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Old Methodist Cemetery
October 5, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
| FreeLocation: Ocean County Historical Society
Time: 2:00 PM
Sunday, October 5th – Old Methodist Cemetery — presented by Joseph Latshaw
Join us for a presentation by Joseph Latshaw about the historic Old Methodist Cemetery, located at the corner of Hooper Avenue and Washington Street in Toms River.
This Power Point presentation will include a brief history of 19th Century Toms River, the emergence of Methodism, the identity of military veterans interred at the cemetery dating back to the American Revolution, the meaning of some of the symbols on certain gravestones, and much more. Joseph will also discuss preservation efforts for the two-hundred-year-old cemetery.
Joseph is the historian for the First United Methodist Church of Toms River, which oversees and manages the Old Methodist Cemetery. A lifelong resident of Toms River, he has a degree in history from Kean University. Joseph is currently employed by the Ocean County Cultural and Heritage Commission. In addition, he is a President of the Ocean County Historical Society. He also serves as Chair of the Toms River Township Historic Preservation Commission and is a trustee for the League of Historical Societies of New Jersey. Joseph is an Eagle Scout, an assistant scoutmaster, and a member of the Sons of the American Revolution.
These events take place at our museum at 26 Hadley Avenue in Toms River. These events are free, but your donations in support of our programs are appreciated.
SEATING IS LIMITED so reserve your seat early by sending your name, zip code, email address, telephone number, and the name and date of the program (Oct. 5, 2025) to: oceancountyhistory.programs@gmail.com