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. […]
Get ready for Valentine’s Day with your little man! Moms, grandmas, and aunts: grab your sons, grandsons, and nephews and have some fun! Enjoy games, crafts, snacks, punch, and a photo booth area while making special memories. Recommended for ages 4-8. Unfortunately, because of Covid restrictions, we must limit ticket sales to ONE adult […]
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’ll learn about the roles of the different tradespersons who worked together to form an interdependent community web. Recommended for grades 1st- 5th. Buy Tickets Buy Tickets on Eventbrite […]
Board games have occupied children and adults alike for thousands of years. We’ll 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. Recommended for grades […]
Participate in our Chinese New Year party at Liberty Hall! The Year of the Ox begins on February 12th and we are celebrating by making lots of crafts – from dragon puppets to “porcelain” plates – that emulate traditional Chinese craftsmanship and icons. Americans have adored Chinese imagery since before the Revolution (what people in […]
Travel back to Medieval times to learn the history surrounding coats of arms. We’ll look at the family crest created for the Kean family and some of the objects in the museum and at the university that bear that crest before designing our own crests using authentic symbols handed down from the Middle Ages. Recommended […]
This is a Virtual event! Beer! We love it, you love it, but how did these basic ingredients, malts and hops, become a flourishing industry, an integral part of our communities, and a unique mode of self-expression and artistry in the United States? Join Professor Craig Konyk of Kean University for our February Professors & […]
Beer! We love it, you love it, but how did these basic ingredients, malts and hops, become a flourishing industry, an integral part of our communities, and a unique mode of self-expression and artistry in the United States? Join Professor Craig Konyk of Kean University for our February Professors & Pints: The Architecture of Beer […]
Using documents from the museum's collection, we will examine the role of enslaved people at Liberty Hall during the 18th and early 19th centuries in this interactive program. The program includes a tour of relevant areas of the museum. This is a Virtual program recommended for ages 10 and up.
Liberty Hall has been Frozen over by Queen Elsa and her icy powers! Join us at this Frozen-themed event and make a craft, play games, and warm up at our delicious hot chocolate bar with some sweet treats. A special guest will also make an appearance, so come dressed as your favorite character! Recommended for […]