The Medford Historical Society will be hosting its annual summer events throughout the summer at historic Kirby’s Mill.

Kirby’s Mill was originally mostly "drowned lands" (lands which flooded at high water). Portions of the drowned areas reached almost into the village of Medford at the Branch Street bridge.

In 1877 Kirby’s Mill was purchased by William Kirby at which time it was said to be in poor condition. Kirby’s Mill was owned entirely by the Kirby family after dissolving a partnership.

The Medford Historical Society purchased the mill property, and the township bought the "drowned" lands for park use. Kirby’s Mill was the last commercial water powered mill in New Jersey.

Quilt Show

Saturday, June 7 & Sunday, June 8
10 am — 4 pm

Historic Kirby’s Mill, Church & Fostertown Roads
The 33rd annual show of old and new quilts is themed “Quilting on the Farm.” Each day will feature live music, the Berry Basket Quilters’ Boutique, the Pastimes Quilt Shop, scissor sharpening and antique quilt appraisals. A keepsake cookbook of “Farm Fresh Recipes” will be a gift to attendees this year. To schedule a quilt appraisal by Dawn Heefner, call 609-654-8483. To enter a quilt or for information about the event, call Betty Malloy at 609-206-1626.

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