We are delighted to invite you to a special Presidents’ Day evening program featuring TJ Fallon, New Jersey–based historical researcher and creator of the popular Dead History YouTube channel.
The Deadly Divide: America’s First Civil War During the American Revolution in Monmouth County FREE Presentation (rescheduled from Jan)
On February 23rd, at the Matawan Masonic Lodge No. 192, sponsored by the Matawan and Keyport Historical Societies, historian and author John Schneider will kick off our local Monmouth250 events with a riveting presentation that reexamines the Revolutionary War through a lens most people have never seen.
This is the Revolution as it was lived: fought by ordinary people with extraordinary consequences, and driven by trade, supply lines, loyalties, betrayals, and survival. And yes, there will be stories told that very few people know.
This is where Monmouth250 begins in Matawan and Keyport.
The Keyport Historical Society Museum is reopening for the 2026 season on Saturday, April 11 & 12!
We are pleased to announce that Tea and Fashion Social will be held at 1 PM on Saturday, April 25, 2026 at the beautiful Keyport Yacht Club.
This is one of our primary fundraising opportunities of the year. As many are aware, we lost our original museum to SuperStorm Sandy. On October 28, 2017, we opened the doors to our new museum at 34 Main Street. With your help we can continue to make improvements to our new location.
Get into the holiday spirit with the Keyport Candlelight House Tour, one of our Society’s most highly anticipated events each year.
An Exploration of the Salem Witch Trials with Guest Speaker Mickey DiCamillo
Step back to 1692 Salem, where fear and suspicion ignited one of history’s most infamous witch hunts. Archivist Mickey DiCamillo brings the story to life with original records and interactive transcripts from the interrogations. Join us for a gripping 60-minute presentation, followed by Q&A.
This event is free and open to the public.
Join the Keyport Historical Society for an intriguing evening with Genealogist Julian Rebelo who shares his team's diligent research efforts exploring the revolutionary new field of genetic genealogy in solving a mystery deep rooted in NJ maritime history!
The Keyport GardenWalk first started in 2012 and has quickly grown to be one of the top tourist attractions for the historic Borough of Keyport.
Hosted by the Monmouth County Historical Commission, A Weekend in Old Monmouth is an annual two-day event, which will take place on Saturday, May 3 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, May 4 from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. where over 50 of the Monmouth County history sites open their doors to visitors and waive their admission fees. A Weekend in Old Monmouth is a self-guided tour.
Join the Keyport Historical Society and experience the charm of bayside tea gatherings and fashionable styles of the times!
The Keyport Historical Society Museum is reopening for the 2025 season on Sunday, April 6! Join us every Sunday from 1-3 PM to explore fascinating exhibits, uncover local history, and engage with our knowledgeable docents. From cherished artifacts to untold stories, there's something for everyone to discover.
We welcome you to experience the past in a whole new way—our doors are open through October 26!
Step back in time to the roaring twenties at the Keyport Historical Society’s fundraiser, “A Century of Love” at the 3BR Distillery!
February 12, 7-10pm
3BR Distillery, 7 Main Street, Keyport NJ
TICKETS: $75 via PayPal
The Keyport Historical Society is delighted to announce the return of the
Saturday, December 14, 2024, 2:00-7:00 pm
Join us for "Trains and Trolleys Through Monmouth County," an enlightening presentation by Tom Gallo – a renowned railroad historian, former railroad employee, and museum curator. Tom will take us on a fascinating trip through the evolution and impact of trains and trolleys in the region.
