Welcome to the Matawan Historical Society

Pride in Our Past & Present

Settled by a group of Scottish Presbyterians beginning in the 1680’s, Matawan was first called New Aberdeen, and then Mount Pleasant. Today, Matawan’s historic town core retains its appeal as a place to live, work, and shop.

Burrowes Mansion 300th Anniversary

Burrowes Mansion Raid 2023On June 3rd and June 4th 2023, the Matawan Historical Society held a historic event honoring the Burrowes Mansion and its 300 years of history.  The festivities included a reenactment of the 1778 Mansion raid by the British (see video here), a self-guided walking tour of the Matawan historic district, tours of the Mansion, and many other activities.  The anniversary was featured in the Asbury Park Press on June 3rd.

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We have had a good response so far for the Town Wide Yard Sale and with more registrations coming in, we are extending the deadline to Monday, April 29th.
The weather predicted for May 4th looks to be perfect for a yard sale. Register today by clicking this link -
tinyurl.com/4h9x83jj

Maps and listings will be posted by Wednesday, May 1st.
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