The mission of the Medford Historical Society is to research, preserve, and promote the general history of Medford NJ and Medford Historical Society holdings, making them available to the community, schools, and other organizations. Preserving Medford's Past... Connecting the Community Today The MHS is a non-profit organization that supports and promotes Medford, New Jersey's rich history, now for over 60 years . We invite you to take some time to look around our site, find out about us, our events and activities, and consider joining us! Explore Events Plan Your Visit HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMUNITY EVENTS VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES A GLIMPSE INTO MEDFORD'S HISTORY... EXPLORE OUR ARCHIVE VISIT OUR SITES The Blue Sign Project Kirby's Mill Restoration Mill Operation The Crosskeys One Room Schoolhouse The Haines/Tomlinson House Kirby's Mill What's Happening Apple Festival Sat, Oct 10 Kirby's Mill The 47th Annual Apple Festival returns October 10, 2026 (9 AM–4 PM, rain or shine) to the Historic Kirby’s Mill Complex with 120+ crafters, food, baked goods, apple cider, games, and family fun all day long! 🍎✨ Learn more Multiple Dates Open House at Cross Keys Schoolhouse Sun, Nov 01 Mill Street - Behind Memorial School Learn more Multiple Dates Open House at Kirby's Mill Sun, Nov 01 Mill Street - Behind Memorial School Experience Medford’s rich industrial history at Kirby’s Mill, where visitors can explore the museum, tour the historic mill, and see live milling demonstrations that bring the past to life. Learn more Multiple Dates Medford Historical Society Presents: 2026 Speaker Series Thu, Nov 05 Medford Friends Quaker Meeting The Medford Historical Society’s annual Speaker Series features four engaging talks throughout the year—in April, May, October, and November—each highlighting a different aspect of local and American history. Learn more Santa at the Schoolhouse Sat, Dec 05 Cross Keys Schoolhouse Santa is coming to the Schoolhouse! Step inside our historic one-room schoolhouse for one of our favorite holiday traditions. Warm cider, cookies and the glow of the pot-bellied stove set the scene for a visit with St. Nicholas. Learn more Haines-Tomlinson Holiday Open House Sat, Dec 05 Medford Historical Society - Haines-Toml Step inside for a little holiday history! While you’re enjoying the Dickens Festival, stop by the historic Haines-Tomlinson House for a festive evening open house. Learn more Charlie Zahm Concert Thu, Dec 10 Medford Friends Quaker Meeting Join the Medford Historical Society for a festive evening of live music in the historic Medford Friends Meeting House, featuring Charlie Zahm and a special holiday performance. Learn more Multiple Dates Open House at Kirby's Mill Sun, Oct 04 Mill Street - Behind Memorial School Experience Medford’s rich industrial history at Kirby’s Mill, where visitors can explore the museum, tour the historic mill, and see live milling demonstrations that bring the past to life. Learn more Load More BE A PART OF HISTORY VOLUNTEER Share your time and talents to support our mission BECOME A MEMBER Join a community that values history and heritage DONATE Your support helps preserve some of Medford's most historic landmarks for generations LEARN MORE JOIN TODAY GIVE TODAY

Medford Historical Society's Annual Apple Festival Apple Festival Apple Festival Apple Festival Saturday, October 10, 2026 9am - 4pm Rain or Shine The Annual Apple Festival returns each year to historic Kirby’s Mill in Medford for a day filled with fall flavors and community fun. Hosted by the Medford Historical Society and presented by Zallies Family Markets - ShopRite of Medford, the festival welcomes thousands of visitors to enjoy 120+ handmade crafters, delicious food, fresh apple cider, baked goods, famous apple butter, signature apple cider donuts made on-site, and specialty apple ice cream. Live music throughout the day makes this a memorable event for all ages. 🍎 We Have Reached Crafter & Vendor Capacity for 2026! Thank you to everyone who submitted an application for this year’s Apple Festival! We are incredibly grateful for the overwhelming interest and are excited to welcome our 2026 crafters and vendors — both returning and new — to Kirby’s Mill this October! Still interested in being a part of the Apple Festival? VOLUNTEER WITH US 2026 Apple Festival Sponsors Presenting Sponsor: Mill Complex Sponsor: Red Barn Sound Stage Sponsor: Open Spot! Fill Out the Sponsor Form Here "Harvest Helpers" Sponsor: Open Spot! Fill Out the Sponsor Form Here The Mill Picnic Food Court Brought to You by: Open Spot! Fill Out the Sponsor Form Here Makers Row on Stauts Way Sponsor: Open Spots! Fill Out the Sponsor Form Here Friends of the Blacksmith: Friends of the Waterwheel: Friends of the Farm Museum: Balloon Arch Donated by: Friends of the Crosskeys Schoolhouse: Friends of the Haines-Tomlinson House: Interested in becoming a 2026 Apple Festival Sponsor? Fill Out the Sponsor Form Here

Santa at the Schoolhouse Sat, Dec 05 Cross Keys Schoolhouse Learn more Haines-Tomlinson Holiday Open House Sat, Dec 05 Medford Historical Society - Haines-Toml Learn more Charlie Zahm Concert Thu, Dec 10 Medford Friends Quaker Meeting Learn more