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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Hoboken One-Bird Derby sponsored by Hudson County Homing Pigeon Club, 358 Newark St., Hoboken, Oct. 30-Nov. 1, 2008.
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Hoboken Parking Authority Informative Newsletter. June 1999. Published by the Parking Authority of the City of Hoboken.
ArchiveHoboken Pictorial, Vol. 57, No. 45, Apr. 21, 1977.
ArchiveHoboken Pictorial, Vol. 57, No. 46, Apr. 28, 1977.
ArchiveHoboken Police Department blotter, Dec. 21, 1908 - Apr. 12, 1909.
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Hoboken Police Department files of mug shots, two metal cases with photos mounted in sliding drawers, many undated, ca. 1920's to 1960's.
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Hoboken Police Department retired case files, ca. 1910s to 1960s
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Hoboken Police mug shots of a man with data on reverse, 1942.
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Hoboken Portraits: Photographs and Text.
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Hoboken Portraits: Photographs and Text. Signed.
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Hoboken Public Library Strategic Plan 2010-2015.
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Hoboken Public School No. 1 textbook with decorative school ownership bookplate, 1889.
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Hoboken Ready fliers. 2013. 3 versions.
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Hoboken Resiliency & Preparedness Plan. City of Hoboken, August 2013.
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Hoboken Riding Academy ticket with imprinted slipcase holder. No date, circa
Object/Artifact
Hoboken Shopping Guide and Business Locator, 2004/2005.
ArchiveHoboken Shore Railroad decal, 36" x 41.5".
Object/Artifact
Hoboken Shore Railroad.
BookHoboken Shore Railroad.
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Hoboken Survey: Recreation & Culture. Hoboken Model Cities Program, Hoboken, no date, ca. 1971.
ArchiveHoboken Survey: Recreation & Culture. Hoboken Model Cities Program, Hoboken, no date, ca. 1971.
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Hoboken Tennis Club. Directory - Season, 1915.
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Hoboken Ter-Centenary, October 4th to 12th, 1930. 1630-1930. Official Program.
ArchiveHoboken Tercentenary Medal celebrating the 300th anniversary of the purchase of Hoboken (Hopaghan Hackingh) from the Indians, 1930.
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Hoboken Tercentenary button celebrating 300th anniversary of the purchase of Hoboken from the Indians, October 4-12, 1930.
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Hoboken Tercentenary medal celebrating the 300th anniversary of the purchase of Hoboken (Hopaghan Hackingh) from the Indians, 1930.
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Hoboken Terminal & Yard Redevelopment Plan. Introduction to the Plan. City of Hoboken. FXFowle Architects LLP. September 25, 2008.
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Hoboken Terminal and Yard: Preservation Plan
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Hoboken Terminal history in Jersey Central Lines. Volume 2, No. 10, October 1981.
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Hoboken Terminal, The, Vol. 1, No. 1, Spring 1982.
PublicationHoboken Terminal, The, Vol. 1, No. 1, Spring 1982.
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Hoboken Terminal, The, Vol. 1, No. 2, Fall 1982.
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Hoboken Town Guide and Business Locator, 2007/2008
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Hoboken Was Like Heaven to Us. Recollections of Amada Ortega.
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Hoboken Yard Redevelopment Plan. Prepared for City of Hoboken, New Jersey. DRAFT September 2012.
ArchiveHoboken fireman's dress coat.
Object/Artifact
Hoboken in the 70s: Model Cities, Affordable Housing and the Future. Lecture by Robert Armstrong, June 24, 2007.
ArchiveHoboken of Yesterday, The. Volume 1
PublicationHoboken of Yesterday, The. Volume II.
PublicationHoboken post office official business letter, 1905.
Object/Artifact
Hoboken reading room copy 1: Manual of the Mother Church. The First Church of Christ, Scientist. By Mary Baker Eddy. 89th Ed. 1914.
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Hoboken reading room dustjacket for The Life of Mary Baker Eddy; Sibyl Wilbur, ca. 1913-1920.
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Hoboken's Lackawanna Terminal
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Hoboken, NJ Antiques Guide. Issued December 1995.
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Hoboken, New Jersey: Mile Square City Puzzle/Poster Set. Edition sponsored by the United Synagogue of Hoboken, 1992.
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Hoboken.
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Hoboken. Fall / Winter 2012 Newsletter. Dawn Zimmer, Mayor.
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Hoboken: A Collection of Essays.
BookHoboken: A Guide to the City
PublicationHoboken: A Guide to the City
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Hoboken: A Guide to the City.
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Hoboken: A Kids-Eye View. 2007 Calendar.
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Hoboken: A Visitor's Guide. No date, circa 1984-1985.
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Hoboken: A Visitor's Guide. Produced by Hoboken Community Development Agency, [1977].
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Hoboken: Circus Maximus at All Times. Recollections of Judge Charles DeFazio, Jr.
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Hoboken: Details of the Mile Square.
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Hoboken: Details of the Mile Square.
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Hoboken: Een tocht door het verleden.
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Hoboken: History & Architecture at a Glance.
BookHoboken: History & Architecture at a Glance.
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Hoboken: Origin of the Name.
PublicationHoboken: Origin of the Name.
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Hoboken: The Sinatra Tour. A Self-Guided Walking Tour. Published by the Hoboken Historical Museum, 1998.
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Hoboken: The State of the City. March 2007.
ArchiveHoboken: a walking tour and street map. The Hoboken Historical Museum. Issued 2004.
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Holiday greetings postcard from Mayor David Roberts and Family, Hoboken, 2007.
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Holiday greetings, 8, sent to Madeline and/or Florence Miller, 716 Bloomfield St., Hoboken from various people, v.d., ca. 1907-1972.
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Holland America Line crew uniform hat badge. No date, circa 1938-1953.
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Holland-America Line double deck of bridge playing cards in slipcase, no place, no date, ca. 1950-60.
Object/Artifact![Holland-Amerika Lijn. 1873 9 April 1923. [50th anniversary celebration of Holland America Line].](
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Holland-Amerika Lijn. 1873 9 April 1923. [50th anniversary celebration of Holland America Line].
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Hollywood on the Hudson: Film and Television in New York from Griffith to Sarnoff.
BookHolographic 2-page letter to Florence Miller from 'Marge", no place, April 22, 1975.
ArchiveHolographic 2-page letter to Florence Miller from Donald J. Kivlon, November 11, 1973.
ArchiveHolographic 2-page letter to Miss Miller (probably Florence) from Dudley Mather, Sept. 5, 1973 plus 7-page fair copy of letter to Mather from Florence
ArchiveHolographic 3-page letter to Florence Miller from 'Marge", no place, May 23, no year.
ArchiveHolographic 4-page letter to Florence Miller from 'Dorothea", Ocean Grove, N.J., Sept. 11, 1975.
ArchiveHolographic 4-page letter to Miss Miller from Dorothea Halloran, no place, no date, ca. 1970-80.
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Holographic certificate letter by Francis G. Himpler, Civil Engineer & Architect, Hoboken, Oct. 19, 1880.
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Holographic letter (note card) from Katherine Marinovich Moebes to the Museum, Nov. 4, 2002 with object and family history.
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Holographic letter (re Lindbergh baby trial) to Florence Miller from Joseph Lanigan, Office of the Attorney General, New Jersey, February 17, 1935, with enclosures.
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Holographic letter from Nancy DiMaio to Bob Foster of the Museum, Aug., 1997, with recollections of her day as an "original Bobby Soxer"
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Holographic letter from Ottilie Assing of Hoboken to Frederick Douglass, Dec. 18, 1878. Reproduced in facsimile from Library of Congress
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Holographic letter on S. Fisher & Co., Hoboken, letterhead by Fischel Cohen Fisher to unknown person, March 13, 1924.
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Holographic letter signed by Edward J. Bohm, 261 6th St., Hoboken, re being a WWI draft board volunteer, May 9, 1917
ArchiveHolographic letter signed from Charles Dewey regarding James Henry Dewey of Hoboken (died 1874) with photocopy of obituary, August 3, 2005.
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Holographic letter to Florence Miller from Joseph Lanigan, Office of the Attorney General, New Jersey, June 20, 1941.
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Holographic letter to Madeleine Miller from Sister M. Berchmans, St. Michael's Convent, N.Y., June 11, 1911.
ArchiveHolographic play : Knockout. A new play. By Louis LaRusso II. No place, no date.
ArchiveHolographic play: A Slight Case Of The Shorts. A new play by Louis LaRusso II. No place, no date.
ArchiveHolographic play: Acorns in Moondust. By Louis LaRusso II. No place: no date.
ArchiveHolographic play: Billy Sunday Revival. A play with music. By Louis LaRusso II. No place, no date.
ArchiveHolographic play: Broadway Babies. A Musical Book. By Louis LaRusso II. No place, no date.
ArchiveHolographic play: Hello,Thank You, and Goodbye. Three one-act plays. By Louis LaRusso II. No place, no date.
ArchiveHolographic play: Lackawanna Rogues. A new play. By Louis LaRusso II. No place, no date.
ArchiveHolographic play: Lamppost Reunion. A play in three acts. By Louis LaRusso II. No place.No date.
ArchiveHolographic play: Late One Night At Charlies. A play in two acts. By Louis LaRusso II. No place, no date.
ArchiveHolographic play: Lifetime Revue. A new play. By Louis LaRusso II. No place, no date.
ArchiveHolographic play: Marlon Brando Sat Right Here. By Louis La Russo II. No place, no date.
ArchiveHolographic play: Momma's Little Angels. A play in three acts. By Louis La Russo II. No place, no date.
ArchiveHolographic play: Queen. Book by Louis LaRusso II. Words and music by Mickey Stevenson and Sammy Friedman. First draft. No place, no date.
ArchiveHolographic play: River Street Is Haunted. A silly new play. By Louis LaRusso II. No place, no date.
ArchiveHolographic play: Rocco And Raymond. A play in three acts. By Louis LaRusso II. No place, no date.
ArchiveHolographic play: Rocco And Raymond. A play in three acts. By Louis LaRusso II. No place, no date. A photocopy of archives manuscript 2003.070.0021.
ArchiveHolographic play: Sea Mothers Son. A new play. By Louis LaRusso II. No place, no date.
ArchiveHolographic play: Sigiliano. A musical comedy in two acts. Songs by Dick Manning. Book by Louis LaRusso II. No place, no date.
ArchiveHolographic play: Stooplife. A new play by Louis LaRusso II. No place, no date.
ArchiveHolographic play: Sunset. Book by Louis LaRusso II. Lyrics by Will Holt. Music by Gary William Friedman. No place, no date.
ArchiveHolographic play: Sweatshop. A new play. By Louis LaRusso II. No place, no date.
ArchiveHolographic play: Swordsmen In Love. A poem in three acts. By Louis LaRusso II. No place, no date.
ArchiveHolographic play: Thanksgotten. A play in two acts. By Louis LaRusso II. No place, no date.
ArchiveHolographic play: The Golden Ducks Of Summer. A play in three acts. By Louis LaRusso II. No place, no date.
ArchiveHolographic play: The Honeymoon. A play in three acts. By Louis LaRusso II. No place, no date.
ArchiveHolographic play: The Tales Of Robin Hood. A book for a rock musical. By Louis LaRusso II. No place, no date.
ArchiveHolographic play: Three Saturday Nights. By Louis LaRusso II. No place, no date.
ArchiveHolographic play: Toyland. A new play. By Louis LaRusso II. No place, no date.
ArchiveHolographic play: Vespers Eve. A play in three acts. By Louis LaRusso II. No place, no date.
ArchiveHolographic play: Wheelbarrow Closers. A play in three acts. By Louis LaRusso II. No place, no date.
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Holographic screenplay script: The Artist. (A film script. By Louis LaRusso ll. N.p. n.d., ca. 1969-1970.
ArchiveHolographic screenplay: (Untitled). By Louis LaRusso II. No place, no date. Lacking title leaf, cast of characters.
ArchiveHolographic screenplay: Alvin Karpis: The Last Public Enemy. By Louis LaRusso II. Los Angeles, no date.
ArchiveHolographic screenplay: Lucky Luciano Father Of The Gods. A film script. By Louis LaRusso II. No place, no date.
ArchiveHolographic screenplay: Murder Hill. An original mystery adventure for the screen. By Louis La Russo II. First draft. No place, 1980.
ArchiveHolographic screenplay: Our Father. A screenplay . By Louis LaRusso II. Based on a story by Michael Bennett. No place, no date.
ArchiveHolographic screenplay: Sharkboy Of Bora Bora. A screenplay By Louis LaRusso II. No place, no date.
ArchiveHolographic screenplay: Sharkboy Of Bora Bora. A screenplay By Louis LaRusso II. No place, no date. Second draft.
ArchiveHolographic screenplay: The Fisherman. A film script. By Louis LaRusso II. No place, no date.
ArchiveHolographic screenplay: The Ropes. A film script. By Louis LaRusso II. No place, no date.
ArchiveHolographic screenplay: The Walk. A film script. By Louis LaRusso II. No place, no date.
ArchiveHolographic wedding invitation to Madeline Miller, September, 1938.
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Homer.
Book
Hook tool for moving hanging garments on conveyor rack system. From Alorna Coat Corp., Hoboken. 2009.
Object/ArtifactHopoghan Hackingh. Hoboken, A Pleasure Resort for Old New York.
BookHopoghan Hackingh. Hoboken, A Pleasure Resort for Old New York.
BookHopophan Hackingh. Library of Congress PDF.
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Horsecars, Cable Cars and Omnibuses. All 107 Photographs from the John Stephenson Company Album, 1888.
BookHorses, Etc. Hoboken Animals and their People. A Film by Sara Winter. Hoboken, 2004.
Photograph
Horses, Etc. Hoboken Animals and their People. A Film by Sara Winter. Hoboken, 2004.
Photograph
Hot stamping plate: The Gripper. R. Neumann & Co., Fine Leathers, Hoboken, New Jersey, U.S.A. No date, ca. 1960's-1970's. Spool of printed ribbon: R. Neumann & Co., Fine Leathers, Hoboken, New Jersey, U.S.A. No date, ca. 1960's-1970's.
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Hotel Edwards. Painting by Theodore Tihanksy, (Hoboken, 2009.)
Object/Artifact
House Rent Boogie
Book
House Tour Volunteers, General Guidelines. (2006)
ArchiveHow Baseball Began: The Long Overlooked Truth About the Birth of Baseball.
Book
How to Kill Animals Humanely. By D.D. Slade, M.D. Issued by Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, Boston, no date, ca. 1900.
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How to Make Good Coffee. Issued by Maxwell House Coffee, Maxwell House Division of General Foods Corporation, Consumer Service Department, Hoboken, N.J. 5th edition, copyright 1937; probably issued 1939-1942.
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How to Make Good Coffee. Issued by Maxwell House Coffee, Maxwell House Hoboken, N.J., probably issued 1939-1942.
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Howard Cullman of the Port of N.Y. Authority speaking to group attending the signing of lease for new Pier C, Hoboken, 1954.
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Hudson & Manhattan R.R., Purchase & Syndicate Agreement; 5th Instalment Receipt; from Harvey Fisk & Sons for $2500; N.Y., Apr. 1, 1907.
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Hudson & Manhattan Railroad Co. Exit Coupon, Aug. 27, 1940.
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Hudson & Manhattan Railroad Co. Rules & Regulations, Operating Dept. Effective Oct. 1, 1923.
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Hudson & Manhattan Railroad Co. Rules & Regulations, Operating Dept. Effective Oct. 1, 1923.
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Hudson & Manhattan Railroad Company Local Service, Train Records. June 1922 to May 1924.
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Hudson & Manhattan Railroad Company Rapid Transit Service, Train Records. Sept. 1911 to June 1918.
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Hudson & Manhattan Railroad Company, Train Records. Dec. 1914 to Feb. 1917.
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Hudson & Manhattan Railroad Company. Herman T. Stichman, Trustee. Specifications for Rapid Transit Cars. (1955)
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Hudson & Manhattan Railroad Revisited, The.
Book
Hudson & Manhattan Railroad destination roll sign. No date, circa 1940-1970. Hudson & Manhattan Railroad destination roll sign. N.d., ca. 1940-1970.
Object/Artifact
Hudson & Manhattan Railroad, Annual Reports 1910-1950. Columbia University Libraries electronic reproduction.
Archive
Hudson County Artists Directory 2001
Archive
Hudson County Artists Directory 2003-04.
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Hudson County Board of Elections. Minutes. Book # 35. May 2, 1935 to July 12, 1935.
ArchiveHudson County Daily Democrat, The.
PublicationHudson County Democrat, Volume X, Nos. 1-52, April 1862-March 1863.
Publication![Hudson County Homing Pigeon Club, [Hoboken], Race Report., Various places, v.d., 1986.](
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Hudson County Homing Pigeon Club, [Hoboken], Race Report., Various places, v.d., 1986.
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Hudson County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Days. Issued by HCIA, Jersey City, N.J., March 1997.
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Hudson County, N.J. Official County Map 2008. Issued by Board of Chosen Freeholders (Hudson County).
Archive
Hudson County: The Left Bank.
Book
Hudson County: The Left Bank.
Book
Hudson Dining. 2003. A Restaurant Guide. A Publication of the Hudson Reporter.
ArchiveHudson Dispatch, Saturday March 26, 1955. Hoboken Centennial Section.
ArchiveHudson Observer, 1912
Publication
Hudson River Day Line: The Story of a great American steamboat company.
Book
Hudson River Waterfront: Year 2000. Jersey City, New Jersey. Master Plan Report. October, 1984.
Archive
Hudson and Manhattan Railroad. Full issue of Electric Railroads, No. 27, Aug. 1959. Published by Electric Railroaders Assn., N.Y., N.Y.
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Humphreys' Manual. New York, 1922.
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Humphreys' Manual. New York, 1929.
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Hymnal Notes. Being Brief Studies of the Hymns ... Christian Science Hymnal. ca. 1933 or later. (First Church of Christ, Scientist, Hoboken copy.)
Archive
I'd Rather Lose a Clam than a Customer: Recollections of Michael "Biggie" Yaccarino.
Publication
I-scale, plotting, flat, metric, 30 cm long, made for U.S. Govt. (Navy?) by Keuffel & Esser Co., N.Y., n.d., ca. 1930s-1940s.
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I.L.A. (International Longshoremen's Association) button, no place, no date, ca. 1940-50.
Object/Artifact
I.L.A. member's identification button, Port of New York & Vicinity, Cargo Repairmen [Local] 1171, Jan., Feb., March, 1953.
Object/Artifact
Ice Cream Factory License from the Dept. of Health, State of New Jersey to Nicola Principe, 416 Clinton St., Hoboken, for 1956-1957.
Archive
Ice Cream Factory License, 4, issued to Henry Schnackenberg, 1110 Washington St., Hoboken, by State of N.J.for 1932, 1935, 1947, 1949.
Archive
Ice Cream Plant License from the Dept. of Health, State of New Jersey to Lucia Principe, Yum Yum & Lemon Ice, 416 Clinton St., Hoboken, for 1959-1960.
Archive
Ice cleaving tool used to break large blocks of ice for Yum-Yum Ices brand, Hoboken, no date, ca.1950-1960.
Object/ArtifactIce hook (tongs?) found while digging in the backyard of 132 Jackson St.
Object/Artifact
Ice pick: Mountain Ice Company, Hoboken, N.J. N.d., ca. 1902-1930.
Object/Artifact
Ice tongs for moving large blocks of ice for Italian ices sold under the Yum Yum brand, Hoboken, no date, ca. 1950-1960.
Object/Artifact
Ice/snow scraper imprinted with advertising for Phil's Service Center, Willow Ave. & Newark St., Hoboken, no date, ca. 1960.
Object/Artifact
Iced tea spoon: D.L. & W. R.R.; silverplate Reed & Barton twisted stem. N.d., ca. 1890-1910.
Object/Artifact
Identification tag, A. Lamprecht, and key ring belonging to Florence or Madeline Miller, 716 Garden St., Hoboken. n.d, ca. 1920-1940.
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Identification tag: 2nd Cabin Stateroom Baggage, Hamburg American Line, Hoboken, no date, circa 1890-1914.
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Identification tag: If Found Return to - Otto Bindel, 636 Hudson St., Hoboken, N.J. - And Receive Reward. No date, ca. 1930-1940.
Object/ArtifactImage of 118 Washington Street, Jaffee Camera Store, photo and advertisement, Hoboken, circa 1908.
Archive
Image of 120 Washington Street, Stadler's Millinery Shop, Hoboken, circa 1908.
Archive
Image of plaque honoring Gerald J. Walker of Hoboken, Vietnam War military casualty, YMCA, Hoboken.
Photograph
Image: 2 B+W photos of the interior of Donald Barrett's Hoboken apartment, no date, ca. 1960.
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Image: 2 sailing yachts and steam yacht, no place no date, ca. 1932-42.
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Image: 3 color photos of three unidentified moored vessel at unknown locations, but not in Hoboken, no date, ca. 1965.
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Image: B+W photo of 3 longshoremen at work in the cargo hold of an unidentified vessel, Hoboken, no date, ca. 1960.
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Image: B+W photo of Holland America Line offices at the Fifth St. pier, Hoboken, no date, ca. 1960.
PhotographCamp 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.