Calendar|Program
Educators Open House at the Museum
On Wednesday, October 4, from 3:30 to 6 pm, local educators and administrators who work with students of all ages are invited to explore how the Hoboken Historical Museum’s ongoing education programs and new exhibit "World War I Centennial, 1917-2017: Heaven, Hell or Hoboken" can connect with their curriculum. Enjoy an afternoon of refreshments, Museum … Continue reading Educators Open House at the Museum
Living History Day
Visit the Hoboken Historical Museum and meet living historians reenacting America’s past during World War I. Explore the Museum, meet a WWI doughboy reenactor, handle historic military equipment, and make WWI-related crafts. Free. Donations appreciated.
Kids Night at the Museum – May 25
Kids Night at the Museum is a chance for kids ages 5 and up to leave their parents at home and have their own night of fun! Kids can spend the evening at the Hoboken Historical Museum and enjoy games, arts and crafts, a scavenger hunt, dinner, and more! The Museum will host Kids Night … Continue reading Kids Night at the Museum – May 25
Kids Night at the Museum – June 22
Kids Night at the Museum is a chance for kids ages 5 and up to leave their parents at home and have their own night of fun! Kids can spend the evening at the Hoboken Historical Museum and enjoy games, arts and crafts, a scavenger hunt, dinner, and more! The Museum will host Kids Night … Continue reading Kids Night at the Museum – June 22
Pre-K Arts & Crafts at the Museum
Museum staff and other guests instruct children ages 2 to 5 years in simple arts and crafts and games every Tuesday at 10:00 am and at 11 am. Children must be accompanied by a parent or caretaker. This program is supported by our family sponsor, Macy's. Registration required. Please visit eventbrite to register for the … Continue reading Pre-K Arts & Crafts at the Museum
“It’s All About the Coffee” series with Richard Wright
Join coffee historian Richard Wright for talks on the history of coffee from bean to cup. This 5-part series will tell you everything you've always wanted to know about coffee but were afraid to ask. Learn about: 1. Taste Sensation - September 23 2. Brew to Perfection - September 30 3. Roast Right - October … Continue reading “It’s All About the Coffee” series with Richard Wright
“Let’s Play Together,” a weekly, inclusive creativity program for kids ages 3 – 11
Every Monday at 3 pm, artist and gallery owner Issa Sow will lead “Let’s Play Together,” a weekly creativity workshop for kids ages 3 - 11. All children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Held outside in the walkway by the Museum entrance, the program is designed to be inclusive of children around … Continue reading “Let’s Play Together,” a weekly, inclusive creativity program for kids ages 3 – 11
Storytime at the Fire Department Museum
This Storytime program is designed especially for our youngest museum visitors, ages 2 – 5 years, at the Fire Department Museum, 213 Bloomfield Street. Stories and songs about city life are presented by Museum staff and guest readers every Sunday from 1:30 – 2:00 pm. (Please note: the Fire Department Museum will be closed Labor … Continue reading Storytime at the Fire Department Museum
Saturdays at 12:30, visit with Frank Hanavan, our Maritime Artist-in-Residence
Each Saturday from 12:30 - 3:30, the Museum's Maritime Artist-in-Residence Frank Hanavan continues to build a model of the "America," an 1851 racing yacht sponsored by the Stevens family. The "America" was the first winner of the "America's Cup" international sailing trophy. Stop by and ask questions, or just watch! Bring the kids. The word-working, … Continue reading Saturdays at 12:30, visit with Frank Hanavan, our Maritime Artist-in-Residence
Ship in a Bottle with Maritime Artist in Residence Frank Hanavan
See how Maritime-Artist-in-Residence Frank Hanavan prepares a ship in a bottle. Visitors have the opportunity to put pieces within a demonstrator bottle to see the process of building with Frank as your guide. Frank also shows visitors how to tie maritime knots using rope. It's great for fine motor development, and Frank is an excellent … Continue reading Ship in a Bottle with Maritime Artist in Residence Frank Hanavan