Bradley Beach Historical Society

BBHS was founded as a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization for the purpose of collecting and preserving local historical data and artifacts for the education and enjoyment of present and future generations.

Membership Renewals

2021

BBHS Membership Renewals

Dear BBHS Member:
As this strange long year races to a close, it is time to reinvest in the future of the Bradley Beach Historical Society & Museum. Renew your membership now to support the dedicated community that is so committed to preserving the rich history of our special little town.

Looking back, we did the Pandemic Pivot and offered an amazing array of engaging virtual programs. As a result, Bradley lovers have been reaching out across the miles as well as back in time to share stories, memorabilia, and artifacts.

Please renew today so we can do what we plan and much more.

Paul Neshamkin, President
Jayne Mackta, VP: Membership and Programs

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2021 Membership Renewals

As this strange long year races to a close, it is time to reinvest in the future of the Bradley Beach Historical Society & Museum. Renew your membership now to support the dedicated community that is so committed to preserving the rich history of our special...

Louisa May Alcott Wants You to Vote

In celebration of the 100th anniversary of the ratification of the 19th amendment, BBHS will present a look back at the role of beloved author Louisa May Alcott as a champion of suffrage.

Living History: Capture Life in the Time of Corona

BBHS invites you to chronicle a day in your life by sharing a page from your journal, sketch book or photo album that captures every day life in Bradley Beach during this unprecedented time.

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PLEASE NOTE

Important Update

In light of recent developments regarding the Coronavirus, the Bradley Beach Historical Society has postponed all events including the Salute to The Bradley Beach Police Department scheduled to open on March 24, 2020. The Bradley Beach Historical Museum will also be closed to the public until further notice.

Bradley Beach, NJ

Celebrating the heritage of Bradley Beach by keeping its history a part of daily life.

Welcome to the Bradley Beach Historical Society (BBHS) web site. Here you can find out about events (past and future) as well as exhibitions hosted at our Museum, which is located in the Carmen Biase Center, 719 Main Street next to Borough Hall. If you want to learn fascinating facts about our coastal town, you will be able to search through our collection as our online archives expand.

Our Story

Captain Kidd’s Treasure

The earliest accounts of Bradley Beach can be traced back to 1679 when it is said that Captain William Kidd anchored his vessel off Duck Creek, now known as Sylvan Lake. By 1927, Bradley Beach had become a popular resort town.

Explore

Learn about the history of Bradley Beach, how it got its name and how the BBHS is collecting and preserving local historical data and artifacts for future generations.

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Events

See what’s happening in and around Bradley Beach and add our events to your calendar. View photos and reviews of our past events.

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Love Stories

“Under the Boardwalk,
Over the Moon”
The history of Bradley is full of sweet, salty, and sentimental stories of young love.

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Gallery

See a visual history of New Jersey shore images; from vintage postcards to current day photos.

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Membership

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Join BBHS to ensure that all our cherished stories and those of early day-trippers, weekenders and seasonal residents are passed on to future generations.