The Walpack Historical Society invites guests to join us on Sunday, May 18, 2025 at 1 pm in the Walpack Center Church for Sharon Spangenberg’s presentation of “Shapanack, a location in Walpack”. Shapanack, a Lenape word meaning “out-stretched arms” or “the place where the river spreads out”, encompasses approximately 900 fertile and strategic acres along the Delaware River. The tract, purchased from a land merchant in 1729 by Alexander Rosenkrans and Frederick Schoonmaker, has a long and storied history. Sharon’s presentation will focus on Shapanack and its inhabitants, Shapanack Flats, Shapanack Fort, Shapanack Cemetery, Shapanack Island, Jennings Petroglyph and Camp Shapanack. Framed photos and information including several deeds and maps dating back to 1729 will be displayed.
Guests willing to travel a short distance by car are invited to join WHS for the unveiling of the Shapanack Historical Marker immediately following the presentation.
WHS invites guests to arrive early to socialize and meet new people. Our bookstore will be open at the Walpack Church. Please remember that the bridge in Walpack Center is still closed. Guests must access Main Street using NPS 615.
We hope you will join us to learn more about “Shapanack, a location in Walpack”.
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