As a child, there were few moments more magical than the sweet anticipation of winter break. With class out of session and holidays just waiting to be enjoyed, there is much to celebrate during this heartwarming time of year. While many of our families are typically busy with work, school, and countless extracurricular activities, during the holiday season, we are given the rare opportunity to slow down, connect with friends and loved ones, and cherish this special time together. If you’re looking to make magical memories with those you hold dear this holiday season, look no further than the New Jersey State Museum for family-friendly fun for every member of the family.
Beginning this week, throughout the remainder of December, the New Jersey State Museum will be hosting a number of winter break drop-in activities. These fun and free sessions invite families to come explore the museum, provide engaging hands-on crafts and activities, and offer young learners an accessible way to explore the many exciting topics covered throughout the museum.
Each of the upcoming drop-in sessions will take place from 12 to 3 pm at the New Jersey State Museum (NJSM) campus, located at 205 W State St, Trenton, NJ 08608. The NJSM offers visitors an abundance of free parking within its adjoining lot; there are also plenty of spaces available in nearby garages, as well as metered street parking. Each of the drop-in activities will be hosted inside the museum’s Imagination Den, which is located on the Museum’s lower level. The topics and activities to be covered at the upcoming festivities include:
- Saturday, December 21st: Make a handmade ornament
- Friday, December 27th: Create a a yarn mastodon
- Saturday, December 28: Create a birch bark box
- Sunday, December 29: Create a snowflake craft
These programs are completely free to attended and no advanced registration is required. As always, admission to the New Jersey State Museum remains free to all visitors. If you wish to support the Museum’s important work and assure this priceless resource remains free to visitors from all over the Garden State, donations can be made here: Donate – NJSM. To learn more and plan your trip, please check out the NJSM website, linked here: Plan Your Trip.
For more details on this and other exciting happenings at the New Jersey State Museum, please visit their website, linked here: NJSM – Home. You can also keep up with the NJSM on their social media, including Facebook, X, Instagram, and YouTube. Any questions or concerns prior to the event may be directed to NJSM staff at (609) 292-6464. The wonders of winter break only arrive once a year, so be sure to take advantage and make your way to the New Jersey State Museum for a bit of fun for everyone!
