The Brigantine Beach Historical Society was formed to preserve the Island's past. Through their efforts and the efforts of Brigantine's town historian, Howard "Fritz" Haneman, the Brigantine Historical Museum opened in 1992 and is located adjacent to the Marine Mammal Stranding Center. Exhibits include a large collection of photographs from the 19th and early 20th centuries as well as many artifacts from days gone by. Stop in and stroll through Brigantine's unique past.