Get your own Miniature Wooden Keepsake to Honor the Cranford Canoe Club in Cranford, New Jersey
Cranford Canoe Club History
The Cranford Canoe Club is an iconic historic landmark on the corner of Springfield and Orange Avenue in Cranford, New Jersey. Cranford is a middle-class suburban town in Union County, New Jersey, that was built around the slow-moving, winding Rahway River. This tributary empties into Arthur Kill Bay in Staten Island.
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Our online store accepts multiple forms of payment, including credit/debit cards and PayPal. Orders are now being taken online. The collection is the ultimate local personal gift. Great for those moving into the area or those who’ve left it. They also make great gifts for those who like to remember the fond memories of the area. The Mr. Local History Gift Shop is always OPEN. Just click the store.
The New Jersey Historic Village keepsake collection is a painted-wood collectible series honoring iconic historic buildings, properties, and fixtures that are part of the historic fabric of New Jersey. Each keepsake was selected based on community feedback and a voting process. Brooks Betz stated, “We’re really excited to see how the public reacts to the next additions to this historic series.” The Mr. Local History Project plans to introduce at least five new keepsakes. Sign up to receive updates when the new pieces will become available.
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What is the Canoe Club’s scale?
Cant even guess.