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!
All Entries
Group of six art paper, board and poster paint sample charts & books once in Sorkin's Art Supply, 400 Washington St., Hoboken, ca. 1939-1970.
Object/Artifact
Group of six items from 1949-1950 about "Blackie," Holland America Line Hoboken piers' mascot dog from 1944 until her death in 1950.
Archive
Group of twenty-six 220 black-and-white negative images of the ferry section of the Hoboken Terminal, no date, ca. 1990.
PhotographGuage used by Joseph Kostelecky & Sons in their carriage building and repair business, Hoboken, no date, ca. 1890's -1910.
Object/ArtifactGuide Book to Streets of Jersey City, Hoboken, and Bayonne: indexed map, churches, schools, and car and bus lines
Publication
Guide, drink & entertaining, from Acme Wines and Liquors, Inc., 1200 Washington St., Hoboken, N.J. N.d. , ca. 1940s.
Archive
Guide: How to Reach North German Lloyd Piers, Hoboken, New Jersey, From New York City. By Automobile, Carriage, Tunnel, Ferry. 1909.
Archive
H.H. Eureka Ink Eradicator. Manufactured by H.H. Collins Ink Eradicator Co., Hoboken, ca. 1890-1910.
Object/Artifact
Hagadah. Passover Seder Service. Compliments of Maxwell House Coffee; Good to the Last Drop; Kosher for Passover. A General Foods Product.
Archive
Haggadah, Passover (Seder Service). Brought to You by the Coffees of Maxwell House; Kosher for Passover. Deluxe Edition. Copyright 1991.
Archive
Haggadah. Passover Seder Service. Compliments of Maxwell House [Coffee]; Kosher for Passover. Deluxe Edition. N.d., ca. 1950s.
Archive
Haggadah. Passover Seder Service. Compliments of Maxwell House [Coffee]; Kosher for Passover. New Edition. N.d., ca. late 1940s.
Archive
Hammond's New Auto Map, Showing the main routes between all the N.Y. Ferries & points in N.J. including Jersey City, Newark... C. S. Hammond & Co., Publishers, N.Y. (1915).
Archive
Hand level, model 5704, 6-1/4" inch; made by Keuffel & Esser Co., N.Y. & Hoboken, N.J. N.d., ca. 1959-1962.
Object/Artifact
Hand level, model N5702, manufactured by Keuffel & Esser Co., N.Y. N.d., ca. 1945-1960.
Object/Artifact
Hand-colored copy of photo view looking north on Washington Street from Fifth Street, Hoboken, circa 1892.
Archive
Hand-colored engraved view of Washington Street between Fourth and Fifth Streets showing the Armory at 412-414, Hoboken, circa 1856.
Archive
Hand-colored photocopy of photographic view looking north on Washington St. from Second St., Hoboken, circa 1892.
ArchiveHand-operated portable clothesline used for hanging laundry indoors, no place (Hoboken), no date, ca. 1920-60.
Object/ArtifactHand-painted, single-sided wall sign, "Hull Dept." from the Bethlehem Steel Shipyard, Hoboken. Made about 1960.
Object/Artifact
Handbill & announcement: Ankle Soup. A Children's Book Reading & Signing, Shipyard Park, Hoboken. Sept.16, [2008]
Archive
Handbill / flyer announcement: Community Resources Guide for Households Affected by Hurricane Sandy. Issued by PSE&G. Issued Hoboken, n.d., ca. Nov. 2, 2012.
Archive
Handbill / flyer announcement: PSE&G. Flood Tips for Customers. Issued in Hoboken, no date, circa Nov. 2, 2012.
Archive
Handbill advertising the 23rd Annual Black Maria Film & Video Festival including as a venue, the Hoboken Historical Museum, Feb. 2, 2004.
Archive
Handbill for "Night of the Living Dead" Friday, March 7, [1980], Beatn' Path Cafe, 125 Washington St., Hoboken.
Archive
Handbill for Grand Opening of Latin Flava, Lounge 11 Bar & Restaurant, 505 Madison St., Hoboken, (2007).
Archive
Handbill for gate sale at 620 Willow Avenue (63 Willow Terrace), Hoboken, September 14, [1999].
Archive
Handbill from Hoboken Heritage: Help Get Answers about Development at Historic Holy Innocents Site. February, 2007.
Archive
Handbill listing for the 23rd Annual Black Maria Film & Video Festival films shown at the Hoboken Historical Museum, Feb. 2, 2004.
Archive
Handbill with printed photo of Elzear Duquette En [In] San Antonio, Au Tour du Monde. Signed and dated 1974 by Duquette.
Archive
Handbill: 2nd Annual Song and Dance Review Tendered by the Friendly Boys. Odd Fellows' Hall, 227 Washington St., Hoboken, N.J. Jan. 12, 1935.
Archive
Handbill: Cocomalt sponsorship of "Buck Rogers in the 25th Century" radio program, R.B. Davis, Hoboken, n.d., ca. 1933 or 1934.
Archive
Handbill: Combined Labor Council News Digest, Vol 1, No. 1, April 1958. Vote for John J. Grogan.
Archive
Handbill: Coming January 2015. Puppet Heap's Puppet Video Workshops. "The Pet Report" (Hoboken, 2014.)
Archive
Handbill: Fabian Theatre, Hoboken. "Girls Boys Join Our Vacation Movie Club." No date, circa 1950's.
Archive
Handbill: Hair tarot card "The Lovers" issued to audiences during the Broadway production of the musical, New York, 1967-1968.
Archive
Handbill: Hoboken City Hall Holiday Craft Fair, 94 Washington St., Hoboken. Sat., Sun., Dec. 1, 2, 2012.
Archive
Handbill: Hoboken Film Series "Lottery"; "Lady Vanishes." Last week of April, year unknown, circa 1986?
Archive
Handbill: Notice! ...Moving to 109 Tenth Street...Hoboken, N.J.,...Kesseluk's Shoe Store. No date, circa 1940-1950.
Object/ArtifactHandbill: Projected Images of Hudson County; The Film Series at Maxwell's, 1039 Washington St; Celebrate Baseball Day, Hoboken, no date [1996].
Archive
Handbill: Second Annual Song & Dance Review Tendered by the Friendly Boys, Odd Fellows' Hall, 227 Washington St., Hoboken, Jan. 12, 1935.
Archive
Handbill: Spend a Night in Harlem Dance and Revue, Joe Biggie & His Blackbirds, Hoboken, Feb.2(?), 1935.
Archive
Handbill: Thirtieth N.Y. Film Festival, 1992. "Delivered Vacant" by Nora Jacobson, film about Hoboken advertised.
Archive
Handbill: notice for D.L. & W. R.R. suburban commuters about new train locator lights; Erie trains; service changes at Lackawanna Terminal, Hoboken, March 14, 1957.
Archive
Handbill: reprint of Rome News-Tribune, Sunday, Jan. 13, 2002 "Glenwood hands help healing in Hoboken, N.J." for Oct. 12, 2002 park dedication.
Archive
Handbills, 2, about Hoboken waterfront redevelopment referendum on July 10, 1990; issued by the Coalition for a Better Waterfront.
Archive
Handbills, 3, issued by Associated Railroads of N.J. re state taxation on railroads, n.d., ca. 1949 to 1950; with Lackawanna R.R. ferry survey.
Archive
Handbills: Biggie's Clam Bar Celebrates 60 Years in Business, 318 Madison S., Hoboken, Sept.17, (2006.)
Archive
Handkerchief, souvenir: Greetings, Hoboken N.J., Port of Debarkation, U.S.S. Finland.
Object/Artifact
Handkerchief, souvenir: Greetings, Hoboken N.J., Port of Debarkation, U.S.S. Leviathan.
Object/Artifact
Handkerchief: Vote Tuesday, May 12th; Cammarano for Mayor; The Cammarano Team. (Hoboken, May 2009.)
Object/Artifact
Handout from Ed Shirak, Jr. at the Frank Sinatra Post Office Building, Hoboken Post Office Building Dedication Ceremony, May 16, 2003.
Archive
Handy Wyteface 8 Ft, retractable metal tape measure made by Keuffel & Esser Co., n.d., ca. 1945-1965.
Object/Artifact
Handy Wyteface steel tape rule, 7408-6, 72", made by Keuffel & Esser Co., n.d., ca. 1950-1960
Object/Artifact
Hard hat belonging to longshoreman Donald Red Barrett of Hoboken. N.d., used ca. 1960s-1970s.
Object/Artifact
Hat from Joseph Apicella & Sons Fish Market. Hoboken, N.J. No date, circa 2000-2005.
Object/ArtifactHeadset, radio; U.S.N.; used by John F. Carney of Hoboken; Radioman, during World War II service, Jan.1942 - Nov.1945.
Object/Artifact
Helmet, U.S. Army soldier's; "doughboy" helmet, reputedly from World War I. N.d., ca. 1910-1940.
Object/Artifact
Helmet, work, belonging to Benny Fernandez & used by him at the Bethlehem Steel Shipyard.
Object/Artifact
Historic American Engineering Record HAER No. NJ-95; BETHLEHEM STEEL COMPANY SHIPYARD (W. & A. Fletcher Company); Hoboken, New Jersey
Archive
Historic Background and Development of the Maxwell House Site. City of Hoboken, Hudson County, New Jersey. By Philip A. Hayden, March 30, 2005.
Archive
Historic Documentation; 14th Street Viaduct, Hoboken. (State Bridge No. 0900-016). Report issued 2009.
Archive
Historic Preservation Plan Element. City of Hoboken Master Plan. Volume II (circa 1988-1992).
Archive
History of Hoboken as it appears in History of the Municipalities of Hudson County, New Jersey, 1630-1923.
Archive
History of Masonry in North America from 1730 to 1800 together with a History of the Several Lodges F. & A.M. of Hudson County, N.J.
Book
History of Stevens Institute of Technology. A Record of Broad-Based Curricula and Technogenesis 1870-2000.
Book
History of Stevens Institute of Technology. A Record of Broad-Based Curricula and Technogenesis 1870-2000.
BookHistory of the Municipalities of Hudson County, New Jersey, 1630-1923. Vol. I (Historical Vol.) Reprint.
Book
Hoboken City Council motion authorizing Mayor to sign the Principle of Agreement with Port Authority for waterfront development, May 3, 1989.
Archive
Hoboken Digest, 5 issues of vol. 1, 2011-2012; with 4 promotional cards of Unity Creative Group; advertising rate card.
ArchiveCamp Tamaqua
Bob Calabro published his book “Tamaqua: Remembering Hoboken Y’s Camp Tamaqua 1955-1965” in 2016. In 2017, the Hoboken Historical Museum hosted the first Camp Tamaqua Reunion. With Bob’s help, the Museum is building a Camp Tamaqua archive at the Museum πηγή του άρθρου. The first step is to present Bob’s book here, and let everyone know that I’ve set up an email address camptamaqua@hobokenmuseum.org, which you can use to send Tamaqua-specific queries and comments. Once we get moving, there will be more added to our Collections database, and I’ll make updates here, too.
I’ve set up some Albums with the photos that Bob and Alice Galmann have shared. Click the links below! If you have a Google account, you’ll be able to add comments the photos.
Activities – Facilities – Staff
Here are some PDFs with Tamaqua song lyrics, enjoy!
Camp Tamaqua Songs #1 – Camp Tamaqua Songs #2 – Camp Tamaqua Songs #3
Thanks to Bob Calabro and Alice Galmann, we are able to present home movies take at Camp Tamaqua in the 1960s. Click here to access a playlist on our YouTube channel.
– Rand Hoppe
Collections Manager, Hoboken Historical Museum
Tamaqua – Remembering Hoboken Y’s Camp Tamaqua: 1955-1965Archives & Research Center
Collections of artifacts and documents are the heart and soul of any museum. The public sees glimpses of it in the items and images on display during our one or two themed exhibits each year, but most are carefully stored away for posterity.
The Hoboken Museum’s first exhibition, “Hoboken’s Changing Scenes,” opened in November 1986 in display cases at City Hall, featuring vintage postcard views of early 1900s Hoboken, side-by-side with present-day photographs. Museum founder Jim Hans donated the postcards to inaugurate the Museum’s permanent collection.
Catalogued, digitally scanned and packed in archival boxes by David Webster, our former Collections Manager, the Museum’s collections grew to over 100,000 items during his tenure. After David passed away in 2015, the Museum created the David Webster Memorial Fund to begin raising funds to expand and modernize our collections operations.The Museum’s collections have been growing ever since, through generous donations, strategic purchases and salvage, such as racks of police mug shots from the 1920s, or business signs like Apicella’s leaping swordfish and the 12-foot-high neon “Last Drop” from the iconic Maxwell House Coffee sign. Our space (pictured above) is maxed out.
To date, we have raised over $40,000, with a goal of raising $100,000 to create The Hoboken Museum Archives and Research Center (conceptual rendering at left), where we can welcome visitors and researchers to explore Hoboken’s history, and our new Collections Manager, Randolph Hoppe, can continue cataloguing and digitizing our ever-expanding collections.
Any amount is appreciated, just choose one of the categories below. To donate your own amount; simply scroll down to click on the button in the lower right corner.
PS – David will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him. His legacy lives on in the highly searchable online collections catalogue on our website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Collections
Our on-line catalog is at hoboken.pastperfectonline.com and as of 2015 it is mobile adaptive for use on phones and tablets. On a DESKTOP or LAPTOP, this link brings you to a SEARCH TIPS screen. To do a search, use the buttons at the top to see Random Images or enter words most likely to fulfill your interest. On PHONES, due to screen size, the SEARCH TIPS is the welcome page and you have choice of two buttons: KEYWORD SEARCH or RANDOM IMAGES. The database is also available through Google or other search providers except for the most recent records.
The database represents over a third of our holdings with cataloging work diligently proceeding on the other materials along with digitization and transcription. We believe that the offerings available provide a respectable overview of the collections and, as a small museum with typical limited resources, useful detail regarding Hoboken history
Yes, we can make prints for most items with some subject to copyright, donor or technical restrictions. For usage other than personal use, contact Museum collections ( collections@ hobokenmuseum.org or 201-656-2260) for availability, current pricing and any restrictions.
All prints are digital inkjet prints on a semi-gloss paper, without a matte or frame. We offer a variety of sizes, from 8×11 to 13×19 at the same price: $25 per image. (Some popular images are offered in our online store.)
Prints up to 24” wide can be made for some images and the price will be quoted upon request. Special requirements regarding cropping or sizing for mattes can be considered, although charges may be made depending on the project.
In the database is an ORDER IMAGE email button (below every image) that can be used to order that specific image. Just fill in the form and send. (Note: you cannot order or pay for prints from the collections database in the online Museum Store; we will contact you to arrange payment.) Generally, orders are fulfilled within a week of receiving it.
No, the watermark only appears on the web images which are low resolution and not intended for printing.
We offer a 16×20 black frame with matte for 12×16 prints. Price: $75 including print. Local pick-up only and stock is limited.
Not every building or address in Hoboken will be found in our catalogue.
Try the name as a KEYWORD SEARCH using quotes around the name. Also under ADVANCED SEARCH make sure to click the PEOPLE box at the top. Remember that the spelling of names often varied over the years as well as first names (i.e. Philip – Phillip or nicknames, Dom for Dominic or Dominick.) Genealogy is one use for the database that we are constantly trying to improve.
Some of these files are available in the on-line database along with video, audio and similar files using the MULTIMEDIA LINK. Note that some of these are large files and may take a while to download or display; your capability with mobile devices will vary.
Yes, use the SEND FEEDBACK button (at top of every page) to tell us what you know and also, what may be incomplete or incorrect. Just complete the form and send. After our review, the information may be compiled in the record and credited as appropriate.
Use the EMAIL PAGE button (at top of every page.) Just complete the form and send.
You can see selected items from the collections that are on exhibition in the current main exhibition, but the collections themselves are not on permanent display. The Museum’s home is dedicated to changing exhibitions and programs and regrettably does not have room for permanent displays. Collections are housed off-site in a secure, non-public space.
Due to limited space and staff, research access is restricted. While all inquiries receive attention, we are unable to allow access to the storage areas. It is not a browsing collection as most items are boxed, shelved and stored in an appropriate manner; they can be retrieved for specific need.