Preserve
We work to protect historic places and artifacts that tell the story of our community.
Perth Amboy History Lives Here
We preserve, celebrate, and share the stories that shaped Perth Amboy. The Perth Amboy Historical Society is dedicated to preserving our City's history and inspiring pride in our community's heritage through research, programs, and preservation initiatives.
Our Mission
Educate
Through programs, tours, and events, we bring history to life for all generations.
Inspire
We inspire a deeper connection to our past and a stronger future for our community.
Local Museums
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Proprietary House
Kearny Cottage
Ferry Slip
Surveyor General's Office
149 Kearny Avenue | c. 1764
Completed in 1764, Proprietary House became the residence of New Jersey’s last Royal Governor, William Franklin. It is the only remaining official Royal Governor’s mansion from the original thirteen colonies and witnessed the turbulent final years of colonial rule.
63 Catalpa Avenue | c. 1781
Built in 1781, Kearny Cottage preserves the story of the prominent Kearny family and their deep roots in Perth Amboy. The museum highlights family life, local history, and Commodore Lawrence Kearny, the distinguished U.S. naval officer who helped open American trade with China.
300 Front Street | c. 1684
For generations, Perth Amboy’s waterfront has connected the City to Staten Island and beyond. The historic Ferry Slip is now home to the Maritime Museum, showcasing the City's rich maritime heritage and the ferries, ships, industries, and people that shaped its waterfront.
260 High Street | c. 1854
Built in 1854, the Surveyor General’s Office reflects Perth Amboy’s important role in New Jersey’s early government and land administration. The building housed the Board of Proprietors of the Eastern Division and the Surveyor General’s Office, where records documenting land ownership and settlement were maintained.
