The fairies of Liberty Hall have left a string of clues on our trails. Join us as we unlock the secrets in each clue and search for the fairies. We’ll also make some enchanted fairy crafts, have a snack and hear a favorite fairy tale. Program includes a snack. Recommended for ages 6-12. There are […]
The Arboretum at Liberty Hall is the setting for this tree-mendous program where we'll learn all about the vital role of trees in our world. We'll get up close and personal with some of Liberty Hall's Champion and Heritage trees and learn how to identify different tree species by their leaves. Program includes a snack. […]
Learn how Revolutionary era spies used codes, dead drops and ciphers to convey military intelligence. Follow clues to find a secret message, learn to decode using the pig-pen code, and participate in a musket drill. All children will create and take home their own secret code book. Program includes a snack. Recommended for ages 6-12. […]
Join us virtually! William Livingston: General, Governor, and Signer of the Constitution Help Liberty Hall Museum celebrate Constitution Day with our Third Thursday Lecture Series. James Madison reportedly once said " William Livingston did not take an active part in the debates at the Constitutional Convention but he was placed on important Committees where it […]
Many members of Early American communities were tradespersons, all providing necessary goods and services that made it possible to build a house like Liberty Hall. We will learn about the roles of the different tradespersons who worked together to form an interdependent community web. Drop-off Program. Designed for students grades 1 through 5. Program includes […]
The fairies of Liberty Hall have left a string of clues on our trails. Join us as we unlock the secrets in each clue and search for the fairies. We will also make some enchanted fairy crafts and hear a favorite fairy tale. Drop of program. Designed for students grades 1 through 5. Program includes […]
All of the historic house museums in Union County will be open with free admission for the weekend! Visit http://ucnj.org/4c for more information on this wonderful countywide event! Liberty Hall Museum will have the first floor of the main house open for this special event weekend. Tours will be scheduled on the hour. Recommended for […]
Board games have occupied children and adults alike for thousands of years. We will learn about the history of board games and take a look at some 20th century games left behind at Liberty Hall by the Kean children. Students will use a variety of materials to craft their own original board game. Drop-off program. […]
Explore the world of architecture! Through hands-on activities, students will gain an understanding of the types of building materials used for houses and homes around the world. By examining the buildings on Liberty Hall's property, students will learn how different building materials were used throughout time and how climate, building function, and culture affect architecture. Students will spend time in our "design lab" creating their own two and three dimensional structures from a wide variety of materials.
It's cold outside! Cozy up and join us virtually! Let's bundle up for Liberty Hall's Virtual Third Thursday Lecture all about quilting!