The New Jersey Naval Museum

Step back in time at this cherished local museum, where the beautifully preserved Hopper Goetschius House and engaging programs showcase Upper Saddle River's fascinating history and community heritage.

Explore fascinating art collections, scientific treasures including an impressive mastodon display, and engaging summer camps for kids. This vibrant cultural hub in downtown Hackensack offers exhibitions, classes, and creative experiences for the whole family.

Explore the rich history of scouting in New Jersey at this free, community-supported museum. Open to the public, it celebrates the traditions and achievements of local scouts through engaging exhibits and displays.

The New Jersey Vietnam Veterans' Memorial Foundation is looking for all Vietnam Veterans and Vietnam Era Veterans in New Jersey for its Veterans Recognition Project. The Foundation has created an honor role of all those who served, and we want you to be a part of this project.

Step back to 1790s South Jersey at this immersive 22-acre village where costumed interpreters bring history to life across 26 restored buildings. Try your hand at period crafts, don costumes, and explore heritage gardens while discovering how families actually lived during America's early years.

Step back into Cape May's colonial past at this charming 1775 tavern-turned-museum, where period rooms showcase how early residents lived, cooked, and gathered. Located on Washington Street, it's a hidden gem revealing the stories of Revolutionary War patriots and everyday life from the island's earliest days.

Step into a riverside village of historic buildings where 40,000 artifacts tell the story of Hunterdon County's past. Explore at your own pace Tuesday through Sunday, catching rotating exhibitions, live music, and special events that bring two centuries of local history to life.

Step back into the 1750s at this historic homestead where Samuel Fleming's frontier legacy comes alive. Explore authentic exhibits and engaging programs that reveal what daily life was really like on the raw edge of colonial settlement.

Insectropolis is a fun and unique insect learning center that dazzles visitors of all ages. There is plenty to see and do here! Set within the architecture of a bug-themed city, our creative displays entertain guests as they learn about these fascinating creatures.

The Ocean County Historical Society Museum and Research Center was built in several stages, beginning in 1820. The final phase of construction was the Research Center, completed in 1990. The museum is dedicated to the mission of the Society founders: Telling The Stories of Ocean County.

The Museum complex, the largest in New Jersey, weaves together 80 galleries of art and science, a mini zoo, planetarium, gift shops, cafe, auditorium, sculpture garden, schoolhouse and the Ballantine House, the restored 1885 mansion that is a National Historic Landmark.

Discover an exceptional collection of American and Native American art that spans centuries of creativity and cultural expression. From striking sculptures and works on paper to rare costumes, this respected museum offers intimate encounters with masterpieces that will inspire and captivate you during the quieter winter months.

Explore galleries celebrating New Jersey and Mid-Atlantic creativity through fine art, crafts, and folk traditions, with interactive exhibits perfect for all ages. The museum's serene spaces and thoughtfully curated collections offer art lovers a cool summer escape.

At the Whippany Railway Museum, you can enjoy an operating O-gauge model railroad layout, railroad artifacts, a gift shop, and outdoor railroad equipment. The Museum is open once a week on Sundays ONLY, from April through October, from 12:00PM to 4:00PM. Admission is $0.50 for children and $1.00 for adults.

Explore New Jersey's agricultural heritage through hands-on exhibits and seasonal programming at this 30,000-square-foot museum in North Brunswick. Learn how the Garden State became an agricultural powerhouse and continues to innovate today.

Located in Perth Amboy, New Jersey, the Proprietary House was commissioned by the Proprietors of East Jersey to be the official residence of the Royal Governor William Franklin. The Proprietary House Association is committed to the restoration, maintainance, and raising awareness for this historical building and supporting it's historical pride

Explore the history and innovation of flight at this educational museum celebrating aviation's greatest achievements. Perfect for curious minds of all ages who want to understand how aircraft shaped our world.

Step aboard the USS New Jersey and experience naval history hands-on—explore gun turrets, command quarters, and crew spaces while learning about one of America's most decorated warships. Summer visits offer guided tours and special events that bring this historic battleship to life.

Step into a world where learning comes alive through hands-on exploration. With 15 interactive exhibits like the Bubble Trouble zone and Silver Diner, this top-rated children's museum offers endless summer fun for curious young minds.

Step inside a National Historic Landmark where elegant Colonial Revival gardens bloom with vibrant peonies, iris, phlox, and dahlias across manicured lawns shaded by century-old trees. Explore New Jersey's rich cultural heritage through this beautifully preserved estate and its ever-changing seasonal displays.

Step into 250 years of American history at New Jersey's most iconic colonial landmark. Explore authentic artifacts, join guided tours, and experience what life was like during the Revolutionary War era.

Explore Hoboken's rich heritage through immersive exhibits, guided tours, and engaging programs that celebrate the city's diverse cultures, iconic architecture, and historic landmarks. Perfect for curious minds of all ages.