Lower Milford
Historical Society

....Places, People & Remembrances

Historical Society to Formally Organize

Formation of Lower Milford Historical Society Offers More Benefits

Since its inception in 2005, the Lower Milford Historical Society has been an informal group that met of the Lower Milford Township building monthly. Most endeavors were financed by individuals as needed. One of the prime purposes was to see whether there was sufficient interest to sustain this organization. The fact that our membership has been growing, and that we successfully have undertaken several projects attests to the commitment of the members to preserve the Township's history. At the September meeting, the consensus was to formally organize the Society into an unincorporated association. Among the perceived benefits are:

  • A formal process for maintaining leadership in the Society
  • A process for fund raising that would provide tax deductions for donors
  • An ability to obtain grants and corporate sponsorship for various projects
  • A basis to fund projects and events that would be of interest to members and the community at large
  • A better basis for establishing links with other Historical Societies

We are in the process of formally developing Articles of Association, By-laws and getting the required tax exemptions. If you have any suggestions about organizing, wish to run for the Board or Leadership positions, send us an email.

Welcome.....

Graduation at Limeport Stadium 1954

History Worth Preserving

Lower Milford Township has a rich history. It has been primarily a farming area. Because of its water resources it has supported a number of mills, the remnants of a few still exist today. It has a tradition of diverse religions as well as numerous schools in the Township. Even today, it still has a number of old homes, farms, hotels, and other historically significant features. It is a proud and interesting history that should be preserved.

Graduation at Limeport Stadium

Southern Lehigh held their graduation at Limeport Stadium for many years. This photo was from the 1954 graduation. We would like to collect pictures, stories, and other items for a poster at the Township Building as well as a DVD video we are making. Please email us if you can donate anything. All items will be scanned and returned.

Photo courtesy Helen Bartholomew



About This Website

This site was started in August 2006 to present some of the Lower Milford Township's history and to act as a central point for the activities of the Historical Society. As the site develops, it will contain some of the history of the Township, pictures, past and present, of some of the unique places and people that lived in the area, and stories and recollections of some of our residents. Check back often to see the new additions.

As with any effort, its success depends on the people willing to contribute to it. If you have any material relevant to the history of the Township, please contact us. We also welcome anyone who would like to join the Society. Click Here to join.