MADISON — Resident Martin Heller will be recognized for his longstanding philanthropy at the Madison Historical Society’s annual gala, a fundraiser supporting the future Madison History Museum. The event, titled “An Evening of Celebration,” will take place from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 11, at Grace Episcopal Church, 4 Madison Avenue.
Heller, owner of The Heller Group, a real estate development and management company, is being honored for his significant contributions to the Madison community.
Most notably, Heller donated $1 million toward Madison Borough’s purchase of the former Madison Masonic Lodge at 170 Main Street. With additional support from borough, county, and state funding, the building will be transformed into a new senior center to be known as the Peggy Heller Senior Center, named in memory of his late wife.
The building will also be dedicated to Heller’s late son, Mark Heller.
Originally constructed in 1824, the historic structure served as the Madison Presbyterian Church until 1935, when it was sold to the Masons. The property is listed on both the State and National Register of Historic Places.
Proceeds from the gala will help fund the Madison Historical Society’s new Madison History Museum, currently under construction in the East Wing of the Hartley Dodge Memorial at 50 Kings Road.
“In this year marking the 250th anniversary of our nation, we are proud to honor a man who truly appreciates and values Madison’s history,” the Historical Society said in a statement.
Those interested in sponsoring the event may contact Ginnie Laughlin at (973) 377-0722 ext. 8.
