The Mount Tabor Historical Society is a 501c3 nonprofit organization whose purpose is to preserve and restore the Victorian heritage of Mount Tabor, NJ, to increase community awareness and participation in planning for the future, in harmony with its past. Formed in 1990 when several community-minded citizens organized to assemble a slide show, which became the video “Mount Tabor: Then and Now,” the all-volunteer organization is active in the community hosting educational activities, speakers, and programs for the public.
The Mount Tabor Historical Society is a proud steward of the Richardson History House, a camp meeting cottage museum open to the public on the second Sunday of every month from 12 to 4 pm and by appointment. Funding for the restoration of the Richardson History House has been received from the Morris County Historic Preservation Fund, an operating expenses grant provided by the Morris County Heritage Commission, and proceeds from MTHS fundraisers such as our annual historic house tour and many individual donors.
Over the years the Society has developed a growing collection of historic documents, photographs, postcards and memorabilia. The Society sought and received the honor of placing the Mount Tabor Historic District on the State and National Registers of Historic Places
Our collection is the result of generous gifts from friends and members. New donations to our collection are welcomed as an excellent way to ensure the long-term preservation of items of historical interest. All donations are tax deductible.
Our mission is to restore and preserve the Victorian heritage of Mount Tabor and its roots as a Methodist camp meeting and to increase community awareness and participation in planning for the future, in harmony with our past.
Supporting Our Community
In addition to providing educational programs and house tours, the Mount Tabor Historical Society has made many fine contributions to the community.
Mt. Tabor installed lamp posts in Trinity Park, a central focal point of the community. The lamp posts were dedicated on September 26, 2004.
The project began in March of 2001 in response to a need for improved lighting of pathways in Trinity Park. The Mt. Tabor Historical Society and Beautification Committee of the Camp Meeting Association undertook the project to select appropriate fixtures for the 19th century park, which is surrounded by Victorian cottages, public buildings, and the Tabernacle. The joint committee decided on 10 lamp posts of a design similar in appearance to that of lamp posts (then lit by oil) seen in photographs of the park from the end of the 19th century. We hope that they will help recapture an earlier feeling of the area.
The funds for the fixtures were provided by donations from individuals and organizations, and their contributions are acknowledged by plaques affixed to each post. The additional costs of installation were shared by the Historical Society and Camp Meeting Association.
At one time, Mount Tabor was graced by an impressive welcoming sign which arched above the walking path at the main entrance at the base of the hill, where Dickerson Road intersects with Route 53. Unfortunately, this piece of our past had not survived to the present day.
A group of Mount Tabor residents, sponsored by the CMA’s Ad-hoc Beautification Committee, with support from the Historical Society, worked to replace the original wood sign with a wrought iron replica. The intent was to resurrect this example of Victorian architecture as part of an ongoing effort to restore the unique heritage of Mount Tabor. The fundraising campaign welcomed donations from residents and friends of Mount Tabor who wanted to take part in the restoration project. The arch was completed and erected in June 2001.
The Mount Tabor Historical Society puts all program proceeds back into our community through beautification, educational, and restoration projects. Past projects include: Educational Programs, Production of Video, Placement of Fountain in Trinity Park, Gazebo Restoration, Refinishing of the Floor and Installation of Wall Sconces in the Tabernacle, Archival Grant to the CMA.
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