Over a Century Ago...

Over a century ago a group of public-spirited citizens saw the need for a public hall in Mullica Hill where community events and town meetings could take place. That recognition of need became a reality in 1871 with the completion of Old Town Hall. They chose a prominent location at the intersection of South Main Street and Woodstown Road, keeping watch over the village.

One hundred years later, another group of dedicated citizens envisioned the building’s return as a focus for community life, this time as a museum and cultural center. The members of The Harrison Township Historical Society worked hard to realize their dream and have since established a national reputation for award-winning exhibitions and quality programs for school children, families and adults, centering on the rich cultural heritage of Harrison Township and southern New Jersey.

An extensive restoration of Old Town Hall was completed in 1996. This project was funded by a grant from the New Jersey Historic Trust and support from the Township of Harrison and private contributions.