384 Items
B001 A photograph from the first house with the Eller residence , number one at southeast corner to about the fifth house going west. Bare trees are shown.
B002 This photograph shows eleven Cranbury ball players , in uniform , at Helmetta , c.1910-1911. Taken on a front porch with manager and friends. Names included.
B003 This photograph is a portrait of the township attorney.
B004 A photograph showing a view from west to east , along Station Road , Cranbury , New Jersey from So.Main St. to last old house on right side. Taken from the air. No house is clearly identifiable.
B005 This photograph shows cornfields , taken from near ground level. A house is visible in the background.
B006 This photograph was taken from the northeast showing automobiles and trees along South Main St.
B007 This photograph shows two women's costumes on exhibit in parents' bedroom. The costumes are part of the Museum's collection.
B008 A photograph of a view of Garrett Voorhees House , 1834 , now Museum building , from the east , showing the complete side of building.
B009 This photograph is a Street scene , Cranbury , New Jersey. A view toward First Presbyterian Church , Cranbury , New Jersey from about 21 North Main St. Hitching posts along sidewalk with no curbs can be seen. All of the houses have porches.
B010 A photograph of American Mills Tea , Coffee & Spices Co. Nine men standing outside of main door of two story building can be seen along with a large sign along facade.
B011 A photograph showing the front of Garrett Voorhees House , 1834 , framed by two large bare trees.
B012 A photograph of Gazebo , located in Village Park which is used for social events. It is surrounded by small shrubs and flowers.
B013 This photograph shows a fall scene and a front view of facade showing door , up to and including tower.
B014 This photograph shows a view looking north from the lake. The view includes houses on both sides , automobiles and the Methodist Church. It is a Spring scene and trees are just budding.
B015 This photograph is a Street scene , Cranbury , New Jersey. It is looking south from 5 North Main St. The lake and bridge are on the left and the first house in Evans Tract is also visible. On the right side is a sign for Hutchinson's Christmas Tree Nursery.
B016 This photograph is a Street scene , Cranbury , New Jersey. It is looking north , on west side of North Main St. The view includes Cranbury Hardware to the Pharmacy. The Midlantic Bank sign is on right side. Many automobiles are also visible.
B017 A photograph of RFD carriers on Main St. Men can be seen including J.Pullen , Disbrow Bergen and Franklin Walker with their wagons and horses , and substitute , Selah Gulick. This photograph is from the Cranbury Press , March 17 , 1902.
B018 This photograph is a winter scene of a three story house with porch and pediment in roof of porch. There is a hedge around the house. Four columns support the roof.
B019 This photograph was taken along Westminster Pl. Summer , showing headstones. Trees are in full foliage.
B020 A photograph showing a close up of front and side of church as well as the tower from northwest corner. It is not a complete view of either side. A large tree at the corner is visible.
B021 This photograph shows a memorial to veterans of World Wars I and II. Names of men and women who served are carved in granite. Four small American flags are visible in front of the monument. It is an autumn day.
B022 This photograph depicts J.S.Silvers with three associates and three employees taken in an office. However , the photo is in poor condition and badly scratched.
B023 This photograph shows sixteen band members in uniform , with instruments. The season is Summer. This is a reproduction of a post card.
B024 A photograph depicting a Street scene , Cranbury , New Jersey , looking south from 37 North Main toward United Methodist Church. The trees are bare. All houses and shops on west side of street have porches.
B025 This photograph was taken from the front of Cemetery Road. Old stones are in view but cannot be clearly read.
B026 This photograph shows a view from the southeast corner. It shows the porch south side from front to back. A sign is included as well as a flag flying on a porch column.
B027 This photograph depicts a Street scene , Cranbury , New Jersey looking north on east side , formerly Monroe St.
B028 A photograph of a clock tower.
B029 This photograph shows a house built in 1881 by John Embley. Also visible is a five bay , central door , with four panels.
B030 A photograph of the church and front entrance of Parish House , taken from northwest corner.
B031 This photograph shows a facade of a building showing both wings including a clock tower.
B032 This photograph was taken from the sidewalk a few yards north of the dam. It includes a portion of the house at 1 S.Main St showing lawn and several tall trees.
B033 This photograph is of the entrance , showing double door , fan light , and balcony supported by two columns. It includes upper portion pediment and clock tower.
B034 This photograph shows Canadian geese on shore and swimming in Brainerd Lake. Geese arrive in mid-November and leave in early spring.
B035 This photograph shows thirteen Canadian geese , standing on grass at the edge of lake and swimming.
B036 This is a photograph of the Memorial Day Parade , 1982. Five servicemen can be seen marching together down Main St.
B037 A photograph showing the front and north side of two story white , clapboard house.
B038 This photograph depicts potato fields , as well as a farmhouse and Barn scene , Cranbury , New Jersey in the background.
B039 This photograph shows a view of Prospect Street looking south in late fall.
B040 This photograph shows a beech tree , very large , and old. Board and picked fence between neighboring properties is also visible.
B041 A photograph showing a view from the first house , right hand side from South Main St. toward Rte. 130. Because of trees , the architecture is obscured.
B042 This photograph shows the tombstone of John Story in Brainerd Cemetery , Cranbury , New Jersey. Mr. Story died April 1 , 1802 , at 56 years old.
B043 This photograph shows the tombstone of Barclay Robert in the Brainerd Cemetery , Cranbury , New Jersey. The date of death is not clear in this photograph.
B044 This photograph focuses on the old part of the cemetery where stones are dated in the early 18th and early 19th centuries.
B045 This photograph shows five bay across , two fluted columns support small porch , fan light and side lights , and three chimneys. The house moved from Applegate property , Station Rd. across Route 130.
B046 This is a photograph of the Memorial Day Parade , 1982. It shows a group of boys holding penants , following woman leader. They may be Cub Scouts.
B047 The photograph is of 21 S.Main St. View includes part of facade including porch and building from porch to rear entrance. Dark shadows , trees in full foliage.
B048 This photograph shows a facade from the northwest corner showing the south side , stained glass windows , windows over double doors , and tower. Rose window is not shown.
B049 A photograph of the organist for First Presbyterian Church , Cranbury , New Jersey , also secretary to President Woodrow Wilson , later organist at Church of the Pilgrims (Presbyterian) Washington. 1929-1976.
B050d This photograph shows William Carson's house , originally Carson's Hotel , later American Hotel. It was located on Main St. across from the United Methodist Church but later moved to Scott Ave and became an apartment house.
B051 This is a photograph of Odd Fellows Hall. Built 1889 , this hall was used for medicine shows , wild west movies , election caucuses and stage shows , and as shops. Post office 1910-1971.
B052 This photograph is of the Gazebo in Village Park , dedicated July 4 , 1979 , as center for concerts , speakers , meetings , and other outdoor programs. It is located at the edge of Brainerd Lake.
B053 This is a photograph of 39 Cranbury Neck Road.
B055 This photograph is of fifteen band members in uniform , holding their instruments. It is a reproduction.
B056 A photograph of the upper portion of the church taken from the northeast corner. The feature of the photograph is the intersections of the angles of upper corners of column , roof , pediment , and tower.
B057 This photograph depicts local manufacturer , Consolidated Models 1939 and Beta Crafts. A township Committee member from 1984-1986.
B058 A photograph of the water tower Located near Midlantic Bank.
B059 This photograph was taken from School St. with view of main door and central portion , including tower. The school is framed by two large trees in full foliage.
B060 This photograph depicts a view from School St. showing main facade. Parts of five trees are partially in the frame , and hide part of school. The tower hardly visible.
B061(1) A photograph of a sign located at North Main St. It reads
B062 This photograph shows nine players and their coach. Five men are in uniform and the names of players in the group are included. The photograph was taken at Cranbury School.
B063 A photograph of Main St. from School House Lane south. Trees obscure house architecture.
B064 A photograph of Maplewood Ave. from near lake toward Route 130. Some parts of near house are fairly clear.
B065 This photograph shows a view from South Main St. Only the house at corner shows some detail. Row of large bare trees shields details of houses.
B066 This photograph shows a view of North Main St. from near Bunker Hill north. Houses are obscured by large , bare trees.
B067 A photograph of trees in bloom , benches , and War Monument that contains names of WWI and WWII service people. Hedge surrounds this small park.
B068 This photograph shows eighteen musicians in uniform , with instruments. It was taken in front of Old Tennant Church.
B069 A photograph of a bronze marker , "Bank Plantings in Memory of Veterans of Armed Forces World Wars I and II." There follows names of twenty-one Cranbury donors.
B070 This photograph was taken close to Memorial Stone that contains names of veterans of World Wars I and II , dedicated in 1949. Seven small flags at base of memorial.
B071 This photograph shows the Cranbury Historical & Preservation Society Sign: "Mill Site: 1736-1921. "This is the location of the Grist Mill."
B072 This is a clear photograph of the Inn taken on a sunny day. It is a view from the porch to the back entrance. A flag flying on the front porch can be seen. There is also a large sign in the ground surrounded by small shrubs.
B073 This photograph was taken from the Cranbury Inn toward Evans Drive. Dining Room section is clearly visible , as is the next house. However , other houses are obscured by trees.
B074 A photograph of Teddy's Luncheonette. This has long been a restaurant under many different owners.
B075 This photograph is a winter snapshot , very clear , showing a full view from southeast focus point. The scene shows winter trees against a blue sky and there is snow on the ground.
B076 This photograph shows a fire Alarm , a ring of iron , hung in a wooden frame. The alarm was struck to sound the alarm and stands next to the National Register Sign.
B077 This photograph shows the Ice House , Cranbury , New Jersey was located very near 2 Evans Drive. A woman in a long skirt is about to walk over the bridge from North to South. The trees are empty of foliage.
B078 This is a photograph looking north from the south side of lake. Several homes str in clear focus and there are ducks in the forefront.
B079 This photograph shows quilts , exhibited by Barbara Pevahouse , designer and quilt maker. There is a Quilt frame in Wing and demonstrations are given on quilt making and related arts.
B080 A photograph of the Memorial Day Parade. Mayor Thomas Weidner is shown being driven in convertible auto followed by three service men and flags.
B081 A photograph of the Memorial Day Parade taken in front of the Bookworm Shop. There are two women mounted on horses , followed by floats.
B082 A photograph of 11 North Main Street , Cranbury , New Jersey
B083 South Main Street in full fall foliage.
B084 This photograph shows a fire truck , horse drawn water pump , in Memorial Day Parade at corner of Park Place and North Main Street , Cranbury , New Jersey; the Cranbury Bookworm in view.
B085 A photograph of a fire truck.
B086 This photograph shows Alvin Updike's barn , on the south side of Cranbury Neck Road near the intersection with South Main St. It was demolished in April 1991.
B087 A photograph taken on Memorial Day. It shows town residents gathered along Main St waiting for the Parade.
B088 This photograph depicts a Street scene , Cranbury , New Jersey at the intersection of Park Place to the left. It also shows an expanse of the street but no houses are clear enough to describe.
B089 This photograph depicts a Street scene , Cranbury , New Jersey , however the architecture is not sufficiently clear to note. The water tower is in view and the trees bare.
B090 A photograph of the cemetery for the Second Presbyterian Church.
B091 GET IDENTITY OF HOUSES
B092 This photograph shows a full front view from the base of the center two columns to almost the top of the tower. The upper portion is framed by branches of trees and is very clear.
B093 WHERE IS THIS NOT CLEAR UNDER EXPOSED. RETAIN???????
B094 This photograph depicts a Street scene , Cranbury , New Jersey of a small section of this street and includes a very small portion of the church.
B095 A photograph with a view from North Main looking toward O'Neil's store , 79 North Main St. near Bunker Hill. The trees are bare.
B096 This photograph is of Plainsboro Corner. One house is in clear view and the trees are bare. There is a mail box on the corner.
B097 A photograph of the upper portion of a school facade , showing the clock and tower.
B098 This photograph depicts a Street scene , Cranbury , New Jersey. No houses or other buildings are in clear view. One truck and two automobiles are visible on the street. There is very little foliage on the trees.
B099 A photograph showing North Main St. from near Bunker Hill towards Plainsboro Road. It is difficult to determine the architecture. The trees are bare.
B100d This is a drawing of a two story building with a small addition on the right , a small tower. The building was located close by the original First Presbterian Church and was in existence in 1822.
B100d Three large windows. Church surrounded by picket fence. Shows school to south and horse sheds.
B101 This is a line drawing of a front view of the old school , done in pen and ink. The artist is Clara Amend.
B102d This is a line drawing of the Cranbury Inn , with a flag on the porch. Constructed in 1780 as private dwelling , it was converted to a tavern/hotel in 1808 and later became the Cranbury Inn in 1920.
B103d(1) This is a line drawing of the United Methodist Church in a full front view. The cornerstone was laid in 1848. The Rose window not yet in place.
B104d This is a photograph of the First Presbyterian Church , Cranbury , New Jersey , erected in 1839 , using part of the foundations and lumber of the 1788 structure. This is a full front view line drawing.
B105d This photograph shows children skating on the lake , sketched from Cranbury bridge , facing the Rte. 130 bridge. It is second in a series by local artist Jane Zingg Huff.
B106d This is a drawing with Hobby Barn , a craft consignment shop , as a the prominent subject. The drawing also includes private businesses adjacent , and a shop on the corner of Main St. and the Dandeline Shop.
B107d This is a drawing of Cranbury Brook from Main St. , looking west. Snow covers the shrubs and trees and snow and ice is also visible on the surface of the brook. There is a soft contrast between dark and light.
B108d(1) A photograph of Harold O'Neil's Store next to his home at 77 North Main Street , Cranbury , New Jersey Originally owned by his parents , and remained in business till 1990. It sold magazines , penny candy , tobacco , ice cream , etc.
B109d This photograph is of the Brainerd Institute , built as a high school where students could be trained for college. It later became a Home for Feeble Minded , and finally became an apartment house.
B110d(1) This is a drawing of the old school. It is a complete front view with trees in the forefront , covered with snow. A wreath can be seen over the door near the clock tower.
B111d(1) This is a close-up drawing of the gazebo in winter. It has soft brown tones and a wreath at the entrance. There is a small child standing in the snow nearby.
B112d This photograph shows snow covering trees , shrubs , and the roof of a house. The nearby frozen lake is snow covered. There is an adult pulling a child on a sled and there is a wreath on the sled.
B113d This drawing is of an iron rail and iron street light at South Main St. It can be seen that snow covers trees and homes in the neighborhood and the enbankment supporting stair rail. Also visible are cardinals and a wreath.
B114d This photograph shows a sign with the inscription , "1697 Village of Cranbury , Here David Brainered Labored with the Indians" , located at both ends of Main Street.
B115d A photograph of the front view of a two story home , brick , painted white. Snow covers the shrubs and stairs and there is a wreath on the door.
B116d This photograph shows the home built by J.S. Silvers in 1896. The house is covered by snow , but the architectural details are clear. A green wreath hangs in the port-cochere and a Christmas tree stands in the bay windows.
B117d This is a drawing of the Society's first Museum , located at 15 S.Main Street. The Society outgrew this small building and zoning laws necessitated moving to larger quarters.
B118d This photograph shows the childhood home of an artist , at the corner of So. Main and Station Road , Cranbury , New Jersey. The house is three stories and has a wraparound porch. Also visible is a woman pulling a child on a sled. c , 1890.
B119d A drawing depicting a Street scene , Cranbury , New Jersey in a panorama view from Automobile Restoration Shop to one house north of Cranbury Hardware Store. Snow covers the auto shop and the street. Also visible is a parent with a small child.
B120 82 North Main Street. Front portarit of a house with Christmas wreath. Labeled "Historic Cranbury."
B121d This is a drawing of a frame structure. It is a pencil drawing of five bays and two columns which support a small porch roof. The drawing also shows stairs from the sidewalk to the street. It is a winter scene and the door has a wreath.
B122 Postcard sketch of a house with trees and lampost
B123d This is a photograph of a white , three story house , with a pediment in the roof and has an arched dormer with two chimneys. There are three bay windows on the right. There is a wreath on the double doors and the porch is supported by four columns.
B124d This card was created to honor Cranbury's designation as a National Historic District. It is a reproduction of s 1920's postcard of boats on the lake. It includes houses along the north edge of the Lake.
B125 This photograph shows Anne Berger , daughter Jenny Berger , and Ruth Semlak attending a costume party celebrating the Cranbury Inn.
B126 This photograph shows a baby , 6 months old , in a large chair wearing a long gown with multiple tiny tucks around the hem with long sleeves and yoke with lace.
B127 A photograph of a group of men , some with drums , some possibly workers , gathered at the rear of the school. There is also a two-wheel cart visible. The photograph has been torn and stuck together.
B128 This photograph depicts a full front view from the middle of Main Street. The house is sand color stucco with white paint. There is a pediment type dormer in the roof of the second story. Park trees are visible at the side.
B129 This photograph shows a duck with her brood swimming in the lake. It is a striking picture in its dark toned , minimal effect. Ducklings are close together while mother duck is watching closely.
B130 This is a portrait , oval style. The subject , Edward Appleget , has a heavy mustache , narrow lapel jacket , and round pin in lapel. He was the son of Wm. S. Appelget. Five family names are on the reverse.
B131 This photograph is of a small building located near 2 Evans Drive. The photograph was taken in fall from a nearby bridge and is focused to include lake on Rte. 25(130).
B132 This is a photograph taken from the street and includes the back of one bench , bridge , and house at 1 S.Main Street. The edge of the lake is clear as it meets shore.
B133 This is a photograph taken from the edge of the bridge , focusing on 2 Evans drive. This house is mirrored by the lake.
B134 This photograph shows Monte Hagerty showing a pointsettia to a customer , Jim Torsiello , in Hagerty's Greenhouses.
B135 A photograph of sixteen women , mostly wearing long white dresses , hats , and a few wearing skirts and blouses. There are three bottles on a block in the center front , with ladies drinking from the bottles.
B136 This photograph is of a Sunday School primary class. Mrs. Ella Stults is the teacher , with assistants , and about forty-five children.
B137 A photograph of sixteen musicians , with instruments in park-like setting.
B138 This photograph is of musicians presenting a concert. It shows a close up of a building and musicians with the water tower in the background.
B139 A photograph from Memorial Day. Hightstown High students are shown carrying flags and walking towards the camera.
B140 This photograph is not a very clear picture of the Cranbury Museum sign on a pole at corner of the building.
B141 This photograph shows pleasure boats on the lake as seen from the south side of lake.
B142 This photograph shows skaters on the lake with ice but no snow as seen from the bridge.
B143 This photograph is from Memorial Day and was taken from Park Place and Main Street.
B144 A photograph of a Life-Saver Ring , white with rope attached , that was kept tied to bridge for emergency use on Lake Brainerd.
B145 A photograph of a subject about seven years old dressed in pleated skirt , jacket with white collar and large bow , white cuffs , vest , and high shoes.
B146 This photograph is an oval portrait of a woman in a dark gown , head to waist , lace colar and jabot with her hair done up.
B147 This is a reproduction of a postcard , entitled , "Cranbury Cranbury firemen in Action." Not clear if the photograph is of a parade or fire. There are two horses with a driver and ladder wagon also shown.
B148 This photograph is of 6 Bunker Hill. A school operated in the building from 1850-1897 and it has again become a family home. It is two stories with a porch supported by narrow square columns and three bay across.
B149 A photograph of a drummer beating a large drum leading a long line of old automobiles down Main St.
B150 This photograph shows a view of the south side of church , including the tower. It was taken from between the stone entrance to the Cemetery. It is a sunny day and very clear.
B151 Pigeon sitting on the crown molding of a building. From Cranbury Press "Lifestyles."
B152 A photograph of the Middlesex Creamery , Cranbury , New Jersey. This building was built in 1896 , located approximately where the Gazebo is located. It is a large building , with cupola , two men in view , light carriage and horse nearby. A barn is adjacent.
B154 This photograph was taken after a snowstorm was over. Horses , carriages , plow , electric wires , trees , and streets , heavily covered with snow.
B155 This photograph is of Jim Phares , driver for Silvers Bros. , driving three horses and a wagon piled high down Main Street. Phares was the main driver for carrying spices throughout southern New Jersey.
B156 This photograph is of Bill Spraul , a long time resident and caretaker of Memorial Park and Gristmiller's House.
B157 This photograph is of the small shop connected to the home O'Neil's family home that they also ran. Harold O'Neil assumed management around the 1950s.
B158 This photograph shows the interior of the store and refrigeration cases. This shop was a gathering place for young people. It sold ice cream , candy , soda , newspapers , cigarettes , dairy products , etc.
B159 A photograph of a sign hung near the red Texaco gasoline pump on sidewalk in front of the store. This store was a very popular meeting place for young people.
B160 This photograph shows a front view of the store , connected to the house , and Breyer's sign. Harold O'Neil's family had a small store since the 1920's. It was a favorite meeting place of young people.
B161 This photograph shows a building built in 1920 by Raymond Wycoff. The photograph was taken from the bridge on a winter day. A portion of the lake is in view , reflecting the house and trees.
B162 A photograph of the Alvin Updike barn on Cranbury Neck Road.
B163 This photograph shows a First Aid & Rescue Squad medical vehicle and firetrucks in view driving north on Main Street.
B164 A photograph of school teacher and principal , Ella Duncan. She was the daughter of John Davis and wife of Amzie Duncan. She is wearing a two piece dark dress , some beading , and a high neck.
B165 This photograph shows a portion of the facade of the old school. The "Township of Cranbury" sign indicates which offices are used by the Township.
B166 A photograph of a Museum docent , Helen Lee , working in the kitchen discussing the stove and cooking utensils. Mrs. Lee is a local artist.
B167 This photograph shows pointsettias being grown for the Hagerty Christmas Display and for commerce. Hundreds of visitors and buyers come to see the large collection.
B168 This photograph shows a rear view of the school , showing both wings , boys and girls , entrances.
B169 A photograph with a view from the corner of the sanctuary. A hedge hides the lower part of tombstones , making a framework for stones.
B170 This photograph shows Alan Danser , mayor , offering congratulations to Arthur Romweber upon his retirement as Township Clerk.
B171 This photograph is a two-story building with a high peaked roof and dormers on each side of peak. There is an dddition to each side. The right side addition includes a one-car garage. This photograph is from the House Tour in 1982.
B172 A photograph of a train in the station. Harvey Dey's coach-wagon is by the Station House. People are seen on the tracks about to board the train. There is a high bridge in the background.
B173 This photograph shows Mr. Nelson Petty standing in front of his Harness Shop , located between 66 & 68 N.Main Street.
B174 A photograph of a long wooden bridge across the lake at Main Street. The gristmill and gristmiller's house is in view and reflections are visible on the lake.
B175 This photograph shows several small boats rowing on the lake. The Creamery , Cranbury , New Jersey is in view on the left bank , and the Ice House , Cranbury , New Jersey is in view on the right bank.
B176 This photograph shows the hand held sign , "Angels on Horseback , 4-H Club" carried by four girls , followed by girls on horseback as they approach the Bookworm Book Store.
B177 A photograph of the Grain and Feed Co , located on the railroad line in Cranbury Station.
B178 A photograph of the American Hotel , located at the corner of Main Street and Scott Avenue. It was originally located at 14 North Main Street. Many salesmen were guests and visitors on the large porch. The hotel later moved to Scott Ave.
B179 This is a dark-tone photograph , focussing on the architecture of the facade and tower of the First Presbyterian Church , Cranbury , New Jersey. There is a large tree in the front left.
B180 This photograph shows a view of the cemetery , including the stone entrance markers which are dated 1858 and 1916.
B181 This is a photograph of the center section of the school facade. The clock tower is not clear.
B182 A photograph with a view of the First Presbyterian Church , Cranbury , New Jersey from the northeast corner , Parish house included. There are several trees and many wires criss-cross the view.
B183 A photograph with a view of the Cranbury Museum from the southeast corner. Many wires criss-cross the view.
B184 This photograph shows an excellent view of Sara Hoffman's garden at the Cranbury Museum , 4 Park Place , including stone dedication marker , Weather scene , Cranbury , New Jerseyvane and details of dial base. It was a gift honoring Sara Hoffman's retirement , 1985.
B185 This photograph is a Street scene , Cranbury , New Jersey of Maplewood Ave , looking north. Only one house in the photo is very clear.
B186 A photograph of the subject in a greenhouse holding a large pot of white poinsettia. An annual event is the mammoth display of various species of poinsettias.
B187 This photograph shows a barn and farmhouse on farmland , somewhat stark and bare.
B188 A photograph of the home of Mahlon Thompsen , Funeral Director of A.S.Cole Co. from the House Tour , 1982. The house was built by Joshua Edwards , c.1835.
B189 A photograph of the Bandstand on Brainerd Lake , Cranbury , New Jersey built over the lake and connected to the sidewalk. It was razed in 1932.
B190 A photograph of Mrs. Ethel Mesner and Mr. Max Mesner. Mrs. Mesner was known for her many skills in several art forms , particulary home decoration , flower arranging , and table settings.
B191 1982 Memorial Day Parade , Main Street , in front of Cranbury Book Worm.
B192 This photograph is a front view of 96 N.Main St , including the staircase. There are large trees on each side of the center that obscure sides of this building.
B193 A photograph of the Lawrence High Band. At this time , Cranbury students attended this high school. Rain had fallen and their are puddles in the streets on a cloudy day.
B194 This photograph is of a Fire Alarm , a ring of iron. The ring is suspended from a wooden frame. In the nineteenth century , this alarm was struck to sound the fire alarm. This is the site of the early Grist Mill.
B195 A photograph of a stone fountain located by the Lake. It has has three units; one each for humans , horses , and dogs and cats. Established by the WCTU. Betty Wagner is in the photo.
B196 This is a small photograph , very clear , taken when the church had stained glass windows at each side of the double doors.
B197 This photograph shows a movable irrigation system used on potato crops. Large farmland is shown a with close-up of equipment.
B198 A line type photograph showing the irrigation system used to water potato crops in Cranbury.
B198 This photograph shows the irrigation system as used on potato crops. A large farm is shown with a man on a tractor in the forefront.
B200 This photograph shows a front view of the William Carson house , 1850 , taken at an angle that shows architectural details of seven columns and roof features. Three automobiles in the front obscure part of the view.
B201 A photograph of Carson's Tavern , 1850. The name was changed to the American Hotel , 1910 , also called Temperance Inn. It was originally located at the corner Main Street and Scott Avenue before it was moved to its present location. It is now an apartment house.
B202 Bird's Eye View postcard of Cranbury , New Jersey #2 of Cranbury , New Jersey
B203 This is a professional photograph of a boy , about ten-years-old , blond. He is wearing a woolen winter jacket , large bow tie , leather boots , with a sailor hat in his hand. It was taken in a studio.
B204 A photograph taken from Main street , shows full front view , cupola , flag and flag pole , and trees with shrubs at each side.
B205 This photograph was taken from the sidewalk , showing most of front of the Post Office.
B206 This photograph shows a Celebration Dinner held at the Cranbury Inn. It was a costume affair. Betty Wagner , Peg Travers , John Clayton , and Mary Pe are all present.
B207 This photograph shows a view from the middle of the street north of the United Methodist Church. Automobiles are in the street , trees are bare , and it is a cloudy day.
B209 Three women setting up produce at a farmer's market stand
B210 This photograph shows Barbara and Dietrich "Dee". The photo depicts Christmas at home , 49 South Main Street. Dee was on the Township Committee for several years. Barbara was a Museum Curator at the Cranbury Museum.
B211 A photograph showing the Brainerd Institute as it was in the 1920s , "The Larches. School for Retarded Mental Development." Trees are bare and the school is clearly depicted. It later became an apartment house.
B212 This photograph shows the central portion of the front of the old school. The school was no longer used as such after 1969. The township now rents the space , and repairs were made in the 1970s by Cranbury Landmarks.
B213 A photograph of seventeen musicians , in uniform , and holding instruments. Names of the men included on the photograph.
B214 This photograph shows eight relaxed men in a corn field. They are wearing white shirts and straw hats.
B215 This is a photograph of Helen Lee , a Cranbury artist. Her home is on Symmes Ct. She is shown painting in her studio.
B216 A room with 11 women and 1 man
B218 A photograph of Maplewood Ave , south to north , showing homes on the east side of street. There are bare trees visible.
B219 This is greeting card that the Bencze Family sent out to friends and family. There are six children dressed for outdoors , singing Christmas carols , while sitting in a sleigh , close to a Christmas tree.
B220 This photograph depicts Main Street from 10 North Main to the United Methodist Church. Trees are bare.
B221 A photograph from Memorial Day. It shows people milling about near the market and pharmacy. A float can be seen in distance.
B222 This photograph shows children and parents , general public , gathered on North Main Street , waiting for the Memorial Day parade to start.
B224 A photograph of the Firehouse , Cranbury , New Jersey. From the angle of this photo , much of the architectural detail can be clearly seen. One bay door is open.
B225 This photograph shows owners of a shoe making/repair and dry cleaning shop. It was located in the barn before the Firehouse , Cranbury , New Jersey was built. It later moved across from the bank.
B227(1) A photograph of the North School that functioned from 1850-1896.
B228 This photograph shows a clock , under repair and reconditioning when building was restored prior to State and National Register Designation , 1979. The old school was built in 1896. William Walker is the builder.
B230 A photograph of Jackie Bencze and Gertrude Gauntt , two long time members of the Society.
B231 A photograph of Karen Pape and Halchen Zingg , Woman's Club members , and Alma Stults Cranbury Woman's Club.
B232 A photograph of Sara Hoffman co-founder and curator of the Historical and Preservation Society.
B233 A photograph of Larry Bencze standing near the door of his small business truck.
B234 This Street scene , Cranbury , New Jersey was taken in the fall season. Only one automobile can be clearly seen in front of a double family house. Trees are nearly leafless.
B235 This photograph shows a doll exhibit. Two 19th century dolls are sitting in a doll's clothing trunk. Both are in beautiful condition , wearing fashionable hats.
B240 This photograph shows the subject in a docent costume in the museum parlor , signing guests into a log book.
B241 This photograph shows the subject , John Barlow , seated in a buggy drawn by horse with fiancee , in front of Prospect St. Barlow home.
B242 This photograph shows the subject , Emma Romweber , holding a bouquet of roses.
B243 A photograph of an autumn view of Lake Brainerd from the south end at 1 South Main Street.
B243 A photograph of Gerald H. Miller as a young doctor.
B244 A photograph with a view of the bridge and dam from the water.
B245 This is a photograph of people figure skating on Lake Brainerd with 2 Evans Dr. house in the background.
B246 A photograph showing Canadian geese on Lake Brainerd.
B247 This photograph is a portrait of Larry Bencze in the truck business and as a landscape architect.
B248 This photograph is a portrait of the president of Midlantic Bank in Cranbury , Gerald F. Metzheiser.
B249 A photograph of John W. Frazier (with mustache) seated in a Cadillac with his wife , Ella Groves-Frazier , and two unknown persons. The building of 82 N.Main Street is in the background.
B251 This photograph shows the subject , Laura Danser , on a pony at the Middlesex County Horse show in Johnson Park , New Brunswick.
B252 A photograph of the decorative porch light at 97 North Main Street.
B253 A photograph of two residents of 55 North Main Street , Cranbury , New Jersey , Bob and Evie Norland , hosts for the 1996 Garden Tour.
B254 A photograph of the side yard of the Cranbury Museum during the 1996 Garden Tour.
B255 A photograph of Betty D'agostino , a hostess at the 1995 House Tour at 3 Park Place , the home of Don and Martine Elefson.
B256 This photograph shows a view of house at 2 Evans Drive.
B257 A photograph of 24 Maplewood Avenue , the home of Donald Owens.
B258 A photograph with a southwest view of 158 North Main Street , showing bare trees.
B258 A photograph with a southwest view of 158 North Main Street , showing bare trees.
B259 This photograph shows a front view of 1 North Main Street from the southeast corner.
B259 This photograph shows a front view of 1 North Main Street from the southeast corner.
B260 This photograph shows a partial front view of 1 North Main Street and includes a view of a barn and porte cochere.
B260 This photograph shows a partial front view of 1 North Main Street and includes a view of a barn and porte cochere.
B261 A photograph with a partial front view of 1 North Main Street.
B262 A photograph with a view of the porte cochere of 1 North Main Street , looking toward the lake.
B263 This photograph shows a front view of 1 North Main Street from a bench by the lake.
B264 This photograph shows a full front view of 1 North Main Street.
B265 A photograph showing the office of Susan Hagerty , Attorney , built in 1897 by the Dye family.
B266 This photograph shows the Lemuel Stults house , "The Pink House" , at the southeast corner of Main Street and Park Place.
B267 A photograph showing a full front view of 57 South Main Street.
B268 A photograph showing a full front view of 57 South Main Street.
B269 A photograph of the "Jones Bergen house" , built in the early 1800's on site of Dr. Hezeckia Stites' home.
B270 This photograph shows a house with a horse and buggy in front. An unknown man and woman are seated.
B271 This photograph shows a full front view of 53 South Main Street. An iron gate and fence are visible.
B272 This photograph shows a southwest view of the house at 53 South Main Street.
B273 A head and shoulders portrait of Albert Chamberline.
B274 A head and shoulders portrait of Emma Chamberline.
B275 This photograph shows Myrta Chamberline at about 5-years-old in a white dress.
B276 This photograph shows three children of Lewis and Lillie Chamberline. From left to right the children are Anna , David Farr , and Florence.
B277 This photograph shows a front view of 143 North Main Street and also shows outbuildings.
B278 This photograph shows a view from the northwest corner of 143 North Main Street.
B279 This photograph shows the front view of 143 North Main Street from the northwest corner. The "Village of Cranbury" sign is visible.
B283 This photograph shows the front door of 3 Westminster Place , c. 1840.
B284 This photograph is of 24 Maplewood Avenue , former home of Isaac Everitt.
B285 This photograph shows a view of 82 and 84 North Main Street with Barn scene , Cranbury , New Jersey in the rear of both properties.
B286 A photograph showing a front view of 1 Prospect Street.
B287 This photograph shows a view of the parsonage from Main Street to the front of a home with 8 unidentified figures. This is now 65 North Main Street.
B288 A photograph with a vertical view of part of the wooden crib dam , revealed during sewer reconstruction.
B289 A photograph with a horizontal view of part of the wooden crib dam , revealed during sewer reconstruction.
B290 A photograph with a horizontal view of part of the wooden crib dam , revealed during sewer reconstruction.
B291 A photograph with a close-up view of timbers in the wooden crib dam , revealed during sewer reconstruction.
B292 A photograph with a horizontal view of part of the wooden crib dam , revealed during sewer reconstruction.
B293 A photograph with a horizontal view of part of the wooden crib dam , revealed during sewer reconstruction.
B294 This photograph is of Barbara Pevahouse. She is a quilter , nurse , and resident , seen here at a quilt exhibit in the Cranbury Museum.
B295 A photograph of the front of the house at 10 Park Place.
B296 This photograph is a portrait of George Harder.
B297 This photograph shows the subject , Gertrude Harder-Danser as a young women seated on the arm of a chair.
B298 This photograph shows the first church chapel , southeast corner. Also visisble are a row of women on a balcony and downstair there are tables set with flowers and china tea.
B300 A photograph of Charles Everingham who served in the Civil War. He was the grandfather to Gertrude Harder Danser , b.1843 , d. 1923.
B301 This photograph shows the Silver Bros. Co. building with the sign , "American Mills , Tea , Coffee" with Jim Phares driving a team wagon also in the picture.
B302 A photograph of the robed choir of the Untied Methodist Church.
B304 A photograph of the subject , Fred Hoffman , in WWI uniform and outfitted as a drummer.
B305 A photograph of a party at Caffey's Lock , Ontario. From left to right , Fred Hoffman , Ray Simmons , Clendon Danser , Clarence Perrine , Les Perrine , and Arthur Burroughs are pictured.
B306 This photograph shows a view of the front and south side of 6 North Main Street , showing a doctor's office door. The building was built between 1790-1810.
B307 This photograph shows a full front view of 6 North Main Street. It shows the line of the old porch , which had been removed removed , on a brick line , built 1790.
B308 A photograph with a view of a house built in 1840 by Ralph C. Stults. In 1867 he was a parsonage of the Methodist church.
B309 This photograph shows a front view in winter of the United Methodist Church.
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