The Princeton Elks Lodge was instituted on Ion Princeton New Jersey on May 23, 1959. The institution ceremony began with the following words:
“Bow our heads in reverence as we ask that the blessings of this service to guide us in the practice of the cardinal virtues of this order: Charity, Justice Brotherly Love and Fidelity. May we remember that by aiding those in distress, by preserving the rights and privileges of our fellow man, by loyalty to god and country we will be fulfilling our duties and obligation.”
Charles Strehlau
Exalted Ruler & Member 001
The Princeton Elks first held meetings at the Princeton Knights of Columbus hall until April of 1960, when we Elks obtained the use of the Princeton Italian American Sportsmen Club. We continued to meet there until April of 1967, when we moved to the Reed Farmhouse on Route 206. The Reed Farm House location is presently the site of Burger King. In September of 1972, we moved to the present location on what was once the old Van Zant Farm and farm equipment dealership.
In 2009 with the Lodge greatly aging younger members began to take a positive interest in the organization and while continuing to carry on the important work of the prior generations they began major upgrades to the Elk home. Upgrading the interior dining halls and bathrooms and beginning work on the major systems of the Lodge. In 2011 Capitol improvements have continued with upgrades to the building facades, parking lot, Furnace systems and other areas. 2012 will continue to see many upgrades and improvements to the facility as the dedication continues to see this great facility see its potential.
The Elks have served the communities of Princeton, Hopewell, Montgomery and West Windsor Plainsboro North and South for over fifty years and throughout that time they have continually been an advocate for children, veterans and those in need. In 2011, The Princeton Elks was joined by the addition of the Princeton Antlers Lodge # 14, a Youth Elks Program designed as an avenue for youth to become involved in charitable works, youth leadership and social activities for youth within the community. Also in 2011 the Elks formed The Princeton Elks Charitable Trust Corporation and moved the four main committees of the Lodge under the umbrella of this new venture. Donations from corporate as well as private donors are now available to assist the Princeton Elks in providing educational and positive youth activities to the community as well as support for special needs children, young adults and veterans.
Today The Princeton Elks Lodge #2129 at Montgomery is seen as a welcome place that continues to grow, and to move forward in support of its Principles of Charity, Justice, Brotherly Love and Fidelity and is recognized as the premiere charitable organization in the area.
“Bow our heads in reverence as we ask that the blessings of this service to guide us in the practice of the cardinal virtues of this order: Charity, Justice Brotherly Love and Fidelity. May we remember that by aiding those in distress, by preserving the rights and privileges of our fellow man, by loyalty to god and country we will be fulfilling our duties and obligation.”
Charles Strehlau
Exalted Ruler & Member 001
The Princeton Elks first held meetings at the Princeton Knights of Columbus hall until April of 1960, when we Elks obtained the use of the Princeton Italian American Sportsmen Club. We continued to meet there until April of 1967, when we moved to the Reed Farmhouse on Route 206. The Reed Farm House location is presently the site of Burger King. In September of 1972, we moved to the present location on what was once the old Van Zant Farm and farm equipment dealership.
In 2009 with the Lodge greatly aging younger members began to take a positive interest in the organization and while continuing to carry on the important work of the prior generations they began major upgrades to the Elk home. Upgrading the interior dining halls and bathrooms and beginning work on the major systems of the Lodge. In 2011 Capitol improvements have continued with upgrades to the building facades, parking lot, Furnace systems and other areas. 2012 will continue to see many upgrades and improvements to the facility as the dedication continues to see this great facility see its potential.
The Elks have served the communities of Princeton, Hopewell, Montgomery and West Windsor Plainsboro North and South for over fifty years and throughout that time they have continually been an advocate for children, veterans and those in need. In 2011, The Princeton Elks was joined by the addition of the Princeton Antlers Lodge # 14, a Youth Elks Program designed as an avenue for youth to become involved in charitable works, youth leadership and social activities for youth within the community. Also in 2011 the Elks formed The Princeton Elks Charitable Trust Corporation and moved the four main committees of the Lodge under the umbrella of this new venture. Donations from corporate as well as private donors are now available to assist the Princeton Elks in providing educational and positive youth activities to the community as well as support for special needs children, young adults and veterans.
Today The Princeton Elks Lodge #2129 at Montgomery is seen as a welcome place that continues to grow, and to move forward in support of its Principles of Charity, Justice, Brotherly Love and Fidelity and is recognized as the premiere charitable organization in the area.