Located in a 19 th century building which originally served as a Morris Canal locktender’s house, the Lake Hopatcong Historical Museum offers an engaging and informative look at the history of New Jersey’s largest lake.
Upcoming Events
One of the great days at Lake Hopatcong. Come view the beautiful boats at the historic and beautiful Lake Hopatcong Yacht Club. Open to all.
Always a special night at Lake Hopatcong!
Rain Date – July 9, 2022.
The Boating Regulations Commission will conduct their July 2022 meeting at Lake Hopatcong.
A look at Lake Hopatcong’s connection to the film industry – movies filmed at the lake as well as theatres that have made the lake area home. To be held at the beautifully restored Palace Theatre, home of The Growing Stage, The Children’s Theatre of NJ. Flyer to be forwarded to all museum members approximately 4 weeks before the event.
Part of the Lake Hopatcong Historical Museum’s dinner program series. Flyer to be forwarded to all museum members approximately 4 weeks before the event.
Part of the Lake Hopatcong Historical Museum’s dinner program series. Flyer to be forwarded to all museum members approximately 4 weeks before the event.
Hours of Operation
Spring 2022 Hours: Sunday, April 10, 1:00pm-4:00pm Sunday, April 24, 1:00pm-4:00pm Saturday, May 7, 2:00pm-4:00pm Saturday, May 21, 10:00am-4:00pm
Summer hours to be announced. Please contact us to set up a weekday appointment to visit the museum.
Please email us at LHHISTORY@att.net or telephone 973-398-2616 for research requests, gift shop questions, to schedule an appointment to visit the museum outside of public hours, or any other inquiries.