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Exhibitions

The New Jersey State Museum presents a full range of exhibitions in its four collection areas—Archaeology/Ethnology, Cultural History, Fine Art, and Natural History. Collections are displayed thematically. Changing exhibitions are developed by State Museum staff or loaned to the Museum from outside sources, thus providing the public with new and exciting experiences throughout the year.

Most changing exhibitions combine objects from several collection areas to tell stories in a comprehensive way. All exhibitions are designed to communicate information to visitors of all ages and expertise.

Notice to Visitors:

The Museum's Main Building is closed to the public while we install new, state-of-the-art heating, ventilating and air conditioning systems. The Planetarium is also closed for renovations. The Auditorium Galleries and the Galleries at 225 West State Street are open.

 
Changing Exhibitions
The Museum uses its collections in changing exhibitions.
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Museum Hours:
 
MUSEUM
The main building is closed due to construction. Watch this site for announcements about its reopening.


PLANETARIUM
The Planetarium is closed due to construction. Watch this site for announcements about its reopening.

AUDITORIUM GALLERIES
Monday through Friday,
9 am to 4:45 pm;
Saturday, 9 am to 4 pm;
Closed Sunday and State Holidays

GALLERIES AT 225 WEST STATE STREET
Monday through Friday,
9 am to 4:45 pm;
Saturday, 9 am to 4 pm;
Closed Sunday and State Holidays
 
ADMISSION
Free (donations accepted).

GENERAL INFORMATION
(609) 292-6464

THE FRIENDS MUSEUM SHOP
The Friends Museum Shop is located at the Welcome Center of the State House Annex. The Shop is open from 10am to 4pm Monday through Friday. During December all State employees receive a 10% discount on all purchases. Friends members always receive a 10% discount on all purchases.
ACCESSIBILITY
All facilities are accessible to visitors with physical disabilities.