Established in 1976, the Museum was created by a group of enthusiastic volunteers with the support of local governments.
Our museum is located in the 1882 Holy Innocents Episcopal Church. We are so grateful that our founders had the vision to purchase the church when it went up for sale in 1975.
The LBI Museum is a visit into Long Beach Island's past. A collection of archival material and displays bring the past into the present. Trained volunteer docents welcome and guide visitors through the museum. The vision is to be an inviting, informative, and educational resource that is recognized and respected as the place for exploring and celebrating the rich cultural heritage of Long Beach Island.
The "Baymen" represent a segment of people who were truly the backbone of the early development of LBI. Since they played such an integral part in developing the island, LBIHA salutes the Baymen and are honored to preserve one of their early cottages which reflects their simple lifestyle.
A volunteer received an email inquiring about the status of the "rusty Cutlass" on display at the Museum.
The Cutlass has been on display since it was given on permanent loan 30 years ago. Find out more here about this interesting find.
The Sign of the Whale Shop carries an array of merchandise curated to remember your LBI experience! We sell gift cards too!
The gift of an LBI Historical Association Museum Membership is a creative way to look forward to LBI times ahead, remind loved ones of great memories on LBI and give an experience that supports and honors the Museum dedicated to preserving the history of your favorite Island.
The LBI Museum is seasonal. We are typically open weekends in June, daily, 7 days a week in July and August and weekends only in September. At all other times we are open only by advance appointment for researchers or groups of 4 or more. Call 609-492-3988. You can also call our Admissions phone: 609-492-0700 for specific hours during the Summer season.
129 Engleside Avenue, Beach Haven, New Jersey 08008, United States
LBIHA has reserved parking for visitors with disabilities, a wheelchair lift, and accessible toilet and a wheelchair; and maintain these in good condition with appropriate signage. The wheelchair lift is located on the west side of the building; where reserved off-street parking is available; and where visitors with limited mobility can enter/exit the museum with a single lift.
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