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Creative Play & Family Drop-Ins

Creative Play and Drop-In activities at the Museum are cancelled until further notice.
 

The Museum is offering a number of free virtual programs for kids aged 3-5 and 5-10, based on our in-gallery experiences.
 

VIRTUAL CREATIVE PLAY

Explore the Museum's art and science collections through virtual storytelling, song, playful activities and an art-making project. For children aged 3-5 and their caregivers. These sessions are in Zoom only.

FREE. Registration required. 

  • Interactive Storytime, January 16, 10am. Click here to register. 
  • The Art of Puppetry, January 30, 10am. Click here to register.
     

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VIRTUAL FAMILY DROP-INS

Virtual Family Drop-ins are movement, artmaking, science experiments and storytelling sessions targeted for kids aged 5-10. These sessions are in Zoom only.

FREE. Registration required.

  • The Art of Magic, January 10, 2pm. Click here to register.
  • Pocket Solar Systems, January 24, 2pm. Click here to register.
     

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Family gallery programs are made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.  

MakerSPACE drop-in programs supported by The Horace W. Goldsmith Foundation.

  

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 Celebrate your own uniqueness! Learn how to express yourself and share with your community!

 

#NMOAatHome Creative Play & Family Drop-Ins

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  • Virtual Creative Play

    Explore the Museum's art and science collections through virtual storytelling, song, playful activities and an art-making project.

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  • Virtual Experiences for All at #NMOAatHome

    Even during this time of physical distancing, The Newark Museum of Art has lots to offer its visitors of all ages. Join us throughout the week for discussions, workshops, gallery tours, social events and more.

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Members of The Newark Museum of Art are able to take part in several members-only events throughout the year, even now through several virtual offerings. And if you are not yet a member, become one today and don't miss out on these exclusive opportunities.

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Monday - Sunday 10am - 5pm
Thursday-Sunday: 10:00 am–5:00 pm
Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday: closed; school groups only (except MLK Jr. Day)
To reserve your tour, call 973.596.6690

Closed: New Year's Day, July 4, Thanksgiving Day & December 25.

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The Newark Museum of Art
973.596.6550
49 Washington Street,
Newark, NJ
07102-3176

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Adult Group: 973.596.6550
School Group: 973.596.6690
Membership: 973.596.6686

The Newark Museum of Art is committed to making its collection, buildings, programs and services accessible to all audiences. For more information click here

Contact Us

Hours

Monday - Sunday 10am - 5pm
Thursday-Sunday: 10:00 am–5:00 pm
Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday: closed; school groups only (except MLK Jr. Day)
To reserve your tour, call 973.596.6690

Closed: New Year's Day, July 4, Thanksgiving Day & December 25.

Directions

Footer Map
The Newark Museum of Art
973.596.6550
49 Washington Street,
Newark, NJ
07102-3176

GET DIRECTIONS


Adult Group: 973.596.6650
School Group: 973.596.6690
Membership: 973.596.6699
The Newark Museum of Art is committed to making its collection, buildings, programs and services accessible to all audiences. For more information click here
49 Washington Street, Newark, NJ 07102-3176 | TERMS OF USE | PRIVACY POLICY
© 2021 THE NEWARK MUSEUM OF ART