Wayne’s Cinematic Connections
Happy National Cinema Day! Today, we’re taking the opportunity to shout-out some of Wayne’s connections to early Hollywood. Producer and director Cecil B. DeMille (1881-1959) grew up in Wayne...
This Month in Wayne History- Hixon’s Hotel on the Morris Canal
Each month, we partner with TAPInto Wayne to bring you 'This Month in Wayne History', our article series spotlighting different parts of the township's fascinating history. The articles...
Ed Lenik and the Excavation Under the Reservoir
By: Paul Maloney, Museum Attendant at the Wayne Museum and the Passaic County Department of Cultural & Historic Affairs This summer, we’ve been treated to the fifth and probably final installment...
This Month in Wayne History- Wayne Public Library Turns 100!
Each month, we partner with TAPInto Wayne to bring you 'This Month in Wayne History', our article series spotlighting different parts of the township's fascinating history. The articles...
What’s In Your Closet?- LeGrand Parish’s Appraisal Report
By: Tessa Payer, Museum Specialist at the Wayne Museum and Passaic County Department of Cultural & Historic Affairs The ongoing review, cataloging, and processing of the Wayne Museum’s archival...
This Month in Wayne History- The Other Terhune Authors
Each month, we partner with TAPInto Wayne to bring you 'This Month in Wayne History', our article series spotlighting different parts of the township's fascinating history. The articles...
A Historic Walk Down Valley Road
By: Tessa Payer, Museum Specialist at the Wayne Museum and the Passaic County Department of Cultural & Historic Affairs Though Wayne Township doesn’t have a Main Street (except for the short Main...
This Month in Wayne History- Honoring Captain Michael Kilroy
Though Wayne 175th has come to an end, we're happy to be continuing our partnership with TAPInto Wayne with 'This Month in Wayne History', spotlighting a different part of the township's...
Artifact Analysis: A Mid-19th Century Chemise
By: Tessa Payer, Museum Specialist at the Wayne Museum and the Passaic County Department of Cultural & Historic Affairs Today is National Textiles Day- the perfect occasion to spotlight our clothing...