Do you have fond memories of shopping in downtown Dover during the 40’s, 50’s, 60’s and 70’s? Did your family own a business or work in Dover stores during those years?
Please join us at our museum at 55 W. Blackwell Street, Dover (next to First Memorial Presbyterian Church) for an open house on Sunday, August 12, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM, to celebrate past local businesses and the shopping experience. Dover’s own, Henry Shapiro, “The Piano Man,” will entertain us while we share our memories of Dover and renew old friendships.
Born and raised in Dover, Hank began playing the piano when he was five years old and by the time he was 13, he started playing professionally. He has his own band at the age of 16. Hank studied jazz improvisation and music theory in New York under Herman Wasserman, an arranger for George Gershwin. His band was well known especially around Lake Hopatcong and throughout Northern New Jersey.
Henry, who is now 97 years young, will share his memories of what Dover what like in his earlier days. He has great memories of the stores in the downtown area, including Shapiro’s Modern Economy Store, his family’s business on Blackwell Street. Henry and his four children are all graduates of Dover High School.
You will be able to tour our museum, listen to timeless music, interact with other guests who remember Dover back “when,” and enjoy some light refreshments. All are welcome!
