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Car & Craft Show Car & Craft Show Car & Craft Show Car & Craft Show May 17, 2026 11am - 4pm Rev up for a day of good ol’ family fun at historic Kirby’s Mill! Stroll the grounds and admire a showcase of classic cars while enjoying local crafts, food vendors, and shopping throughout the day. Medford Historical Society buildings will be open, including the Grist Mill, Blacksmith Shop, Barn, and museum spaces, with milling demonstrations bringing history to life. Spend the afternoon exploring, grabbing lunch, and soaking in the sights and sounds of vintage vehicles, working trades, and local history. Application Now Open for Crafters & Vendors! Apply Now Here! Looking to showcase your Classic Car? Register Here! Interested in being a Sponsor? Let Us Know

Become a Member Membership supports the preservation of Medford's historic landmarks, the care of our collections, and the programs that share local history with the community. As a volunteer-run organization, every membership directly makes this work possible. Become a Member Today Your Membership Helps Support: Maintain Kirby's Mill and historic village buildings Preserve the Cross Keys Schoolhouse Restore the Haines-Tomlinson House Expand the Digital Archive Present public programs and educational events Host beloved Community events such as the Annual Apple Festival, the Quilt Show, Santa at the Schoolhouse & more! Individual / Family Membership $40 Archival Partner Membership $250 History Partner Membership $100 Lifetime Membership $500 Membership is Open to Everyone of All Ages! You don't need to be a historian to join. Members include: Local Residents Families with Medford Roots History Enthusiasts Membership FAQ's Do I need to attend meetings if I become a member? No, you are not required to attend meetings. The Medford Historical Society does not hold routine general membership meetings. Many updates are shared through our Speaker Series programs and events, which members are welcome—but not required—to attend. What does my membership support? Membership helps maintain Kirby’s Mill and other historic buildings, preserve the Cross Keys Schoolhouse, support restoration of the Haines–Tomlinson House, expand the Digital Archive, and present educational programs for the community. Do I need a background in history to join? Not at all! Members include residents, families with Medford roots, history enthusiasts, and community supporters who simply want to help preserve local history. Are members automatically volunteers? No. Membership and volunteering are separate. Some members choose to volunteer, but many support the Society through membership alone. How often does the Society meet? Trustee meetings are held every other month. General Society updates are often shared during Speaker Series programs throughout the year. Can members become trustees? Yes. Trustees are elected in May each year, with appointments announced in June. Members interested in serving are encouraged to speak with a current trustee or chairholder to learn more. Where can I find upcoming programs and events? Upcoming Speaker Series programs and events are listed on the Events page of the website. Does membership include access to the archives? The Digital Archive is publicly available online and continues to grow through volunteer work and community contributions. Membership helps support its expansion. Can I donate historic materials or photographs? Yes. Many items in our collection come from local residents. If you have materials related to Medford’s history, we welcome digital contributions while you retain possession of the originals. Donating Physical Items We welcome inquiries about donating books, furniture, photographs, and other historical materials related to Medford. Because our storage space is limited and our historic buildings are carefully furnished to reflect their history, all potential donations are reviewed before acceptance. If you are interested in donating an item, please email us with: A description of the item The approximate size and weight (if applicable) Photographs The connection to Medford, NJ and/or one of our historic properties Providing this information helps us determine whether the item can be incorporated into our collections or interpretive spaces. I’m researching my family or property. Can the Society help? We are happy to point researchers toward available resources in our Digital Archive and other materials that are currently accessible. Because the Medford Historical Society is a volunteer-run organization, we may ask non-members to consider making a small donation to support staff time and research assistance. While we do our best to help guide visitors toward relevant sources, we are not professional genealogists, archaeologists, or academic historians (most of us). Our collections primarily reflect the general history of Medford as a community, and we may not always have materials related to specific families or properties unless those items have been donated to the Society. Additional materials continue to be added to the Digital Archive as they are digitized by volunteers, so we encourage researchers to check back periodically. Tax Information The Medford Historical Society is a non-profit corporation in the State of New Jersey and is registered as a charity SIC #5006-04935. Our Federal Tax Exempt Number is 22-1911164. We are exempt from Federal Income Tax under Section 501 © (3) of the Internal Revenue Code dated 12/7 /71. Donors may deduct contributions to the Medford Historical Society as provided in Section 170 of the Code. Bequests, legacies, devises, transfers or gifts to the Medford Historical Society are deductible for Federal estate and gift tax purposes under Sections 2055, 2106 and 2522 of the Code.

Volunteer With Us! First name* Last name* Email* Phone* Are You a Member With the Medford Historical Society? Yes! No, I'm Just Interested in Volunteering No, But I am Interested in More Info On Becoming a Member Tell Us Where You're Interested in Volunteering! (you can select as many as you like)* Kirby's Mill (Milling & Museum) Kirby's Mill (Blacksmith) Archiving Cross Keys Schoolhouse Maintenance Cross Keys Schoolhouse Marm / Educational Programs Haines / Tomlinson House Restoration & Maintenance Event Days (Parking, Assistance, Logistics) Local History Presentations General Administrative Help Other Write a message Submit