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New Jersey State Museum

The Hon. Tahesha Way, Lt. Governor and Secretary of State
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Events At The Museum

Events Calendar

Touch the Stars
May 21-24 2024

Weekday Planetarium Program

2:30 pm  Touch the Stars

Touch the Stars
May 25 2024

Spanish Language Planetarium Show

11:00 am  Tocar las Estrellas

Touch the Stars
May 25-26 2024

Planetarium Shows - Weekend Schedule

12:00 pm  Dinosaurs of Antarctica
1:00 pm  The Moon
2:00 pm  Touch the Stars
3:00 pm  Dynamic Earth

Touch the Stars
May 28-31 2024

Weekday Planetarium Program

2:30 pm  Touch the Stars

Touch the Stars
June 1-2 2024

Planetarium Shows - Weekend Schedule

12:00 pm  EXO: Are We Alone
1:00 pm  One World, One Sky
2:00 pm  Dinosaurs of Antarctica
3:00 pm  Worlds Beyond Earth

Touch the Stars
June 4-7 2024

Weekday Planetarium Program

2:30 pm  Worlds Beyond Earth

Small Explorers
June 8 2024

Small Explorers: Rock Explorers

9:45 AM, 11:00 AM, 12:15 PM

This month in our Small Explorers program, we’re reading “I Love Rocks” by Carl Meister. Did you know fossils are rocks? We can count the three types of rocks, break geodes and explore the textures, colors and shapes of rocks. Come roll with us on this rockin' adventure! The program is free but space is limited; registration is required. Register here: https://forms.office.com/g/kEMHFtEfhJ

Trenton area families with children ages 6 months to 5 years are invited to participate in Small Explorers, which is offered on the 2nd Saturday of each month from October to June. Small Explorers is supported by a grant from PNC Grow Up Great.

Touch the Stars
June 8-9 2024

Planetarium Shows - Weekend Schedule

12:00 pm  EXO: Are We Alone
1:00 pm  One World, One Sky
2:00 pm  Dinosaurs of Antarctica
3:00 pm  Worlds Beyond Earth

Touch the Stars
June 11-14 2024

Weekday Planetarium Program

2:30 pm  Worlds Beyond Earth

Touch the Stars
June 15-16 2024

Planetarium Shows - Weekend Schedule

12:00 pm  EXO: Are We Alone
1:00 pm  One World, One Sky
2:00 pm  Dinosaurs of Antarctica
3:00 pm  Worlds Beyond Earth

Touch the Stars
June 18-20 2024

Weekday Planetarium Program

2:30 pm  Worlds Beyond Earth

Touch the Stars
June 22 2024

Spanish Language Planetarium Show

11:00 am  mundos más allá de la tierra

Touch the Stars
June 22-23 2024

Planetarium Shows - Weekend Schedule

12:00 pm  EXO: Are We Alone
1:00 pm  One World, One Sky
2:00 pm  Dinosaurs of Antarctica
3:00 pm  Worlds Beyond Earth

Touch the Stars
June 25-28 2024

Weekday Planetarium Program

2:30 pm  Worlds Beyond Earth

Star
June 29 2024

Science Under the Stars: What We Can Learn From Images of Black Holes

4:15 PM

Speaker: Zachary Gelles, Princeton University

Reserve your seat here: https://forms.office.com/g/0vJ0yXMrBC

Touch the Stars
June 29-30 2024

Planetarium Shows - Weekend Schedule

12:00 pm  EXO: Are We Alone
1:00 pm  One World, One Sky
2:00 pm  Dinosaurs of Antarctica
3:00 pm  Worlds Beyond Earth

Touch the Stars
July 2, 3, 5 2024

Weekday Planetarium Program

11:30 am  Magic Treehouse: Space Mission
1:30 pm  Dinosaurs of Antarctica
2:30 pm  Worlds Beyond Earth

Touch the Stars
July 6-7 2024

Planetarium Shows - Weekend Schedule

12:00 pm  Worlds Beyond Earth
1:00 pm  Magic Treehouse: Space Mission
2:00 pm  Dinosaurs of Antarctica
3:00 pm  Worlds Beyond Earth

Touch the Stars
July 9-12 2024

Weekday Planetarium Program

11:30 am  Magic Treehouse: Space Mission
1:30 pm  Dinosaurs of Antarctica
2:30 pm  Worlds Beyond Earth

Touch the Stars
July 13-14 2024

Planetarium Shows - Weekend Schedule

12:00 pm  Worlds Beyond Earth
1:00 pm  Magic Treehouse: Space Mission
2:00 pm  Dinosaurs of Antarctica
3:00 pm  Worlds Beyond Earth

Touch the Stars
July 16-19 2024

Weekday Planetarium Program

11:30 am  Magic Treehouse: Space Mission
1:30 pm  Dinosaurs of Antarctica
2:30 pm  Worlds Beyond Earth

Touch the Stars
July 20-21 2024

Planetarium Shows - Weekend Schedule

12:00 pm  Worlds Beyond Earth
1:00 pm  Magic Treehouse: Space Mission
2:00 pm  Dinosaurs of Antarctica
3:00 pm  Worlds Beyond Earth

Touch the Stars
July 23-26 2024

Weekday Planetarium Program

11:30 am  Magic Treehouse: Space Mission
1:30 pm  Dinosaurs of Antarctica
2:30 pm  Worlds Beyond Earth

Touch the Stars
July 27 2024

Spanish Language Planetarium Show

11:00 am  Dinosaurios de la antártida

Touch the Stars
July 27-28 2024

Planetarium Shows - Weekend Schedule

12:00 pm  Worlds Beyond Earth
1:00 pm  Magic Treehouse: Space Mission
2:00 pm  Dinosaurs of Antarctica
3:00 pm  Worlds Beyond Earth

Touch the Stars
July 30-31 2024

Weekday Planetarium Program

11:30 am  Magic Treehouse: Space Mission
1:30 pm  Dinosaurs of Antarctica
2:30 pm  Worlds Beyond Earth

Touch the Stars
August 1-2 2024

Weekday Planetarium Program

11:30 am  Magic Treehouse: Space Mission
1:30 pm  Dinosaurs of Antarctica
2:30 pm  Worlds Beyond Earth

Touch the Stars
August 3-4 2024

Planetarium Shows - Weekend Schedule

12:00 pm  Worlds Beyond Earth
1:00 pm  One World, One Sky
2:00 pm  Worlds Beyond Earth
3:00 pm  Dinosaurs of Antarctica

Touch the Stars
August 6-9 2024

Weekday Planetarium Program

11:30 am  One World, One Sky
1:30 pm  Dinosaurs of Antarctica
2:30 pm  Worlds Beyond Earth

Touch the Stars
August 10-11 2024

Planetarium Shows - Weekend Schedule

12:00 pm  Worlds Beyond Earth
1:00 pm  One World, One Sky
2:00 pm  Worlds Beyond Earth
3:00 pm  Dinosaurs of Antarctica

Touch the Stars
August 13-16 2024

Weekday Planetarium Program

11:30 am  One World, One Sky
1:30 pm  Dinosaurs of Antarctica
2:30 pm  Worlds Beyond Earth

Touch the Stars
August 17-18 2024

Planetarium Shows - Weekend Schedule

12:00 pm  Worlds Beyond Earth
1:00 pm  One World, One Sky
2:00 pm  Worlds Beyond Earth
3:00 pm  Dinosaurs of Antarctica

Touch the Stars
August 20-23 2024

Weekday Planetarium Program

11:30 am  One World, One Sky
1:30 pm  Dinosaurs of Antarctica
2:30 pm  Worlds Beyond Earth

Touch the Stars
August 24 2024

Spanish Language Planetarium Show

11:00 am  Mundos más allá de la Tierra

Touch the Stars
August 24-25 2024

Planetarium Shows - Weekend Schedule

12:00 pm  Worlds Beyond Earth
1:00 pm  One World, One Sky
2:00 pm  Worlds Beyond Earth
3:00 pm  Dinosaurs of Antarctica

Touch the Stars
August 27-30 2024

Weekday Planetarium Program

11:30 am  One World, One Sky
1:30 pm  Dinosaurs of Antarctica
2:30 pm  Worlds Beyond Earth

Touch the Stars
August 31 2024

Planetarium Shows - Weekend Schedule

12:00 pm  Worlds Beyond Earth
1:00 pm  One World, One Sky
2:00 pm  Worlds Beyond Earth
3:00 pm  Dinosaurs of Antarctica

Touch the Stars
September 1 2024

Planetarium Shows - Weekend Schedule

12:00 pm  Worlds Beyond Earth
1:00 pm  One World, One Sky
2:00 pm  Worlds Beyond Earth
3:00 pm  Dinosaurs of Antarctica

Upcoming Events

Science Under the Stars: What We Can Learn From Images of Black Holes

Science Under the Stars

June 29, 4:15 PM

Speaker: Zachary Gelles, Princeton University
In 2019, the Event Horizon Telescope released the first ever image of a black hole, opening up a wealth of new opportunities to learn about the fundamental nature of gravity. In this talk, we will discuss what a black hole is, where we expect to find them, and how we can take pictures of them up close. Zach will explain how black holes actually bend light, giving them a distinct appearance that can teach us about how gravity behaves when it is particularly strong. Finally, he will discuss what astrophysicists hope to do in the future to continue learning from these mysterious objects.

Reserve your seat

Small Explorers Series

Small Explorers Series

Local families are welcome to register for the Small Explorers program, taking place in the Discovery Den on the second Saturday of the month. This playgroup is an opportunity for you to explore the Museum with your child and connect with other families for support. Families are encouraged to sign up for a full year of sessions to build knowledge, skills and relationships. The program is 45 minutes long and begins promptly. Sessions take place in-person at 9:45, 11:00 and 12:15 PM in the Discovery Den, The program is FREE, but space is limited; advance registration is required. Contact Susan.Kozak-Buckley@sos.nj.gov to learn more and register.

Small Explorers is supported by a grant from PNC Grow Up Great.

NOTE: Registration requests must be received by 10:00 am the Friday before the event in order to allow time for staff to confirm space availability.

Visit the Events/Calendar page for monthly program details and to register.

Event Rentals

The New Jersey State Museum is a wonderful setting for your special event with changing exhibits that can provide a unique backdrop for any occasion. The Museum is ideally located in the State Capital Complex in Trenton, and offers a one-of-a-kind venue with incredible architecture and beautiful views of the Delaware River. For rates and availability, please view our rental information or email Rentals.NJSM@sos.nj.gov.

Available Rental spaces:

First Floor West Gallery
Riverview Court

This exceptional space is an ideal setting for buffet receptions, intimate sit-down dinners, business seminars and more. Available evenings and weekends only.

Auditorium
Auditorium

The 384-seat Auditorium is available for a wide variety of lectures, conferences, movie premieres, theater performances and more.

Additional rental spaces

 

 

 

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