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Super Science Weekend returns to the New Jersey State Museum in May.

The Friends of the State Museum have several upcoming trips planned. >>Details.

Sunday Science Lecture Series in the Museum Auditorium. Details >>

 

 
 
 


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Welcome To The New Jersey State Museum

SUPER SCIENCE WEEKEND RETURNS,
A WEEKEND OF INCREDIBLE FUN

Saturday, May 17th & Sunday, May 18th
11 AM to 4 PM
Free

The annual Super Science Weekend returns to the grounds of the New Jersey State Museum. The event features science demonstrations, hands-on activities and entertaining shows for children of all ages.

Activities include live performances in the state museum auditorium by:

  • Rusty Johnson and his live animals
  • Billy B: The Science Song and Dance Man
  • Mad Science: Wacky Science
  • Live animals from the Philadelphia Zoo.

Exchange your old printer cartridges for a free ticket for the Jurassic Moon Bounce, and enter a rafftle for great prizes.

Call (609) 292-6310 for more information.

FRIENDS OF THE STATE MUSEUM TRIPS

H20 exhibition at the American Museum of Natural History
Saturday, April 26, 2008

Music Machines and Living Dolls exhibition at the Morris Museum
Tuesday, May 6, 2008

For more information about the above trips and to make your reservation please call (609) 394-5310.

ABOUT THE MUSEUM

From fossils to fine art, from Native American tools to the finest silver, from quilts to comets, from prehistory to the future, the New Jersey State Museum is four museums in one and offers a galaxy of experiences for every member of the family.

Treasures, collected since the early 1800's, are housed in a modern main building overlooking the Delaware River in Trenton and are enhanced by exciting programs offered in an adjoining 150-seat planetarium and an adjacent 400-seat auditorium. General admission is free.

The New Jersey State Museum, a division of the Department of State, is an accredited member of the American Association of Museums. This Web Site is updated regularly to keep you apprised of the many exciting learning opportunities that are available at the Museum.

Updated 04.23.08

 
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Join The Friends!
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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.