The Greater Elmer Area Historical Society’s monthly open house from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 10, will feature a book signing by Ralph H. Thomas, local author of “WWII: 50 Objects That Helped Win the War.” Copies will be available for purchase.
The historical society also will be giving away copies of its most recent historical booklet, which spotlights military history and veterans from Elmer, Pittsgrove and Upper Pittsgrove. In the museum, an exhibit of artifacts relating to local military history will be on display.
The event will be held indoors and outdoors, with masks and social distancing required. No more than 12 people may be in the museum at a time, but a tent will set up outside. Anyone who feels ill or is particularly vulnerable is advised to stay home or call to arrange for curbside pickup.
Located at 117 Broad St. in Elmer, the museum is free and open to the public. In addition to exhibits, the museum includes a research library with historic photographs, books and other items relating to the history of Elmer, Upper Pittsgrove and Pittsgrove .For more information about this program and other upcoming events, please visit the society’s Facebook page, call 609-670-0407 or email greaterelmerareahistory@gmail.com.
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