Native American history and vintage toys
The Fritz Behnke Historical Museum in Paramus traces the town's transformation from a rural farming community to a commercial center, with exhibits covering Native American history, early 1900s farmhouse life, vintage toys, local businesses, and the history of Bergen Pines hospital.
Indoor · Rainy-day pick · Quiet-friendly · School groups K-12 and families welcome
The museum is open only on Sundays 1pm–5pm; call ahead to arrange a private group tour outside regular hours.
Exhibits include hands-on artifacts like vintage toys, an old schoolroom replica, and working farm equipment that appeal to school-age children.
Trolley tours and walking tours are available in addition to museum tours; ask about these options when booking a group visit.