Our Mission

The mission of the Pohatcong History & Heritage Society is to preserve and interpret the social, cultural, natural, and architectural history of Pohatcong Township in order to foster, among all Pohatcong residents and visitors, a deeper appreciation of the township's historical significance and to ensure a successful balance between future growth and the preservation of the township's historic integrity.

 Our Goals

To provide a comprehensive resource for researching properties, people, and events connected to Pohatcong.

To promote learning and dissemination of information through programs, brochures, internet, events, etc.

To affect growth and development so that it minimizes impact on the historical resources of the township and, if possible, contributes to the township's historical integrity.

To foster the preservation of historically significant properties throughout the township.

To learn from and build upon the efforts of other historically-minded groups.

To foster an all inclusive membership and to promote a sense of community and fellowship among both residents and visitors.

To facilitate the process of placing township properties on the Local, County, State and National Registers of Historic Places.