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Glen Ridge Historical Society

"The Old Mill in the Glen" was painted for the Glen Ridge post office in 1938 by the artist and former Glen Ridge resident, James Chapin. It shows the water wheel from the former Moffett's brass rolling mill.

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Our 2025 Annual Meeting & Guest Speaker Presentation

Join us at our Annual Meeting and Spring Social on Thursday, April 24, 7:00 p.m. at the Women's Club of Glen Ridge, 219 Ridgewood Ave. Mark your calendars; it is open to all members. We look forward to seeing you there.

Guest Speaker, Mac McParland will join us to present a lecture, “Beer Glorious Beer: the History of Beer and Newark Breweries.” A member of both the Historical Society and the Glen Ridge Home Brewers Association, Mac will discuss the history of beer going back to antiquity. We will learn how beer came to North America and what role it played in the development of the U.S. Special attention will be given to the breweries of Newark, once the brewing capital of the United States. Prior to their lectures, members will vote for new officers and trustees.

Visit Us

Learn about the history of our town, browse our newsletter archives, enjoy our slide shows, and mark your calendar for upcoming events. Visit us on the second Saturday of the month from 9 AM-12:00 noon at the Terry S. Webster Archives located at 195 Ridgewood Avenue, on the third floor of the Glen Ridge Congregational Church. And… join us as a member!