The Ely House (c. 1850) features room displays on the first floor which
highlight the Society's extensive collection of furniture, textiles and
costumes. Several portraits by Marlatt, a noted mid-nineteenth century
Hightstown artist, are displayed on the walls. The Society bought the Ely
House in 1976, and renovations are ongoing.

The Freight Station is a large room that was added to the back of the Ely
house. It is an authentic freight station that once served the Camden &
Amboy Railroad that passed through the center of Hightstown. Now it is
used as a museum display room as well as a meeting room for the Society
and other local groups.  The library is at the north end of the Freight
Station.
This site is under construction. April 2008
The Ely House
& Freight Station
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