Celebrating South River's 300th Anniversary

11/27/2021

The Time Capsule exhibit is up! There are more than 150 items. It's not complete yet, but we thought it was ready for you to take a look. https://hub.catalogit.app/4635/folder/7c90db40-20aa-11ec-808f-f7d507eabb18

10/29/2021

Here's an update about the items from the time capsule.

The time capsule exhibit has finally made it the library! Check out the large display case on the main floor. This is just one small piece of it.

09/29/2021

More on the time capsule.

SOUTH RIVER – In 1970, South River celebrated its 250th anniversary. To commemorate that milestone, a time capsule was filled and buried with more than 50 items that represented the people of South River. The goal was that in 50 years, the capsule would be reopened in April of 2020 for the 300th a...

09/29/2021

The time capsule is front page news again today. There are a few pictures included in the article.

An array of items was removed with help from honorary assistants representing different local organizations and religious congregations.

09/29/2021

More from the time capsule.

09/28/2021

For those wondering about the contents of the time capsule.

09/25/2021

We made the front page of the Home News Tribune today.

Susan Loyer MyCentralJersey.com USA TODAY NETWORK – NEW JERSEY SOUTH

09/13/2021

Coming soon!

08/17/2021

The opening of the 1970 time capsule is being planned for Sunday, September 26, 2021 (pandemic permitting). Details will be announced when they become available.

11/08/2020

More South River history.

A brief video detailing some of the history of ships, shipping, and the shipyard at South River, New Jersey.