Upper Saddle River Historical Society

Upper Saddle River Historical Society The Upper Saddle River Historical Society manages and restores the Hopper-Goetschius House Museum, circa 1739. Phone: 201-327-6470

Location: Lake St. & East Saddle River Road Upper Saddle River, NJ 07458 (across from Elmer's Country Store).

Come one come all to the USR Historical Society’s Holiday event! Today! December 7, 1-4 pm.
12/07/2025

Come one come all to the USR Historical Society’s Holiday event! Today! December 7, 1-4 pm.

This Sunday 12/7 from 1-4 pm - visit SANTA in the barn!Hear a reading of “THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS” & learn to spin th...
12/02/2025

This Sunday 12/7 from 1-4 pm - visit SANTA in the barn!

Hear a reading of “THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS” & learn to spin the dreidl.
Visit the PENNY CANDY STORE.
Taste CHESTNUTS roasted on the open fire and enjoy freshly POPPED CORN.
Visit the house all decorated for a VICTORIAN HOLIDAY and listen to Steve & Lizzie’s Victrola.
Enjoy COOKIES & MULLED CIDER in Kate’s kitchen.
View HISTORIC CRAFT demonstrations & maybe take a turn at spinning.

Historic photo of the Caffrey family on Lake Street
Admission:
FREE for USRHS members and kids 16 and under, Non-members $5

Come one come all, join us for the best of FALL! 🍁
10/18/2025

Come one come all, join us for the best of FALL! 🍁

Join the NW Bergen Historical Coalition for a fascinating lunch and lecture on George Washington and the Ramapo Pass Thu...
10/17/2025

Join the NW Bergen Historical Coalition for a fascinating lunch and lecture on George Washington and the Ramapo Pass Thursday, October 30, 11:30 AM -12:30 PM at ! Registration form can be found on our Events page, link in bio!

Join us for our annual Harvest Festival! Fun for all ages — fresh-pressed apple cider, old fashioned games, bbq, live mu...
10/11/2025

Join us for our annual Harvest Festival! Fun for all ages — fresh-pressed apple cider, old fashioned games, bbq, live music, crafts, face painting, and local history! Members get in free, adults 16&up $5 admission.

USR Garden Club 2025 Mum Sale!It’s officially fall! Add a pop of vibrant color to your home with beautiful mums from the...
09/24/2025

USR Garden Club 2025 Mum Sale!
It’s officially fall! Add a pop of vibrant color to your home with beautiful mums from the USR Garden Club’s annual mum sale. Last year, our mums were a huge hit, and we’re excited to bring you even more gorgeous options this season.
Get your orders in now to decorate your home for fall and support the USR Garden Club! Proceeds go to the annual Scholarship awards.
Last day to Order: Tuesday, September 30th
Pick-up will be at the Hopper House (245 Lake Street USR) : Thursday October 2 betweeen 10-4
Contact to order!

Tour our Farm Complex and 1739 House. Visit the Outkitchen, Dutch Barn and Tenant House.Special Craft DemonstrationsSee ...
08/31/2025

Tour our Farm Complex and 1739 House. Visit the Outkitchen, Dutch Barn and Tenant House.
Special Craft Demonstrations
See the weaver and lacemaker.
All buildings open with lots of new displays!
Contact us to arrange a private tour during the remainder of the year…

This Sunday from 1-4 pm is Fiber Arts day at the Hopper Goetschius House! Come see fiber crafters of all kinds demonstra...
08/08/2025

This Sunday from 1-4 pm is Fiber Arts day at the Hopper Goetschius House! Come see fiber crafters of all kinds demonstrate their handicrafts, from yarn spinning to natural dyeing, lace making, and more! Members and children under 16 are free, adults $5.

🍦 Summer Sundays at the Hopper Goetschius House! 🍨 July 27th 2:00 - 4:00 PMTry Some Homemade Ice Cream! The Museum will ...
07/26/2025

🍦 Summer Sundays at the Hopper Goetschius House! 🍨 July 27th 2:00 - 4:00 PM
Try Some Homemade Ice Cream! The Museum will be hand-cranking ice cream the old fashioned way. Come by and try it!
Tour our Farm Complex and 1739 House.
Visit the Dutch Barn and Tenant House. Special Craft Demonstrations: See the weaver, lacemaker and blacksmith shop.

Bring your Compost! The Hopper Goetschius Museum has a new compost center! Please bring down any of the items shown in t...
07/18/2025

Bring your Compost! The Hopper Goetschius Museum has a new compost center! Please bring down any of the items shown in the graphic.
Please DO NOT bring meat, bones, dairy, onions/garlic, greasy or fatty foods and no citrus fruits.
See you this Sunday for our next Summer Sunday from 2-4! Tour our Farm Complex and 1739 House. Try some popcorn in the Outkitchen.
Visit the Dutch Barn and Tenant House.
See the weaver and lacemaker. Gaspar will be demonstrating blacksmithing.

Address

363 E Saddle River Rd
Upper Saddle River, NJ
07458

Telephone

(201) 327-6470

Website

http://www.usrhistoricalsociety.org/events

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