboken Schools Given Bequest. Library Fund Left by late Mrs. Violette Barrie. Hudson Dispatch, Sept. 17, 1946.
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Digital image of newsclipping: Noordam at Hoboken With 64 Passengers. New York Sun, Jan. 4, 1940.
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Digital image of newsclipping: School 6 Renamed After Hoboken Vets. No source, no date, ca. 1944.
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Digital image of newsclipping: Stevens' seed sprouts into school. Hudson Dispatch, July 10, 1979.
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Digital image of newsclipping: Stress Needed Change in Way of Education. Jersey Observer, March 20, 1937.
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Digital image of newsclipping: To Rename School for Dr. Kealey. Jersey Observer, March 22, 1944.
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Digital image of newsclipping: captioned photo - Washington St., Hoboken in 1901. No source, no date, circa 1970's.
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Digital image of newspaper ad: Hudson Tunnel Opening Celebration Week! The 14th Street Store, (N.Y., 1908.)
Archive![Digital image of newspaper photo of Julius & George Durstewitz + Richard Stevens with article re Stevens Battalion, [Hoboken], no date, ca 1901-1906.](
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Digital image of newspaper photo of Julius & George Durstewitz + Richard Stevens with article re Stevens Battalion, [Hoboken], no date, ca 1901-1906.
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Digital image of newspaper photograph of the opening of the Hoboken terminal of the Hudson & Manhattan Railroad, Feb. 25, 1908.
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Digital image of offset printing plate with photographic image of Frank Sinatra performing at the Rustic Cabin, 1938-1939.
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Digital image of painting "107 Monroe Street" by Frank Hanavan, Hoboken, painted 2001.
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Digital image of painting "309 First Street, Joseph Apicella & Sons" by Frank Hanavan, Hoboken, painted 2002.
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Digital image of painting "80 Washington Street, Shipco Transport" by Frank Hanavan, Hoboken, painted 1997.
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Digital image of painting "97 Washington Street, Natural Plus Market" by Frank Hanavan, Hoboken, painted 2001.
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Digital image of painting "Clam Broth House Sign, Corner of Newark and River Streets" by Frank Hanavan, Hoboken, painted 2003.
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Digital image of painting "Corner of Hudson Street and Hudson Place" by Frank Hanavan, Hoboken, painted 1995.
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Digital image of painting "First and Washington Streets Looking South with City Hall" by Frank Hanavan, Hoboken, painted 1997.
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Digital image of painting "Hoboken's Taxi's at Hudson Place with Lackawanna Train Terminal" by Frank Hanavan, Hoboken, painted 2003.
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Digital image of painting "Lackawanna Train Terminal" by Frank Hanavan, Hoboken, painted 1993.
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Digital image of painting "West Side of Washington Street between First and Second Streets" by Frank Hanavan, Hoboken, painted 2002.
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Digital image of paper napkin imprinted "Congratulations! Class of 1955" from a reception for class, Stevens Hoboken Academy, probably June, 1955.
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Digital image of paper napkin imprinted "S.H.A. Congratulations Class of 1955" from a reception for class, Stevens Hoboken Academy, probably June, 1955.
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Digital image of photo novelty postcard with composite view of a seated woman seen from five sides, N.Y., no date, ca. 1920.
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Digital image of photo of , Washington, DC, no date, circa late 1910-1920.
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Digital image of photo of , no place (probably not Hoboken), no date, circa late 1910-1920.
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Digital image of photo of , no place (probably not Hoboken), no date, circa late 1910-1920.
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Digital image of photo of , no place (probably not Hoboken), no date, circa late 1910-1920.
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Digital image of photo of , no place (probably not Hoboken), no date, circa late 1910-1920.
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Digital image of photo of , no place (probably not Hoboken), no date, circa late 1910-1920.
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Digital image of photo of , no place (probably not Hoboken), no date, circa late 1910-1920.
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Digital image of photo of , no place (probably not Hoboken), no date, circa late 1910-1920.
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Digital image of photo of , no place (probably not Hoboken), no date, circa late 1910-1920.
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Digital image of photo of , no place (probably not Hoboken), no date, circa late 1910-1920.
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Digital image of photo of , no place (probably not Hoboken), no date, circa late 1910-1920.
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Digital image of photo of , no place (probably not Hoboken), no date, circa late 1910-1920.
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Digital image of photo of , no place (probably not Hoboken), no date, circa late 1910-1920.
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Digital image of photo of , no place (probably not Hoboken), no date, circa late 1910-1920.
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Digital image of photo of , no place (probably not Hoboken), no date, circa late 1910-1920.
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Digital image of photo of , no place (probably not Hoboken), no date, circa late 1910-1920.
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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.