Group Will Seek Historic Designation For Cranford Canoe Club

CRANFORD, NJ — Years ago, there was so much activity on the Rahway River that Cranford was dubbed the "Venice of New Jersey." The once-private Cranford Canoe Club was a key player in those activities, allowing people to explore the water by kayak and canoe.

The club was sold to the township in 1972 and still has activities today.

Now, local residents are seeking a historic designation for it.

The Mr. Local History Project, a group that started in the Somerset Hills "to preserve and promote local history with a social twist," posted Tuesday that they are looking for people to help with research and start the "journey for a nomination to the New Jersey and National Registries of historic places." Click here to find out more or fill out their survey on Cranford's local history.

A representative for Cranford's Historic Preservation Advisory Board said that the HPAB, while not endorsing the designation, did provide assistance to apply to the state for the designation.

Check the club's website for future activities.

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