Family Programs

Programs are FREE with Suggested Museum Admission
(unless otherwise noted).




September

There are no Drop-In Activities in September.


Special Event: Harvest Moon Family Day
Saturday, September 25, 1–4 pm
See Harvest Moon page for details.


October

Drop-In Art Activity: Knock on Wood
Saturdays, 1–4 pm
Visit the Contemporary Art Galleries to view Louise Nevelson's grand sculpture made from discarded pieces of wood.  Then create your own wood assemblage sculpture.

Special Tours of the Fire Museum in Honor of Fire Prevention Week
Saturday, October 9, 2 & 3 pm
Learn about the changing shapes and capabilities of fire trucks throughout Newark's history.  Also see the exciting exhibit Fire Escapes: Danger and Survival.

Special Event: Bug Day
Saturday, October 2, 10 am–4:30 pm
See Bug Day page for details.

Special Event: Latino Heritage Festival—Dia de los Muertos
Saturday, October 30, 12:30–4:30 pm
See Latino Heritage Festival page for details.


November

Drop-In Art Activity: Make Mine Mini
Saturdays, 1–4 pm
Visitors can view the national premiere exhibition of furniture and design, Gustav Stickley and the American Arts & Crafts Movement.  Using a variety of materials, families construct their own miniature designs.

Special Event: Thanksgiving Family Festival—Design It!
Friday, November 26, 12:30–4:30 pm
See Thanksgiving Family Festival page for details.


December

Drop-In Art Activity: Caught Red Handed
Saturdays, 1–4 pm
Visit the new gallery installation Red Luster: Lacquer and Leatherworks of Asia, then create your own decorative box using techniques of leatherwork.

Special Event: Holiday Fun Days
Monday–Wednesday, December 27–29
12:30–4:30 pm

See Holiday Fun Days page for details.