To know where you are going, it is best to know where you came from. This is true in the lives of individuals, and also in the life of a town like Atlantic Highlands. That is why the historical society works to build awareness of our common past among the townspeople of today. Its headquarters, museum and archives in the Strauss Mansion, its knowledgeable members and public activities are a community resource for achieving this objective.

The goals of the Society are to:
Research and document the history of Atlantic Highlands
Share and publicize our history
Preserve and protect our physical heritage (historic buildings).