About the HCBA
Supporting an Active Membership with Programs to Generate New and Repeat Business
The Historic Chester Business Association (HCBA) is a non-profit organization representing over 50+ businesses in Chester, NJ. Our mission is to promote business growth, foster the overall economic climate in the community and work closely with our members, local government, landlords and residents to build a prosperous quality of life.
Our key objectives are to:
- Serve as advocates for the business interests of Chester.
- Attract new and repeat business for our members throughout the year.
- Generate effective promotional ideas that help maintain Chester’s position as a unique, home-town shopping and dining destination.
- Provide opportunities for business owners and residents to participate in programs and projects that support the quality of community life.
Established in 1975, the HCBA sponsors a multitude of fun and lively public events throughout the year, including one of the largest craft shows in the nation, an annual Classic Car Show, a family-oriented Harvest Celebration, and a number of exciting attractions throughout the holiday season. These events, as well as Chester’s sprawling farms, lush green parks and pictorial scenery, continue to attract visitors from points far and wide.
If you would like to know what’s going on around town and have a voice in community growth, Join the HCBA today!
Shopping & Dining Guide
The annual HCBA Shopping & Dining Guide contains the names, addresses and contact information for all HCBA Members. The guide also includes many valuable discount coupons and is available at each member’s place of business. Request A Shopping & Dining Guide.
2010 HCBA Board Officers
President: Kathy Barbieri, Chester Crafts and Collectibles
Vice President: Dale Blum, Academy
Treasurer: Lisa Jew, Perfect Treasure
Recording Secretary: Steve Jones, The Black River Candy Shoppe
Corresponding Secretary: Open
