By Robert Fisher-Hughes, AAP Columnist and Amateur Historian

On Sunday, April 8, from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m., historic Griffith Morgan House in Pennsauken welcomes local historian Sue Huesken, who will present “Amelia Mott Gummere (1859-1937) – Forgotten Legacy.” 

As researched and presented by Ms. Huesken, the life and writings of New Jersey native Amelia Mott Gummere reveal her as a founder or early member of several local area organizations devoted to our early local history, including the Burlington County Historical Society and Friends Historical Society. In addition, the John Woolman Memorial in Mt. Holly was established due to her efforts. Amelia Mott Gummere also wrote many books and articles on Quaker and Colonial life in the early years of the 20th Century.

Hear and celebrate the life story and almost-forgotten legacy of this extraordinary local woman and historian. The doors of Griffith Morgan House will open at 1:00 p.m., with the program commencing at 1:30 p.m. Refreshments will be served and admission and parking are free. Donations to support the historical work at Griffith Morgan House are gratefully accepted.

While attending this event, also learn about the history and continuing mission of historic Griffith Morgan House with a free tour and find out about more historical programs coming up, courtesy of Pennsauken Historical Society, at both Griffith Morgan House and Burrough-Dover House.

Griffith Morgan House is located at 243 Griffith Morgan Lane off River Rd., between the Delair community and Route 73.

Visit the Griffith Morgan House and Pennsauken Historical Society pages, or the group, “Pennsauken History Forum,” on Facebook for more details and directions; or call (856) 486-9561 and leave a message or e-mail to pennsaukenhistoricalsociety@gmail.com. Be sure to contact Pennsauken Historical Society or Griffith Morgan Committee about volunteer opportunities; you too can make history!