Introduction to the Museum

The Historic Wicoff House Museum is dedicated to the preservation and promotion of the history and development of the Township of Plainsboro. The museum collection and exhibits include these categories:
Native Americans, Agricultural Community, Wicoff Family, Scientific Research, Elsie the Cow, Childhood and Schools, Community and Businesses, Plainsboro Centennial.

Featured Exhibit

Upcoming Exhibits

The Wicoff Family – February 2021

The Wicoff Family lived in the house from its construction in 1880 to about 1960. This exhibit will portray an intimate look into their lives.

Early Plainsboro Families – May 2021

To honor National Family History Month, this exhibit will feature photographs, objects and records from early Plainsboro families.

Early Plainsboro Businesses – August 2021

Although farming and research companies have long made up the foundation of Plainsboro’s commerce, other small businesses and community organizations made a lasting contribution to Plainsboro’s development. This exhibit will showcase some of them, including grocery stores and civic groups.