The Osborn Cannonball House Museum, located at 1840 Front Street in Scotch Plains, will be open to the public from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 1, 2025. Costumed docents will be available to give tours of the c. 1750 house, once owned by the Osborn family whose two sons fought in the American Revolution. The antique house is steeped in local history and has many stories to tell.

The museum will have on display, from their vast antique clothing collection, late 19th and early 20th century traveling clothes to accompany their “Coming to America and Scotch Plains” theme. There will also be games for kids to play and a fun craft!

In addition, The High School History Club of Scotch Plains/Fanwood will be at the museum sponsoring a soft pretzel sale. All proceeds of the sale will benefit the museum maintenance fund. Come out to visit our town museum and support our High School students’ pretzel sale.
We look forward to seeing you on June 1st!

Admission to the Osborn Cannonball House is free and the museum is open the first Sunday of every month from 2-4 p.m., March to December, or at other times by appointment. For any questions call 908 322-6700, Ext. 230 or email Info@HistoricalSocietySPFNJ.org.

Spencer Martin (in tricorn hat) with other Historical Society Volunteers on the side porch of the Osborn Cannonball House Museum.

Spencer Martin, a junior at Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School (SPFHS), has been recognized as the Historical Society of Scotch Plains and Fanwood (Historical Society) Student Volunteer of the Year. As the founder and co-president of the SPFHS History Club, Spencer has forged a vital connection between local students and the Historical Society since the Fall of 2023. Prior to his involvement, student volunteers were rare. There now exists a meaningful bridge between the SPFHS History Club and the Historical Society linking our towns past with its present.

Spencer has organized volunteers to help out at the Osborn Cannonball House Museum, one of Scotch Plains’ Revolutionary War-era sites, by managing students who volunteer for two of the museum’s biggest events. Alongside Historical Society members, students serve as docents giving tours of the museum and aiding children with crafts and games. Visitors to the museum have remarked how encouraging it is to see students involved in the preservation of their local history.

In addition to volunteering his time to the museum, in May of this year, Spencer spearheaded a fundraiser on the museum’s behalf. Over $1,000 was raised to help support the preservation of the museum building. His passion and commitment to local history also earned him a seat on the Historical Society’s Board of Directors, where he serves as its first student and youngest member.

Spencer’s drive, dedication and leadership skills make him an ideal candidate for this award. His outstanding academic record and his involvement in other activities and community organizations outside the Historical Society only highlight his achievements.

The collaboration between the SPFHS History Club and the Historical Society is an inspiring example of how different generations can come together to support a common cause. Both organizations are optimistic that this partnership will remain strong. The Historical Society looks forward to continuing working with Spencer and future History Club students who will follow in Spencer’s footsteps. Together, we will keep history alive across all generations.

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