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Henson Heritage & Training Center

Visit our website at: http://www.camdenshipyardmuseum.org

Henson Heritage & Training Center at Camden Shipyard & Maritime Museum equips young adults with accessible workforce development training in trade and life skills, helping them navigate a path toward meaningful work, while preserving a historic landmark.

06/02/2026

Did you hear the news? Our new online donation processor is now live! 🛠

"HHTC has been a stepping stone for me. I’m now in the second year of my apprenticeship with Piledrivers and Divers Local 474 in Philadelphia! Someday I hope to build an entire house from the ground up."
-Ba’Sil Bingham, Program Graduate

Help more students like Ba’Sil, and join us in Building Camden Together by making a gift today! https://bit.ly/hhtcdonate

05/27/2026

WE NEED A VAN! 🚐

Our program has been getting amazing opportunities to work on larger on-site construction projects, but we need transportation.

The Henson Center is in the market for a 12-passenger van to transport our students, preferrably at a discounted rate. This is an urgent request, please contact [email protected] if you have a lead. Thank you!

05/26/2026

What happens when you realize you have sheds to sell, but no way to deliver them? This was a problem we were faced with… and our students fixed it! 🛠️

(By the way, we sell custom sheds! DM us for more information!)

05/19/2026

Last week, the Vice President and Director of Corporate Giving and Financial Education for WSFS Bank, Bob Juliano, stopped by to present to students in Cohort 13. Bob has been committed to providing financial literacy seminars to our carpentry students for the past three years, and his kindness and generosity shine alongside his very real, very valuable lessons.

HHTC’s workforce development program is more than just working with tools. We are equipping our students with the skills they need to actually succeed in life, outside of just their occupation. We are so thankful to Bob for providing this resource to our program!

05/05/2026

A huge THANK YOU to the Subaru of America, Inc. Foundation for awarding HHTC a generous grant of $10,000! Partnerships like this make it possible for us to expand our program to equip more individuals with the skills they need in the workplace.

We are deeply grateful for the Subaru of America Foundation’s commitment to investing in organizations that strengthen our community. Thank you for believing in our mission and helping us build Camden, together!

04/28/2026

We're extremely proud to share this custom project! The idea came from a junior at UrbanPromise Academy, who wanted to support inclusive outdoor learning for all ages at UrbanPromise, right where the action was. HHTC was the perfect fit for the job!

Our latest cohort put their new carpentry skills to work by building custom quarter-round tables for UrbanPromise’s outdoor classroom. Designed for durability, the tables are made with treated lumber and smooth cement-board tops, making them perfect for outdoor use. Stay tuned to see the final result as students personalize our work!

We’re always ready to take any idea and make it happen, continuing the circle of community in Camden! 🛠️

04/21/2026

Hammer Away, But First Make Sure You're On Time. 🛠️ Thank you to TAPinto Camden for this article highlighting our program, staff, and volunteers!

“Instructor Cornelius “Con” Duffy doesn’t miss a beat when asked how many of his carpentry students have never touched a power tool before showing up to his class.

‘Mostly all of them.’”

Read more of this incredible review of our program here: https://bit.ly/4sleaf9

04/16/2026

Hats off to Cohort 12! After 10 weeks in our program, these students can now proudly add new carpentry skills to their resume and navigate themselves to a career in the trade world.

Join us in congratulating: Alannah, Janaisha, Aireonna, Christian, Alexander, Jamol, Lyayshia, and Lavar! 🥳

04/15/2026

Thanks to the Glen Foerd Foundation for allowing us to be part of their mission of providing inclusive experiences in the Philly community by commissioning HHTC to adapt one of our traditional program projects to accommodate more users!

Students in our current cohort worked together to build these incredible accessible garden boxes. These will be used at Glen Foerd for a gardening program. From the custom design to lining the boxes with landscaping fabric, take a look at our students Lavar and Janaisha showing off their amazing work!

04/07/2026

This week in 1909, , a craftsman, set foot on the North Pole! After years of failed attempts, Henson reached 90° North, marking himself as the first person of the Robert Peary expedition to reach the geographic North Pole. His perseverance and determination to complete his journey inspire all of our staff, volunteers, and students at Henson Heritage & Training Center!

While Peary initially received most of the credit and glory, Henson's role as a vital co-discoverer has been recognized in later years. 117 years later, HHTC was named to continue honoring Henson’s legacy and extraordinary efforts.

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1910 S Broadway
Camden, NJ
08104

Telephone

+18565417447

Website

http://www.hensonheritagetrainingcenter.org/, https://forms.gle/2grVEzVyEByEXXM87

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