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New Jersey State Museum
205 West State Street
Trenton, NJ08605
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Phone: (609)292-6301
E-mail: friends.museum@sos.state.nj.us
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Description: The New Jersey State Museum was established in 1895-one of the nation's first state museums founded with an educational mission. Today that mission encompasses four areas: archaeology/ ethnology, cultural history, fine art, and natural history. The State Museum combines four museums in one providing a galaxy of experiences for every member of the family. Treasures are exhibited thematically in a modern four-level main building overlooking the Delaware River and are enhanced by exciting programs offered in an adjoining 150-seat planetarium and adjacent 380-seat auditorium.

Appropriate Ages: 5 - 100 years

Suggested Time Required: 2 hour(s)
(to fully appreciate the destination)

Hours of Operation
Mon-Fri: 9:00 am - 4:45 pm Sat: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Closed on State Holidays

Seasons of Operation
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

Holiday Closures
New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Lincoln's Birthday, Washington's Birthday, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Election Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day

Parking: Available
Parking Fee: $0 flat rate

Gift Shop: Available

Family Restrooms: Available

Stroller Access: Available

Guided Tours: Available
 

Group Tours: Available
 

Rainy Day Outing: Available
 

Handicap Access: Available
All facilities are accessible to visitors with physical disabilities.

Docent / Internships: Available
There are many opportunities for docents and internships in all areas of the Museum. Call 609-292-6310 for more information.

Admission Rates: From $0 to $5
Some special programs have a nominal fee. Admission to the Museum is free.

Membership Rates: From $40 to $1,000
$40 - Basic/Couple $60 - Family $100 - Contributor $250 - Sponsor $500 - Patron $1000 - Leader

Discounts
Friends Members receive 10% off purchases in the Friends Shop, discounts on trips and on registration for the Kaleidoscope Kids Summer Academy.

Additional Charges
Some special programs have a nominal fee. Admission to the Museum is free.

Activities for Children
 

Activities for Adults
 

Restaurant/Food: Not Available

Birthday Party Facilities: Not Available

Camp Programs: Available
Kaleidoscope Kids Summer Academy - science based day camp with an arts component for children ages 6-12. Extended hours care is available. Call 609-292-6310 for information and registration.

05/17/08 - Super Science Weekend
05/18/08 - Super Science Weekend
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