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Top 14 places in New Jersey for Art
byShiry
Live update: Updated February 15, 2022Copy link
Copy link1. Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences
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ShiryThe Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences (LBIF) was established in 1948 as a non-profit institution by artist Boris Blai to provide arts and educational opportunities to the surrounding communities. Blai, a sculptor and founding Dean of Tyler School of Art, Temple University, had a vision that through exceptional art exhibitions, classes, and cultural activities the LBIF could provide visitors an opportunity to experience and share quality arts and cultural programming. For 70 years the LBIF has delivered this mission through its exhibition programs, classes, craft gallery, visiting artist’s programs, artist residency and retreat programs.
2. Hunterdon Art Museum
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3. Macculloch Hall Historical Museum
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:ShiryToday, the museum is renowned for its major collection of works by America’s leading 19th century political cartoonist, Thomas Nast, who lived across the avenue. Nast is known for popularizing the Republican Elephant, Democratic Donkey, and America’s image of Santa Claus. The museum’s three exhibit galleries complement ten period rooms furnished with fine English and American decorative arts.
4. Montclair Art Museum
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:ShiryLocation: 3 S Mountain Avenue, Montclair, NJ 07042, United States. For more details: http://www.montclairartmuseum.org , 973-746-5555
5. Morris Museum
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6. New Jersey State Museum
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7. Princeton University Art Museum
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8. The Center for Contemporary Art
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:ShiryThe Center for Contemporary Art is a vibrant regional art center with studio art classes, a summer art camp, rotating exhibitions and community outreach programs. Art classes for children and adults are offered in painting (oils, acrylic and watercolor), ceramics, pottery, drawing, pastels, photography and more. Exhibitions of contemporary art are presented in three galleries, as well as annual members’, international juried and youth art month exhibits. Outreach programs bring art experiences to children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, at-risk youth, seniors, adults with disabilities and people affected by cancer
9. The Monmouth Museum
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10. The Newark Museum
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:ShiryLocation: 49 Washington Street, Newark, NJ 07102, United States. For more details: http://www.newarkmuseum.org , 973-596-6550
11. The Stickley Museum at Craftsman Farms
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:ShiryLocation: 2352 Rt 10-West, Morris Plains, NJ 07950, United States. For more details: http://www.stickleymuseum.org , 973-540-0311
12. The Trenton City Museum at Ellarslie
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:ShiryThe Trenton City Museum at Ellarslie Mansion located in Cadwalader Park, designed by Frederick Law Olmsted in 1900, is a model museum working to keep the arts, culture, and history of the community alive and relevant and, as a result, helps redefine the perception of the city of Trenton.
13. Visual Arts Center of New Jersey
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:ShiryFor more than 80 years, the Visual Arts Center of New Jersey has been recognized as a leading arts institution in the tri-state region, serving over 30,000 individuals each year. Comprised of a renowned Studio School, a thriving exhibitions schedule, and a diverse calendar of programs and events, the Art Center engages the community in visual learning, interpretive programs, and art-making experiences in order to fulfill our mission of bringing art and people together.
14. Wheaton Arts and Cultural Center
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:ShiryWheaton Arts and Cultural Center, founded as Wheaton Village in 1968, is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization with a mission to engage artists and audiences in an evolving exploration of creativity. Celebrating its 50th anniversary throughout 2020, WheatonArts has earned regional, national and international recognition for its unique collections and programs.
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