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

Events Calendar

Touch the Stars
Sept 23 2023

Spanish-language Planetarium shows

10:00 am  Astronauta
11:00 am  Tierra Dinámica

Touch the Stars
Sept 23-24 2023

Planetarium Shows - Weekend Schedule (Sat & Sun)

12:00 pm  Tales of Mayan Skies
1:00 pm  The Moon
2:00 pm  Touch the Stars
3:00 pm  Áróra

Touch the Stars
Sept 30 2023

Planetarium Shows - Weekend Schedule (Sat & Sun)

12:00 pm  Tales of Mayan Skies
1:00 pm  The Moon
2:00 pm  Touch the Stars
3:00 pm  Áróra

Touch the Stars
Oct 1 2023

Planetarium Shows - Weekend Schedule (Sat & Sun)

12:00 pm  Tales of Mayan Skies
1:00 pm  The Moon
2:00 pm  Touch the Stars
3:00 pm  Áróra

Touch the Stars
October 3-6 2023

Weekday Planetarium Program

2:30 pm  Áróra

Touch the Stars
October 6 2023

Star talk & observation

Doors open 6:30 PM, talk begins 7:00 PM
Join us for a sky talk in the Planetarium! After the talk we’ll form a convoy to drive up to the observatory at Washington Crossing (about a 20 min. drive) for star observations with members of the Amateur Astronomy Association of Princeton. If the weather is bad we’ll follow the talk with a free showing of Áróra.

Touch the Stars
Oct 7-8 2023

Planetarium Shows - Weekend Schedule (Sat & Sun)

12:00 pm  Destination Mars
1:00 pm  The Moon
2:00 pm  EXO: Are We Alone
3:00 pm  Áróra

Touch the Stars
October 10-13 2023

Weekday Planetarium Program

2:30 pm  Áróra

Touch the Stars
October 14 2023

Partial solar eclipse

11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Weather permitting we’ll have equipment to view the eclipse at noon, plus solar themed craft activities

Touch the Stars
October 14 2023

Small Explorers: Museum Adventures

9:45 AM, 11:00 AM or 12:15 PM
This month in our Small Explorers program, we’re reading “The Museum” by Susan Verde, illustrated by Peter H. Reynolds. We will be exploring the shapes, colors and feelings that a walk through an art gallery provides. Build with different shape blocks, find the colors hidden in our space, make your own piece of art and learn the words for how it makes us feel. Let’s get inspired to create. “When I see a work of art, something happens in my heart!” Registration required

Touch the Stars
Oct 14-15 2023

Planetarium Shows - Weekend Schedule (Sat & Sun)

12:00 pm  Destination Mars
1:00 pm  The Moon
2:00 pm  EXO: Are We Alone
3:00 pm  Áróra

Touch the Stars
October 17-20 2023

Weekday Planetarium Program

2:30 pm  Áróra

Touch the Stars
October 20 2023

Star talk & observation

Doors open 6:30 PM, talk begins 7:00 PM
Join us for a sky talk in the Planetarium! After the talk we’ll form a convoy to drive up to the observatory at Washington Crossing (about a 20 min. drive) for star observations with members of the Amateur Astronomy Association of Princeton. If the weather is bad we’ll follow the talk with a free showing of Áróra.

Touch the Stars
October 21 2023

International Archaeology Day

Join us for activities and more!

Touch the Stars
Oct 21-22 2023

Planetarium Shows - Weekend Schedule (Sat & Sun)

12:00 pm  Destination Mars
1:00 pm  The Moon
2:00 pm  EXO: Are We Alone
3:00 pm  Áróra

Touch the Stars
October 24-27 2023

Weekday Planetarium Program

2:30 pm  Áróra

Touch the Stars
October 28 2023

Spanish language Planetarium shows

10:00 pm  Cuentos de Cielos Mayas
11:00 am  Astronauta

Touch the Stars
Oct 28 2023

Halloween Spooktacular

11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
12:00 PM Costume parade
2:00 PM Free Planetarium show
Join us for our annual event! Scavenger hunt, crafts, games, photo wall, costume parade and a free Planetarium show!

Upcoming Events

Planetarium News:

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Spanish language programs are offered on the fourth Saturday of each month.

The Planetarium will begin offering weekday Planetarium shows Tuesday through Friday at 2:30 PM, beginning Oct. 3. All show titles and times are listed on the Calendar page.

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 am and 11:00 am 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.

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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