WELCOME TO THE
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.
Save the Date
Our ANNUAL
HOLIDAY PARTY!
Please save the date for our ANNUAL HOLIDAY PARTY!
Our largest annual event will be held at the lovely home of a Glen Ridge resident on Friday, December 11, 2026.
An invitation with more details will be sent to current members of the Glen Ridge Historical Society.
There’s still time to get your invitation! Make sure your membership status and dues are current for 2026, which will be necessary in order to attend the party. See you there!
A Bit of Glen Ridge History
Mountainside Hospital opened for services in 1891 on the corner of Bay Street and Highland Avenue. In 1900, its surgeon wa as well-attended by a bevy of nurses. Their operating room was modestly furnished with wheeled tables, porcelain basins and lit by gaslight fixtures. A sign on the wall entreats “No Loud Talking.”
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!
