Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

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

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

5. How do I order a print?

6. Will it have a watermark on it?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

1. How do I research in the museum’s online database?

Our on-line catalog is at hobokenmuseum.org/collection-items/ top

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

The database represents over a third of our holdings with cataloging work diligently proceeding on the other materials along with digitization and transcription. We believe that the offerings available provide a respectable overview of the collections and, as a small museum with typical limited resources, useful detail regarding Hoboken history. top

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

Yes, we can make prints for most items with some subject to copyright, donor or technical restrictions. For usage other than personal use, contact Museum collections (collections@ hobokenmuseum.org or 201-656-2240) for availability, current pricing and any restrictions. top

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

All prints are digital inkjet prints on a semi-gloss paper, without a matte or frame.We offer a variety of sizes, from 8×11 to 24×36 or even larger.

Prints up to 24” wide can be made for some images and the price will be quoted upon request. Special requirements regarding cropping or sizing for mattes can be considered, although charges may be made depending on the project. top

5. How do I order a print?

In the database, note the catalog # of thephoto you’re interested in, and share that with collections@hobokenmuseum.org or 201-656-2240. we will contact you to arrange payment.) Generally, orders are fulfilled within a week of receiving it. top

6. Will it have a watermark on it?

No, the watermark only appears on the web images which are low resolution and not intended for printing. top

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

We have some 11×17 and 16×20 black frames. Reach out if you’re interested. Local pick-up only and stock is limited. top

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

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

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

Try the name as a KEYWORD SEARCH using quotes around the name. Also under ADVANCED SEARCH make sure to click the PEOPLE box at the top. Remember that the spelling of names often varied over the years as well as first names (i.e. Philip – Phillip or nicknames, Dom for Dominic or Dominick.) Genealogy is one use for the database that we are constantly trying to improve. top

10. There is a PDF (portable document file) or other file listed as “on file”, but it is not available. Where is it?

Some of these files are available in the on-line database along with video, audio and similar files. Note that some of these are large files and may take a while to download or display; your capability with mobile devices will vary. Due to our conversion to a new databasde sysem, some of these files may not be linked. Reach out if interested.  top

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

Yes, note the catalog # and send an email to collections@hobokenmuseum.org.  After our review, the information may be compiled in the record and credited as appropriate. top

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

Off course! Share the page from your browser. top

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

You can see selected items from the collections that are on exhibition in the current main exhibition, but the collections themselves are not on permanent display. The Museum’s home is dedicated to changing exhibitions and programs and regrettably does not have room for permanent displays. Collections are housed off-site in a secure, non-public space. top

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

Due to limited space and staff, research access is restricted. While all inquiries receive attention, we are unable to allow access to the storage areas. It is not a browsing collection as most items are boxed, shelved and stored in an appropriate manner; they can be retrieved for specific need. top

Online Database

Explore the Hoboken Historical Museum’s Online Archive, featuring detailed information and images of photographs, newspaper clippings, cataloged items, artwork, and artifacts spanning the last 250 years. Our database is continuously updated and serves as a growing resource for researchers, historians, and the community.

Hoboken Historical Museum Online Archive

For further information about the collection or to order images, please contact Rand Hoppe at archives@hobokenmuseum.org or call (201) 656-2240.

Images are also available for media or publishing use—please reach out for details.

Ordering Custom Prints

We offer high-quality prints of collection images in various sizes. Image proportions may not always fill the page, and a minimum 1-inch white border will be present. Payment must be made in advance of printing.

Pricing

• 8.5″ × 11″ — $30
• 11″ × 17″ — $45
• 13″ × 19″ — $50
• 17″ × 22″ — $60
• 18″ × 24″ — $80
• 20″ × 30″ — $90
• 24″ × 36″ — $120

If an image requires a new scan or resizing, an additional $100 fee applies.

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B&W photo of the Fair Lawn Park Estates apartment complex on Chandler Drive, Fair Lawn.

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B&W photo of the Goodhue Block of commercial buildings at 1854-1876 Main Street, Springfield, MA.

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B&W photo of the Grand Manor apartment complex at 7 Romaine Court and 980 Main Street, Hackensack.

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B&W photo of the Medical Tower Building at 31-33 Lincoln Park, Newark.

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B&W photo of the mixed-use Hotel Plaza at 91 Sip Avenue, Jersey City.

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B&W photo of the mixed-use Hotel Plaza at 91 Sip Avenue, Jersey City.

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B&W photo row house apartment buildings at unknown location in New Jersey.

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B+ W aerial photos, 5, of Saint Mary Hospital & vicinity, Hoboken, circa 1976-1977.

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B+W & color photo of low temperature starting test for snow blower at United States Testing Co. facility, Hoboken. N.d., ca. 1970s or 1980s.

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B+W & color photos, 10, of tractor trailer dynamic load test under highway conditions by United States Testing Co., Hoboken, June 1968.

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B+W 10" x 20" group photo of Knights of Columbus, Hoboken Council 159, 60th Anniversary Dinner, Union Club, Hoboken, April 21, 1956.

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B+W 10" x 20" group photo of celebration of the 20th Anniversary of the Ordination of the Rev. Thomas J. Hession, Union Club, Hoboken, May 23, 1956.

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B+W 11" x 17" group photo of Cornelius O'Keefe's Bachelor Dinner at the Union Club, Hoboken, N.J., July 28, 1938.

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B+W 4" x 5" glass plate negative image of Florence and Madeline Miller plus 3 other girls in the backyard of 716 Bloomfield St., Hoboken, no date, ca.

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B+W 4" x 5" glass-plate negative image of Florence and Madeline Miller with 4 other girls in the backyard of 716 Bloomfield St., Hoboken, no date, ca

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B+W 4" x 5" glass-plate negative image of James Miller seated in the parlour at 716 Bloomfield St., Hoboken, no date, ca. 1890.

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B+W 4" x 5" glass-plate negative of an unidentified woman, probably Florence Miller, no date.

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B+W 8 x 10 copy print from original negative of Robert Kirchgessner with 1917 Model T van used as a delivery truck by United Deco

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B+W 8 x 10 copy print from original negative of the opening of Herold's Bake Shop, 622 Washington St., Hoboken, ca. 1938. Building decorated by U

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B+W 8 x10 copy print from original negative of a Dodge delivery van on Court St., ca. 1936.

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B+W 8 x10 copy print from original negative of the United Decorating Co. storefront and delivery truck.

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B+W 8" x 10" negative of aerial view of northeast Hoboken taken by Keystone Aerial Surveys, Inc., March 28, 1990

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B+W Holland Tunnel documentation photo: 2311. Contract No. 5, N.Y. Telephone Co. cables at Canal & Hudson Sts., N.Y., Dec. 2, 1924.

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B+W Holland Tunnel documentation photo: 7004. South tunnel heading just east of shield after flooding of tunnel, Apr. 3, 1924, N.Y. Apr. 7, 1924.

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B+W Holland Tunnel documentation photo: 7004. South tunnel heading just east of shield after flooding of tunnel, Apr. 3, 1924, N.Y. Apr. 7, 1924.

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B+W Postcard: A. H Meyer, Hoboken, NJ, 1911

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B+W Postcard: Academy Hotel, Hoboken, NJ

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B+W Postcard: Arts on Sixth featuring Wedge Works, Hoboken, NJ, 1997

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B+W Postcard: Atlantic Yacht Club House, Hoboken, NJ, 1907

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B+W Postcard: Atlantic Yacht Club House, Hoboken, NJ, 1907

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B+W Postcard: Barbados Postcard Sent to Prof. M. Loewy, Hoboken, NJ, 1906

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B+W Postcard: Church of Our Lady of Grace, Hoboken, NJ

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B+W Postcard: Church of Our Lady of Grace, Hoboken, NJ

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B+W Postcard: Church of Our Lady of Grace, Hoboken, NJ

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B+W Postcard: Church of Our Lady of Grace, Hoboken, NJ, 1907

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B+W Postcard: Drifters Restaurant, Hoboken, NJ

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B+W Postcard: Drifters Restaurant, Hoboken, NJ

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B+W Postcard: Duke's House, Hoboken, NJ, 1905

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B+W Postcard: First Baptist Church, Hoboken, NJ

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B+W Postcard: First Baptist Church, Hoboken, NJ, 1901

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B+W Postcard: First Presbyterian Church, Hoboken, NJ

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B+W Postcard: Geismar's, Hoboken, NJ, 1958

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B+W Postcard: German Hamburg postcard sent to Prof. M. Loewry, Hoboken, NJ, 1900

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B+W Postcard: Grand Hotel, Hoboken, NJ

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B+W Postcard: Hoboken Ferry, stamped by Prof. M. Loewy, Hoboken, NJ, 1903

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B+W Postcard: Hudson & Newark Streets, Hoboken, NJ, 1905

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B+W Postcard: Hudson Trust Building., Hoboken, NJ, 1905

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B+W Postcard: Keystone Dairy, Hoboken, NJ

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B+W Postcard: Klinghoffer's Bazaar, Hoboken, NJ

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B+W Postcard: Lutheran Church, Hoboken, NJ, 1907

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B+W Postcard: Lutheran Church, Hoboken, NJ.

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B+W Postcard: Meyers Celler, Hoboken, NJ

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B+W Postcard: Norman B. Reznicow, Hoboken, NJ

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B+W Postcard: Nuremberg, germany postcard sent to Prof. M. Loewy, Hoboken, NJ, 1899

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B+W Postcard: Our Lady of Grace R. C. Church, Hoboken, NJ, 1910

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B+W Postcard: Rodenberg's Tavern, Hoboken, NJ

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B+W Postcard: Sarajevo postcard sent to Prof. M. Loewy, Hoboken, NJ, 1900

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B+W Postcard: St. Ann's R.C. Church, Hoboken, NJ, 1930

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B+W Postcard: St. Ann's R.C. Church, Hoboken, NJ, 1932

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B+W Postcard: St. Ann's R.C. Church, Hoboken, NJ, 1935

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B+W Postcard: St. Ann's R.C. Church, Hoboken, NJ, 1936

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B+W Postcard: St. Matthew Trinity Lutheran Church, Hoboken, NJ, 1909

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B+W Postcard: St. Matthew's Ev.. Lutheran Church, Hoboken, NJ

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B+W Postcard: St. Matthew's Ev.. Lutheran Church, Hoboken, NJ, 1905

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B+W Postcard: St. Paul's Church, Hoboken, NJ

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B+W Postcard: Steneck Trust Company, Hoboken, NJ, 1926

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B+W Postcard: Steneck Trust Company, Hoboken, NJ, 1927

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B+W Postcard: The Poggi Press, Hoboken, NJ, 1958

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B+W Postcard: Trinity Church, Hoboken, NJ, 1906

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B+W Postcard: United Decorating Co., Hoboken, NJ

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B+W Postcard: United Decorating Co., Hoboken, NJ, 1999

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B+W Postcard: Vienna postcard sent to Prof. M. Loewy, Hoboken, NJ, 1899

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B+W Postcard: Vienna postcard sent to Prof. M. Loewy, Hoboken, NJ, 1900

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B+W Postcard: Vienna postcard sent to Prof. M. Loewy, Hoboken, NJ, 1901

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B+W Postcard: W&A Fletcher Company, Hoboken Historical Museum Invitation, 1990

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B+W Postcard: Wm. Egert, Hoboken, NJ

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B+W aerial aerial photo of southern Hoboken plus Jersey City riverside rail yards looking west, March 16, 1949.

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B+W aerial photo looking west of the waterfront from Twelfth St. to Weehawken looking west, Hoboken, no date, [1964].

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B+W aerial photo of 2 tankers & 1 ore ship in drydocks at Bethlehem Steel Hoboken Shipyard, n.d., ca. 1968-1970.

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B+W aerial photo of Bethlehem Steel Corp. Hoboken Yard with caption, Hoboken, n.d., ca. 1958.

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B+W aerial photo of British ships being outfitted with armor at Bethlehem Steel shipyard, Hoboken, Apr. 25, 1940.

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B+W aerial photo of Hoboken Port Authority Piers looking southeast, Hoboken, June 6, 1960.

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B+W aerial photo of Hoboken looking west from above the piers, no date, ca. 1948-1950.

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B+W aerial photo of Hoboken pier 4 fire, August 12, 1944.

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B+W aerial photo of Hoboken southern waterfront, n.d., ca. 1956-1958.

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B+W aerial photo of Lackawanna Ferry terminal with heavy ice on the Hudson River, Hoboken, n.d., ca. late 1950s or early 1960s.

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B+W aerial photo of Lincoln Tunnel entrances with traffic during police job action, WeehawkenJuly 20, 1973.

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B+W aerial photo of Lincoln Tunnel, N.J. plaza with access ramp [helix] under construction, Weehawken, May 17, 1938.

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B+W aerial photo of Pennsylvania R.R. Marine Dept. piers & shops, Hoboken, Nov. 30, 1961.

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B+W aerial photo of Port Authority Pier C, River St. at 4th St. & Hudson River, Hoboken, n.d., ca. 1965-1968.

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B+W aerial photo of Port Authority Piers A, B & C, Hoboken, n.d., ca. 1965-1968.

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B+W aerial photo of Port Authority piers A, B & C, Hoboken, n.d., ca. 1956-1959.

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B+W aerial photo of S.S. Ezra Sensibar & U.S.S. Compass Island at Bethlehem Steel Hoboken Shipyard, n.d., ca. 1969.

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B+W aerial photo of S.S. Houston, Seatrain Lines, approaching dock; USS Compass Island, USNS Vanguard & other ships at Bethlehem Steel Hoboken Shipyard, n.d., ca. 1969.

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B+W aerial photo of S.S. New Amsterdam departing Holland America Lines Fifth St. Pier, Hoboken, n.d., ca. 1952-1953.

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B+W aerial photo of S.S. Nieuw Amsterdam, Holland America Line, arriving in N.Y. harbor on maiden voyage, May 16, 1938.

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B+W aerial photo of S.S. Nieuw Amsterdam, Holland America Line, arriving in N.Y. harbor on maiden voyage, May 16, 1938.

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B+W aerial photo of S.S. Noordam of Holland America Line, arriving in N.Y. harbor, Oct. 7, 1938.

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B+W aerial photo of S.S. Noordam of Holland America Line, arriving in N.Y. harbor, Oct. 7, 1938.

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B+W aerial photo of S.S. Rotterdam arriving on its maiden voyage at 5th St. Pier, Holland America Line, Sept.11, 1959.

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B+W aerial photo of Standard Brands building (Lipton Tea), 15th & Washington Sts., Hoboken Division, July 20, 1951.

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B+W aerial photo of Standard Brands building (Lipton Tea), 15th & Washington Sts., Hoboken Division, July 20, 1951.

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B+W aerial photo of Standard Brands building (Lipton Tea), 15th & Washington Sts., Hoboken Division, July 20, 1951.

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B+W aerial photo of Standard Brands building (Lipton Tea), 15th & Washington Sts., Hoboken Division, July 20, 1951.

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B+W aerial photo of Standard Brands building (Lipton Tea), 15th & Washington Sts., Hoboken Division, July 20, 1951.

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B+W aerial photo of Standard Brands building (Lipton Tea), 15th & Washington Sts., Hoboken Division, July 20, 1951.

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B+W aerial photo of Standard Brands building (Lipton Tea), 15th & Washington Sts., Hoboken Division, July 20, 1951.

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B+W aerial photo of Standard Brands building (Lipton Tea), 15th & Washington Sts., Hoboken Division, July 20, 1951.

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B+W aerial photo of Standard Brands building (Lipton Tea), 15th & Washington Sts., Hoboken Division, July 20, 1951.

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B+W aerial photo of Standard Brands building (Lipton Tea), 15th & Washington Sts., Hoboken Division, July 20, 1951.

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B+W aerial photo of Standard Brands building (Lipton Tea), 15th & Washington Sts., Hoboken Division, July 20, 1951.

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B+W aerial photo of Standard Brands building (Lipton Tea), 15th & Washington Sts., Hoboken Division, July 20, 1951.

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B+W aerial photo of Standard Brands building (Lipton Tea), 15th & Washington Sts., Hoboken Division, July 20, 1951.

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B+W aerial photo of Todd Shipyards, Hoboken Division, June 1, 1951.

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B+W aerial photo of Todd Shipyards, Hoboken Division, June 1, 1951.

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B+W aerial photo of USS Compass Island, USNS Vanguard & other ships at Bethlehem Steel Hoboken Shipyard, n.d., ca. 1969.

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B+W aerial photo of eastern Hoboken looking northeast, Sept. 9, 1932

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B+W aerial photo of northern waterfront looking west, Hoboken, June 25, 1950.

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B+W aerial photo of railroad yards & facilities of Erie-Lackawanna RR, Jersey City & Hoboken, Nov. 30, 1961.

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B+W aerial photo of tanker M.V. Dan Boström & freighter Overo in drydock, Bethlehem Steel Hoboken Shipyard, 1969.

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B+W aerial photo of the City of Hoboken, 1947.

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B+W aerial photo of the Hoboken piers looking east to Manhattan, Hoboken, Sept., 17, 1956.

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B+W aerial photo of the Holland America Lines Hoboken Piers, October 14, 1948.

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B+W aerial photo of the Holland America Lines Hoboken Piers, October 14, 1948.

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B+W aerial photo of the Holland America Lines Hoboken Piers, October 14, 1948.

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B+W aerial photo of the Holland America Lines Hoboken Piers, October 14, 1948.

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B+W aerial photo of the Holland America Lines Hoboken Piers, October 14, 1948.

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B+W aerial photo of the Holland America Lines Hoboken Piers, October 14, 1948.

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B+W aerial photo of the Holland America Lines Hoboken Piers, October 14, 1948.

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B+W aerial photo of the Holland America Lines Hoboken Piers, October 14, 1948.

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B+W aerial photo of the Holland America Lines Hoboken Piers, October 14, 1948.

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B+W aerial photo of the Holland America Lines Hoboken Piers, October 14, 1948.

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B+W aerial photo of the Holland America Lines Hoboken Piers, October 14, 1948.

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B+W aerial photo of the Holland America Lines Hoboken Piers, October 14, 1948.

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B+W aerial photo of the Holland America Lines Hoboken Piers, October 14, 1948.

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B+W aerial photo of the Holland America Lines Hoboken Piers, October 14, 1948.

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B+W aerial photo of the Holland America Lines Hoboken Piers, October 14, 1948.

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B+W aerial photo of the Holland America Lines Hoboken Piers, October 14, 1948.

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B+W aerial photo of the Holland America Lines Hoboken Piers, October 14, 1948.

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B+W aerial photo of the Holland America Lines Hoboken Piers, October 14, 1948.

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B+W aerial photo of the Maxwell House Coffee plant, February 17, 1949.

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B+W aerial photo of the Maxwell House Coffee plant, February 17, 1949.

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B+W aerial photo of the Maxwell House Coffee plant, February 17, 1949.

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B+W aerial photo of the Maxwell House Coffee plant, February 17, 1949.

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B+W aerial photo of the Maxwell House Coffee plant, Hoboken, n.d., spring/summer 1939.

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B+W aerial photo of the S.S. Rotterdam of Holland America Line docking at Fifth St. pier, Hoboken after her maiden voyage, Sept. 11, 1959.

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B+W candid group photo of "On the Waterfront" filming in Hoboken: Marlon Brando is in profile at center, Hoboken, no date, ca. late 1953-early 1954.

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B+W candid photo of "On the Waterfront" filming in Hoboken on the piers, Hoboken, no date, ca. late 1953-early 1954.

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B+W candid photo of "On the Waterfront" filming in Hoboken on the piers, Hoboken, no date, ca. late 1953-early 1954.

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B+W candid photo of "On the Waterfront" filming in Hoboken: Elia Kazan is at the left, Hoboken, no date, ca. late 1953-early 1954.

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B+W candid photo of "On the Waterfront" filming in Hoboken: Eva Marie Saint (or her stand-in) & Elia Kazan, Hoboken, n.d., ca. late 1953-early 1954.

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B+W candid photo of "On the Waterfront" filming in Hoboken: Eva Marie Saint or stand-in is at center, Hoboken, no date, ca. late 1953-early 1954.

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B+W candid photo of "On the Waterfront" filming in Hoboken: Karl Malden, Eva Marie Saint, Hoboken, no date, ca. late 1953-early 1954.

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B+W candid photo of "On the Waterfront" filming in Hoboken: Marlon Brando is at center with large group, Hoboken, n.d., ca. late 1953-early 1954.

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B+W candid photo of "On the Waterfront" filming in Hoboken: Marlon Brando is third from the left, Hoboken, no date, ca. late 1953-early 1954.

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B+W candid photo of "On the Waterfront" filming in Hoboken: Saint's stand-in is probably in light coat, Hoboken, n.d., ca. late 1953-early 1954.

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B+W candid photo of "On the Waterfront" filming in Hoboken: preparation for filming a group scene, Hoboken, no date, ca. late 1953-early 1954.

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B+W candid photo of "On the Waterfront" filming in Hoboken: preparation/ rehearsal for a scene, Hoboken, no date, ca. late 1953-early 1954.

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B+W candid photo of "On the Waterfront" filming in Hoboken: unidentified man & woman, Hoboken, no date, ca. late 1953-early 1954.

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B+W candid photo of "On the Waterfront" filming on the piers, Hoboken, no date, ca. late 1953-early 1954.

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B+W contact sheet of 3 photos of buildings & one of enemy aliens, Hoboken, no date, ca. 1890-1915.

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B+W contact sheet of 4 photos of 3 vessels & an engine room; work by W. & A. Fletcher Co., Hoboken, no date, ca. 1890-1910.

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B+W contact sheet with 15 photo images of Humanities Festival Week activities, Church Square Park, Hoboken, October, 1999.

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B+W contact sheet, 7 photos of Frank Sinatra on film set of "Young at Heart", L.A., CA, Warner Bros. 1954.

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B+W copy photo negative of 100th Anniversary Dinner, St. Matthew's Evangelical Lutheran Church, Hoboken, Sept. 21, 1958.

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B+W copy photo negative of Annual Outing, Ladies Aid Society of St. Matthews Lutheran Church of Hoboken, Platzl Brauhaus, [Pomona, N.Y.], June 23, 1949.

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B+W copy photo negative of Frauen Verin von St. Matthews, Hoboken, May 14, 1936.

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B+W copy photo negative of Pastor Karl M. Wossidlo of St. Matthews Church, Hoboken, no date, ca. 1870-1890.

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B+W copy photo negative of Reverend Hermann Brueckner, pastor of St. Matthews Church, Hoboken, no date, ca. 1920-1935.

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B+W copy photo negative of unidentified man, probably a pastor of St. Matthews Church, no place, probably Hoboken, no date, ca. 1890-1910

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B+W copy photo negative with three images of St. Matthew's Church and activities, Hoboken, no dates, ca. 1910-1930.

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B+W copy photo negative with two images of St. Matthew's Church exterior, one with a group, Hoboken, no dates, ca. 1920-1950.

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B+W copy photo negative with two images of St. Matthew's Church sanctuary, Hoboken, no dates, ca. 1900-1930.

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B+W copy photo of "On the Waterfront" movie still with Marlon Brando and Rod Steiger.

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B+W copy photo of 1938 Memorial Day Parade near the Fabian Theatre, on Newark St., east of Washington St., Hoboken, May, 1938.

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B+W copy photo of Diagram: The American Origin of Baseball, no place, no date.

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B+W copy photo of Empire Co. No. 2, West Hoboken, ca. 1880-1890.

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B+W copy photo of Frank Sinatra in a crowd in front of Hoboken City Hall, Oct. 30, 1947.

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B+W copy photo of Harding memorializing the war dead, Port of Debarkation, Hoboken, May 24, 1921.

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B+W copy photo of Hoboken resident Anthony "Hank" Fantaccione with Janssen Dairy Products milk truck, Hoboken.

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B+W copy photo of Holland America Line Fifth Street pier, Hoboken, 1905.

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B+W copy photo of Holland America Line Pier, Pier 5, Hoboken, circa 1905.

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B+W copy photo of Holland America Line pier 5 & boat clubhouses near 4th St., Hoboken, n.d., ca. 1902-1910.

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B+W copy photo of James Quinn & Elysian bartenders & friends Copa night club, N.Y., n.d., ca. 1965. Copacabana night club, N.Y., n.d., ca. 1965.

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B+W copy photo of Mayor Fred DeSapio presenting Frank Sinatra with Key to the City at Hoboken City Hall, Hoboken, Oct. 30, 1947.

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B+W copy photo of Washington St. motorcade with President & Mrs. Wilson, General Shanks et al, Hoboken, July 8, 1919.

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B+W copy photo of a photo at Morton & Greenwich Sts. curve of inbound tunnel of the Hudson & Manhattan Rail Road, New York, no date (1905?).

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B+W copy photo of a photo documenting construction progress at the Hudson Street station of the Hudson & Manhattan Rail Road, NY, July 8, 1907.

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B+W copy photo of a photo inside tunnels of Hudson & Manhattan Rail Road, location not certain, June 3, 1907.

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B+W copy photo of a photo of arches under construction inside the Hoboken Terminal of Hudson & Manhattan Rail Road, Hoboken, June 20, 1906 or 1907.

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B+W copy photo of a view looking west from the eastbound elevated railway station at Henderson and Ferry Streets, Hoboken, 1948.

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B+W copy photo of a young Frank Sinatra on a pier, no date, ca. early 1930's.

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B+W copy photo of an "On the Waterfront" movie still showing Marlon Brando and Eva Marie Saint in Church Square Park, Hoboken, N.J., no date, ca. Nov.

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B+W copy photo of an architect with a friend 'rowing across Hoboken', ca. Monroe & 13th Sts., Hoboken, 1920.

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B+W copy photo of elevated streetcar railway looking northwest on Ferry Street to corner of Washington Street, Hoboken, 1948.

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B+W copy photo of funeral procession outside the A.J. Volk Funeral Home, 631 - 633 Washington St., Hoboken, no date, ca. 1920.

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B+W copy photo of group of costumed participants in the first Ragamuffin Parade, Hoboken, no date, circa 1962.

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B+W copy photo of image of George Kirchgessner & Phillip Otting seated in Elysian Park, Hoboken, ca. 1934.

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B+W copy photo of image of John Garille and two unidentified women standing near fence in Elysian Park, Hoboken, no date, ca. 1934.

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B+W copy photo of image of children at a block party in Willow Terrace on V.J. day 1945.

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Archives & Research Center

Collections of artifacts and documents are the heart and soul of any museum. The public sees glimpses of it in the items and images on display during our one or two themed exhibits each year, but most are carefully stored away for posterity.

The Hoboken Museum’s first exhibition, “Hoboken’s Changing Scenes,” opened in November 1986 in display cases at City Hall, featuring vintage postcard views of early 1900s Hoboken, side-by-side with present-day photographs. Museum founder Jim Hans donated the postcards to inaugurate the Museum’s permanent collection.

Catalogued, digitally scanned and packed in archival boxes by David Webster, our former Collections Manager, the Museum’s collections grew to over 100,000 items during his tenure. After David passed away in 2015, the Museum created the David Webster Memorial Fund to begin raising funds to expand and modernize our collections operations.The Museum’s collections have been growing ever since, through generous donations, strategic purchases and salvage, such as racks of police mug shots from the 1920s, or business signs like Apicella’s leaping swordfish and the 12-foot-high neon “Last Drop” from the iconic Maxwell House Coffee sign. Our space (pictured above) is maxed out.

To date, we have raised over $40,000, with a goal of raising $100,000 to create The Hoboken Museum Archives and Research Center (conceptual rendering at left), where we can welcome visitors and researchers to explore Hoboken’s history, and our new Collections Manager, Randolph Hoppe, can continue cataloguing and digitizing our ever-expanding collections. 

Any amount is appreciated, just choose one of the categories below. To donate your own amount; simply scroll down to click on the button in the lower right corner. 

PS – David will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him. His legacy lives on in the highly searchable online collections catalogue on our website.

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