Museum Hours

Main Museum, 70 Court Street in Freehold: On the Edge of War: Monmouth Before the Revolution. Open Wed-Fri 1-4, and

on the 1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturdays of the month from 1-4

Covenhoven House: Fridays 1-4, 2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month from 1-4

Marlpit Hall and Taylor Butler House: Fri-Sun 1-4

Allen House is currently closed for renovations, reopening in 2026!

Free audio tours for adults (and kids!) available here for Covenhoven, Marlpit Hall and the Allen House!

Events

Current Exhibit
Wed - Fri 1 - 4 pm
1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturdays of the month

This exhibition presents a personal look at the lives and conditions of Monmouth’s men, women, and children in the decades leading up to the outbreak of the Revolutionary War.

July 4th at the Allen House
Friday, July 4th at 9 am
400 Sycamore Ave., Shrewsbury

Please join us to show your patriotic spirit for this time-honored tradition and celebration of our nation's independence! Program begins at 9 am and concludes around 10.

DONATE

The Allen House Restoration Project

The Allen House needs you! Please consider helping MCHA save an important piece of American history by donating to the Allen House restoration project. Your donation will be matched dollar for dollar. Thank you in advance for your generosity - we could not do everything we do without the care and dedication of the community!

The Elizabeth Van Cleaf Teaching Institute
From AI to Artifacts: Teaching History in the Age of ChatGPT

During this professional development institute, grades 6-12 educators will learn to curate primary sources & design lessons that develop students’ historical empathy with the appropriate use of AI technology. Discover the benefits, pitfalls, and teachable moments in using AI to supplement your classroom!

Many Thanks to Our Garden Party Supporters!

The 50th anniversary celebration of this MCHA tradition was a wonderful success thanks to all who donated to help us protect and preserve Monmouth County History. Click here to view the ad journal of our supporters.