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Official Site of The State of New Jersey
Department of State
New Jersey State Museum
The Hon. Tahesha Way, Secretary of State
New Jersey State Museum Update
The State Museum is now open regular operating hours. Masks are required for all visitors over the age of 2.
The Museum Shop will be closed Tue. October 26 ; it will reopen Wed. October 27 at 10:00 am.
We apologize for any inconvenience. The Online Shop is open 24/7!
Events Calendar
Planetarium reopening!
Be among the first to see a show in ultra-high definition when the Planetarium reopens on Saturday, Oct. 30. Two showings of fan-favorite “Laser Halloween," at 10:00 am and 2:00 pm, on both Saturday and Sunday, plus other new shows. Kids 12 and under can also complete a stellar museum-wide scavenger hunt for a prize.
Admission for the Planetarium is $10 for adults and $5 for kids ages 12 and under. Tickets available at the Planetarium Box Office, 30 minutes before show time.
Planetarium Shows
10:00 am Laser Halloween
11:00 am EXO: Are we alone?
12:00 pm Destination Mars
1:00 pm Climate Change
2:00 pm Laser Halloween
3:00 pm EXO: Are we alone?
Come to our Halloween Spooktacular!
Get “Lost in Space” at our annual Halloween Spooktacular! Join the Spooktacular Parade and show off your costume, plus enter to win one of 12 giveaway packages. Parade participants ages 12 and under will also receive one free ticket to experience a Planetarium show! The Spooktacular Parade will take place outside, around the Museum plaza, at 12:30 pm; lineup for the parade begins at 12:00 pm.
Other spooky space offerings include take-and-make alien crafts, DIY laser blasters, and trick-or-treat goodies. We can’t wait to space out with you!
Planetarium Shows
12:00 pm Season of Light
1:00 pm One World, One Sky
2:00 pm Climate Change
3:00 pm EXO: Are we Alone?
Small Explorers: Harvest Time
Join Miss Beth for Small Explorers Harvest Time! Small Explorers is a FREE program for children ages 5 and under and their families. Every month we explore a new theme through storytelling, museum objects, crafts, games, and playtime! November's theme is Harvest Time.
Registration CLOSES Saturday, November 6th; use the links below to register for either the in-person or virtual session.
Space is limited to the first 10 families for the in-person session. You MUST fill out this form to register for the in-person session.
Space is limited to the first 20 families for the virtual session. You MUST fill out this form to register for the virtual session.
Planetarium Shows
12:00 pm Season of Light
1:00 pm One World, One Sky
2:00 pm Climate Change
3:00 pm EXO: Are we Alone?
Planetarium Shows
12:00 pm Season of Light
1:00 pm One World, One Sky
2:00 pm Climate Change
3:00 pm EXO: Are we Alone?
Black Friday Planetarium Shows
Planetarium Shows
12:00 pm Season of Light
1:00 pm One World, One Sky
2:00 pm Climate Change
3:00 pm EXO: Are we Alone?
Planetarium Shows
12:00 pm Season of Light
1:00 pm One World, One Sky
2:00 pm Laser Holiday Magic!
3:00 pm EXO: Are we Alone?
Planetarium Shows
12:00 pm Season of Light
1:00 pm One World, One Sky
2:00 pm Laser Holiday Magic!
3:00 pm EXO: Are we Alone?
Planetarium Shows
12:00 pm Season of Light
1:00 pm One World, One Sky
2:00 pm Laser Holiday Magic!
3:00 pm EXO: Are we Alone?
Planetarium Shows
12:00 pm Season of Light
1:00 pm One World, One Sky
2:00 pm Laser Holiday Magic!
3:00 pm EXO: Are we Alone?
Patriot’s Week Planetarium Shows
Planetarium Shows
12:00 pm Season of Light
1:00 pm One World, One Sky
2:00 pm Laser Holiday Magic!
3:00 pm EXO: Are we Alone?
Upcoming Events
Oct. 31, 12 noon – 3:00 pm
Get “Lost in Space” at our annual Halloween Spooktacular! Join the Spooktacular Parade and show off your costume, plus enter to win one of 12 giveaway packages. Parade participants ages 12 and under will also receive one free ticket to experience a Planetarium show! The Spooktacular Parade will take place outside, around the Museum plaza, at 12:30 pm; lineup for the parade begins at 12:00 pm.
Other spooky space offerings include take-and-make alien crafts, DIY laser blasters, and trick-or-treat goodies. We can’t wait to space out with you!
Small Explorer videos found here
The Small Explorers Series is for children 6 months to 5 years old with their caregivers. Each month we explore a different theme through stories, crafts, and play. The program is 45 minutes long and begins promptly. It's held the second weekend of each month on Saturday, in-person in the Discovery Den at 11:00 am, then virtually at 12:15 pm. The program is FREE, but space is limited; advance registration is required. For more information or to register contact Beth.Cooper@sos.nj.gov.
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.
Upcoming: Small Explorers Harvest Time
November 13
11:00 - 11:45 am In-person session
12:15 - 1:00 pm Virtual session
Join Miss Beth for Small Explorers Harvest Time! To register for one of these sessions click here
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:
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
The 384-seat Auditorium is available for a wide variety of lectures, conferences, movie premieres, theater performances and more.
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