Freehold Borough Centennial Gala Celebration

Have you heard the news?

Freehold Borough is celebrating one hundred years of incorporation in 2019.

Many of you may know that “Freehold” was actually established over 325 years ago. But did you know that, for economic reasons, the residents in town elected to become incorporated? On January 17, 1919, a resolution was passed to create new incorporation legislation and was subsequently approved by the state government. A special election was held on July 8, 1919: 398 residents voted yes, 98 voted no. Interestingly, there were 4,700 Borough residents and 1,500 Township residents at that time. The first mayor was elected on September 8, 1919 and we officially became known as Freehold Borough.

As you can imagine, we are excited to celebrate this historic milestone and we invite you to participate.

To celebrate our Incorporation join us at the Centennial Gala. This special evening will prove to be the event of the century as we gather together with old and new Borough residents, businesses and supporters to celebrate the 100th Anniversary of Freehold Borough. Please save the date for FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 6TH at the American Hotel at 6:00 PM for cocktails, dinner, dancing and raffle.

Tickets for this event are $75.00 per person.

To reserve your seat at this momentous occasion, please email lcannon@freeholdboro.org your RSVP including name, address and phone number and mail your check made payable to Freehold Borough to Centennial Committee, 51 West Main Street, Freehold, NJ 07728. Hurry as space is limited. Please inquire about the Commemorative Ad Journal opportunities that are available to leave a congratulatory message.

We hope to see you there as we celebrate 100 years of the Borough of Freehold