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Adventure Aquarium
Camden, New Jersey

Aquarium, Children's, General, Natural History, Science, Specialized

Immerse yourself in our watery world and get ready to experience the life aquatic at the Adventure Aquarium on the Waterfront. Now you can get hands-on, up close and more interactive than you ever imagined with these creatures of the sea. In our Aquarium Adventures program you can swim with the sharks, train and feed the seals, or go behind the scenes with our adorable penguins. So, shake off your fear. Take a deep breath. And dive in for the adventure of your life.

Historic Speedwell
Morristown, New Jersey

Culture, General, History, Historic House, Science

Experience life during the early years of the Industrial Revolution and dawn of a new era in communications. This 7.5-acre National Historic Landmark site preserves the restored estate of Stephen Vail, proprietor of the Speedwell Iron Works from the early to mid-1800's. Experience life during the mid 19th century through guided tours, special events, programs, and exhibits

Liberty Science Center
Jersey City, New Jersey

Science

Liberty Science Center (LSC.org) is a 300,000-square-foot learning center located in Liberty State Park on the Jersey City bank of the Hudson near the Statue of Liberty. The Science Center houses 12 museum exhibition halls, a live animal collection with 110 species, giant aquariums, a 3D theater, live simulcast surgeries, hurricane- and tornado-force wind simulators, K-12 classrooms and labs, teacher-development programs, and the Western Hemisphere's biggest planetarium—the Jennifer Chalsty Planetarium and LSC Giant Dome Theater. More than 750,000 students, teachers, and parents visit Liberty Science Center each year, and tens of thousands more participate in the Center's off-site and online programs.

Roebling Museum
Roebling, New Jersey

Culture, History, Historic House, Science

Welcome to the Roebling Museum! Located in the historic village of Roebling,New Jersey, the museum presents the story of the engineering genius of John A. Roebling, the Roebling family, the company town of Roebling and the technological innovations and products produced by the company that shaped the industrialized world.

The Cora Hartshorn Arboretum
Short Hills, New Jersey

Arboretum, Art, Botanical Garden, Children's, History, Library, Natural History, Nature Centers, Park, Science

The Arboretum trails pass kettle moraines, hilly slopes and a natural amphitheater created by glaciers. Our grounds host a variety of native New Jersey wildflower species and are home to over 40 species of trees, many species of birds and an array of ferns.

Thomas Warne Museum
Matawan, New Jersey

Anthropology, Archaeology, Art, Cemetery, Children's, Church, History, Historic House, Historical Society, Library

Thomas Warne Museum stands on the brink of a becoming a vital historical site in Old Bridge amid the burgeoning of suburban sprawl. The museum is a source of historical data from the earliest days of the town's history. Michael Launay, VP of the Madison Township Historical Society, has authored a book with the assistance of former museum curator, Alvia Martin, "Old Bridge" and is currently working on "Old Bridge Founding Families" for the society. The museum contains a 1912 film, "The Juggernaut" filmed locally on a waxed spindel, various pottery jars, hand-turned wrought iron and the original one-room school house in which the museum is located. Another facet of the museum is the geneological data and photos as well as maps of antiquity.

Vintage Computer Federation Museum
Wall, New Jersey

History, Library, Science, Specialized

We collect, preserve, and restore computer artifacts in order to educate the public about the history of the information age. Currently we have four exhibits: mainframes, minicomputers, microcomputers, and modern times. Many of the systems are restored and operable under docent supervision. Our collection also includes software, documentation, and all types of peripherals.

Bergen Museum of Art & Science
Teaneck, New Jersey

Art, Culture, Science

The museum presents its programs in partnership with city and gallery spaces. Currently operating as a museum "without walls" the museum's private art collection is composed of Regional historical and local artwork that includes the Bergen Museum's Stefan Knapp Mural (once displayed on the Alexander's building in Paramus and also known as the Alexander's Mural), paintings, photographs, and two Mastodon skeletons.

Invention Factory Science Center
Trenton, New Jersey

Science

Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park
Paterson, New Jersey

Archaeology, General, History, Natural History, Park, Science

There is currently no visitor center. We are without indoor facilities pending new visitor center construction.

Sterling Hill Mine Tour & Museum
Ogdensburg, New Jersey

History, Science

Most everything manmade has something to do with mining. At the Sterling Hill Mine Tour & Museum we'll show you just how it's done. From drilling and blasting to the processing of the ore. Right here in NJ is one of the worlds richest zinc ore deposits, the area boasts over 350 minerals, about 70 of which fluoresce. That's about 10% of the known minerals in the world right here in NJ. As well as the best fluorescent mineral deposit in the world. Come take a tour of a real underground mine and see for yourself the one and only fluorescent “Rainbow Room” and the world’s largest collection of world wide fluorescents anywhere on earth. You can collect fluorescent minerals yourself 7 days a week when the museum is open.

Thomas Edison National Historical Park
West Orange, New Jersey

History, Historic House, Park, Science, Specialized

Thomas Edison National Historical Park is comprised of the Laboratory Complex and his home, the Glenmont Estate.

Trailside Nature & Science Center
Mountainside, New Jersey

Science

WheatonArts
Millville, New Jersey

Art, Culture, History, Library, Science

Watch world-class glass art created in the Glass Studio. Tour the Museum of American Glass with its notable collection. Walk through the Craft Studios and see skilled artists at work. Browse through the finest selection of handcrafted gift items in our award-winning museum stores. A variety of special events, exhibitions and educational programs are offered throughout the year.

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2024 Colorado-Wyoming ANNUAL MEETING

May 1 - 4, 2024

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Ohio Museums Association 2024 Conference with AMM

July 24 - August 3, 2024

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South Carolina Federation of Museums 2024 Conference

September 16 - 18, 2024

Laurens, South Carolina

Museums Alaska: 2024 Conference

September 25 - 28, 2024

Fairbanks, Alaska

Florida Association of Museums 2024 Annual Conference & Exposition

October 13 - 16, 2024

Daytona Beach, Florida

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