New Jersey State Museum

Inspiration. On Display. Features collections in archaeology, cultural history, fine art & natural sciences, and an HD planetarium experience!

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Visit the American Perspectives gallery and explore art from the 19th century to today. Works on view include this monochromatic print by artist Harmony Hammond, leading figure in the feminist art movement of the early 1970s.
#PrideMonth

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Let's celebrate each other every day!
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#pride2026

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The newly renovated Discovery Den (for children up to 8 yrs. old) has different areas for children to explore, including working microscopes for viewing objects up close, an ActiveFloor, reading area, puzzles, coloring station and the interactive mural. Stop by and explore!

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Call for artists! The TRANSITional Art Project (TAP), a partnership of the Council and @NJTRANSIT, is a temporary public art program designed specifically for transportation hubs in NJ. Current TAP opportunities at Morris Plains Train Station: https://t.co/uAnexWHORp #njarts

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to Change: Revolutionary Stories from the NJ State Archives." Lt. Governor/Secretary of State Dr. Dale Caldwell using the exhibition voting interactive. Voting in NJ's primary is open now, we encourage you to exercise your right to vote! For voting info: https://t.co/RvjqKEfCw5

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One of the most fundamental rights of American citizens is the chance to make their voice heard through voting. In New Jersey from 1776 - 1807, women and African Americans who met age requirements and “were worth fifty pounds” could vote. Learn more in the exhibition "The Power

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The Museum has been offering a free after school drop-in art studio for teens (ages 13+). The program will be continuing throughout the summer months. The June session we'll be making cyanotypes, aka. sun prints. It's like photography without a lens! Offered Jun. 20, 3 - 4:00 pm.

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The next Science Under the Stars talk will be held June 20 at 4:15 pm. Guest speaker Ronan Hix, Princeton University, will discuss "How Stars are Born." Reserve your free seat with this link: https://t.co/5JEIHxpqfx

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Today we honor all service men & women who gave their lives for their country. #MemorialDay aka Decoration Day, evolved from the post Civil War practice of decorating the graves of veterans.

Flag: National Colors, Third New Jersey Militia, 1861
On view in "Civil War Flags of NJ"

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No matter what the weather is outside, we always have blue sky in here! On view in the American Perspectives gallery is "Sky and Paper Bag" by Geoffrey Hendricks, along with lots of paintings, drawings, sculptures and more to inspire and delight. Drop by and enjoy!

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Not exactly the perfect "outside" weather this weekend, so come to the Museum and still have an amazing day! Marvel at dinosaurs, be inspired by art, see our 250th anniversary-inspired exhibitions & more. Free admission, free parking, priceless memories!
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On view in "The Power to Change: Revolutionary Stories from the NJ State Archives" are the three versions of NJ's state Constitution, from 1776, 1844, and 1947. The exhibition details the evolution of this document over time. Read here: https://t.co/Ydw1vNbNma
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The Cultural Access Network will be hosting their 2026 Cultural Access Summit on May 28, 2026 at Grounds For Sculpture in Hamilton Township. Join colleagues from across the state for this free day of professional development and celebration. Register here: https://t.co/JymdEPln0p

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The new Discovery Den is open! Families with children up to eight years old are invited to play on the ActiveFloor, explore the interactive mural, read a book, put a puzzle together, & more in this fun space. Located on the Museum's 2nd floor.

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If you're in Trenton tomorrow, please stop in for our free gallery talk about the new exhibition, "The Power to Change: Revolutionary Stories from the NJ State Archives." State Archives Exec. Director Joseph Klett will give an exhibition overview. 12 - 12:45 pm in the Museum.

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It's #ArmedForcesDay and the official kickoff of the #BlueStarMuseums program! At the NJ State Museum, from today through Labor Day active duty military service personnel & up to five family members receive free admission to a Planetarium show. We look forward to seeing you soon!

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Tomorrow's the day! Bring the family to the Museum and enjoy exploring the newly redesigned and refurbished Discovery Den! From 9:30 am - 4 pm, enjoy special crafts and activities and pick up a free giveaway (while supplies last.) A food truck will be on site from 11 am – 2 pm.

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It's not too late to register for the free sky observing event this Fri., May 15 at 7:30 pm! Enjoy an extended sky talk in the Planetarium, then follow us to the Simpson Observatory at Washington Crossing Park to use the telescopes. Complete details here: https://t.co/pxriTOBYir

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Drop by Thursday after school for our free Teen Art Studio. Students ages 13 and up can stop by between 3 - 4 pm and learn about drawing animals. Work on a different project each month. Offered the 2nd Thursday of each month.

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Sneak peek at the new mural being installed in the renovated Discovery Den! Stop by this Saturday for the reopening event, 9:30 am - 4 pm. Explore the newly redesigned space, enjoy games, crafts & pick up your free gift (while supplies last.) Food truck will be on site 11 - 2 pm.