Liberty Hall Museum

Guided House Tour and Boxed Lunch
2024-08-21 11:00 - 13:00, 2024-08-28 11:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Liberty Hall Museum, 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
Every Wednesday this summer we will be offering a boxed lunch add-on for our 11 am guided house tour. The boxed lunch will be served at Noon following the house tour. Lunch will be at a picnic table in our lovely gardens reserved just for you!
*Reservations for the boxed lunch add-on option must be made at least one week in advance. We will email you with the sandwich choices once the reservation has been made.

Ladies of Liberty Hall: Women's History Month Tour
2024-08-25 13:00 - 14:00, 2024-09-22 13:00 - 14:00, 2024-10-27 13:00 - 14:00, 2024-11-24 13:00 - 14:00, 2024-12-22 13:00 - 14:00 | 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
From Susan Livingston, daughter of Governor Livingston, whose daring exploits saved Liberty Hall from the British during the Revolutionary War, to Mary Alice Barney Kean who worked tirelessly for the preservation of our historic structures, to Abbe, an enslaved woman who attempted to self-emancipate while in Paris, the ladies of Liberty Hall have played an important role in the history of our community and our nation. This is a special tour of Liberty Hall that highlights the incredible women who lived and labored at this historic home.

Pop-Up Summer Adventures: Fire Truck Fun!
2024-08-28 15:00 - 16:00 | Liberty Hall Museum, 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
The Firehouse has never been more fun! Craft your own Fire Truck, complete a Firehouse Museum scavenger hunt, learn the importance of fire safety, and play on our 1950s Fire Truck! This program is designed for students in Kindergarten through 5th grade. Children are welcome to stay with an adult or be dropped off!
Reservations required.

Uncork History: Romance, Gender, and John Quincy Adams
2024-08-28 18:30 - 20:30 | Liberty Hall Museum, 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
Enjoy our summer series in the garden and join us for Uncork History: Romance, Gender, and John Quincy Adams. Most people know about John and Abigail Adams’s famous marriage, but what did their son have to say about love and America’s young ladies? At this Uncork History, you can learn more about how women were expected to behave in the earliest years of the United States, how courtships formed and fell apart, and what young people’s social lives looked like, all from the perspective of a young John Quincy Adams, the United States’ future sixth president. Afterward relax in our historic gardens with wine and finger foods, as the sun sets. It’s perfect for a date night or a night out with friends!
Light refreshments served. Must be 21 years or older to attend.
Reservations Required.

Summer Adventures: Back to School -- Colonial Style!
2024-09-10 16:00 - 17:30 | Liberty Hall Museum, 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
Step back in time and experience life as a colonial student! Use a hornbook to study spelling, a deck of cards to practice math facts, and a quill to perfect your penmanship! Learn about life in the 1700s in our historical space, listen to a colonial story, eat a snack, and make your own hornbooks to take home. This drop-off program is designed for students in grades 1st to 5th and includes a snack.
Reservations Required.

Daniel Adam Maltz: Fortepianist Concert
2024-09-15 15:00 - 16:00 | Liberty Hall Museum, 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
Join Liberty Hall as we welcome Daniel Adam Maltz as he performs a concert in the Great Hall. Mr. Maltz is a world-renowned fortepianist based in Vienna, Austria, and he specializes in Weiner Klassik (Viennese Classicism)-especially the works of Haydn, Mozart, and Beethoven- performed on the Viennese fortepianos of their time.
Limited ticket availability. Reservations Required.

Governor Livingston Housewarming Party!
2024-09-26 18:00 - 22:00 | Liberty Hall Museum, 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
Thank you to our generous Sponsors:
The Kean Family
Joel Siegel Esq.
BCB Bank
BCN Telecom
The Glenmede Trust Company
Grace Photography
Kean University Alumni Association
Kean University Foundation
ORLOFF, LOWENBACH, STIFELMAN & SIEGEL, PA

Liberty Hall is celebrating its 250-year history and the legacy of its first resident, William Livingston, New Jersey’s first elected governor (1776 – 1790). In honor of this significant milestone, we invite you to join us in celebrating the past and making a vital contribution to our exciting future. The celebration promises to be an evening that is in keeping with the home’s tradition of fine hospitality. The event proceeds will support the preservation and sustainability of Liberty Hall and the community-focused programs at the Museum for children and patrons of all ages, connecting us to our rich historical past.
Experience the uniqueness of Liberty Hall in honor of this 250th anniversary. We offer our guests an opportunity to stroll the 23 acres of manicured grounds, including the formal garden, enjoy an assortment of specially prepared food selections featuring ingredients sourced from local New Jersey farms, and celebrate Liberty Hall’s unique historical place.
For more information or to purchase your tickets, please contact Rachael Goldberg at 908-527-0400 or email at ragoldberg@kean.edu
**Reservations required by September 23, 2024

Afterschool Adventures: Ghost Hunt at Liberty Hall
2024-10-08 16:00 - 17:30 | Liberty Hall Museum, 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
Join us for a Ghost Hunt around the Liberty Hall grounds! Explore the pet cemetery, learn about the ghost sightings at Liberty Hall, and the history of Halloween in New Jersey. End the day by listening to a story, having a snack, and making your own ghost friend to bring home!
The drop-off program is designed for students in grades 1st to 5th and includes a snack. Reservations Required.

Veterans Day Commemoration
2024-11-11 14:00 - 16:00 | Liberty Hall Museum, 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
Commemorate Veterans Day with Liberty Hall! Join us as we rededicate the the William Livingston Monument at its new home in front of Liberty Hall. We will celebrate with the Color Guard of the NJ Society Sons of the American Revolution, listen to a lecture of Livingston and Kean family members who served in the military and enjoy some light refreshments.

Afterschool Adventures: Toys through Time
2024-11-13 16:00 - 17:30 | Liberty Hall Museum, 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
Come play with us at Liberty Hall! Join us as we learn about toys through time. Make a corn husk doll, play with real colonial era games, and see real toys that have been played with through the centuries. The program is designed for students in grades 1st to 5th and includes a snack.
Drop off program. Reservations Required.

Gingerbread House Workshop
2024-12-07 13:00 - 14:30 | Liberty Hall Museum, 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
Candy canes, gumdrops and peppermint sticks, oh my! Children get to build and decorate a unique gingerbread house, a perfect treat for the start of the holiday season. We provide all the materials including lots of candy and icing, and you go home with a great gingerbread house creation to enjoy throughout the season!
Reservations required. Space is limited.

Afterschool Adventures: Winter Wings
2024-12-10 16:00 - 17:30 | Liberty Hall Museum, 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
Join us for a bird-spotting scavenger hunt around our winter gardens and learn about the birds that love Liberty Hall, so much, they stick around all year! Participants will make a bird feeder for their feathered friends at home! The program is designed for students in grades 1st to 5th and includes a snack.
Drop off program. Reservations Required.

Candy Canes & Cocktails
2024-12-13 19:00 - 21:00 | Liberty Hall Museum, 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
Enjoy cocktails as you build and decorate a gingerbread house! Come out for a relaxing evening, leave some of your holiday stress behind and indulge your creative inner child to your heart’s content! We provide the gingerbread house, icing, and all the candy you could ever want to build and create your dream house come true! Also, wear your best “Ugly Sweater” and win a prize! Holiday music will be playing while you enjoy wine, beer, a signature cocktail, and light refreshments.
Includes all materials and refreshments. Space is limited. Reservations required.

Wednesday Night at the Museum: Exclusive Madeira Tasting
2025-02-26 19:00 - 21:00 | Liberty Hall Museum, 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
Do you know we have a historic wine cellar? Enjoy Liberty Hall’s Wednesday Night at the Museum series with an exclusive Madeira wine tasting! Learn how, during a recent restoration, one of the country’s largest and rarest collections of 18th-century Madeira wine was discovered tucked away in the wine cellar. Discover why Madeira wine was the favorite of many of our Founding Fathers: George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, and Benjamin Franklin, to name a few. After your exclusive Madeira wine tasting, sip on a signature drink and snack, and socialize while learning more about historic Liberty Hall. A fun trivia game and time to mingle will conclude the Night at the Museum!
Must be 21 years or older. Reservations Required.

Afternoon Tea at Liberty Hall
2025-03-12 14:00 - 16:00 | Liberty Hall Museum, 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
Enjoy our tremendously popular tea service! In the grand tradition of Mary Alice (Barney) Kean, the last lady of the house, join Liberty Hall for its exquisite Afternoon Tea. Guests will be treated to tea and delicious English-style cuisine and desserts, including a sumptuous selection of scones, assorted pastries, traditional finger sandwiches, and the freshest of fruit. Enjoy your afternoon tea experience on our glass porch of the main house overlooking our beautiful gardens. In addition to tea, a tour of The Museum at Liberty Hall follows this special afternoon tea.
Space is limited. Reservations required.

Ladies of Liberty Hall: Women's History Month Tour
2025-03-22 | Liberty Hall Museum, 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
From Susan Livingston, daughter of Governor Livingston, whose daring exploits saved Liberty Hall from the British during the Revolutionary War, to Abbe, an enslaved woman who attempted to self-emancipate while in Paris, to Mary Alice (Barney) Kean, who worked tirelessly for the preservation of our historic structures, the ladies of Liberty Hall have played an important role in the history of our community and our nation. Celebrate Women’s History Month with a Liberty Hall tour highlighting the incredible women who lived and labored at this historic home.

Annual Easter Egg Hunt!
2025-04-19 14:00 - 15:30 | Liberty Hall Museum, 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
Children will explore the grounds of Liberty Hall, searching for plastic eggs filled with holiday treats hidden throughout the landscape. A surprise visit from the Easter Bunny will cap off the event.
This event is Rain or Shine! Reservations required. Space is limited to 100 children per session.

The Garden Conservancy, Open Days: Digging Deeper at Liberty Hall
2025-04-26 10:00 - 12:00 | Liberty Hall Museum, 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
The gardens of Liberty Hall trace their origin to 1760 when William Livingston, a seminal figure in American history, purchased the property and began developing a planting scheme that his descendants would carry out over three centuries. Join The Garden Conservancy and Liberty Hall as we review the extensive historical documents and artifacts that chronicle the development of Liberty Hall and our storied garden and tour the grounds that have continued to evolve and transform while adhering to the vision of our former residents.
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Formosa Quartet
2025-04-26 15:00 - 17:00 | 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
Liberty Hall Museum and Lyrica Chamber Music present the world-renowned Formosa Quartet in a family-friendly and interactive concert. The concert will be followed by a hands-on workshop for ages 5-12.
The concert has been funded in part by a HEART (History, Education, Arts Reaching Thousands) Grant from the Union County Board of County Commissioners.
Recommended for ages 5 and up.

Girl Scout Program: Trees, Crests, Traditions, Oh My!
2025-05-20 16:00 - 17:30 | Liberty Hall Museum, 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
Discover the importance of family and tradition through Liberty Hall’s collection of artifacts and family stories. Girl Scouts will explore Liberty Hall’s family stories and create their own family crests to bring home. Upon completing this program, Girl Scouts will have fulfilled several requirements for the Brownie “My Family Story” badge.
Reservations required. Space is limited.

Uncork History: Rhythms of a Nation, The Drumset's Evolution in History
2025-05-28 18:30 - 20:30 | Liberty Hall Museum, 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
Enjoy our summer series in the garden and join us for Uncork History: Rhythms of a Nation, The Drumset’s Evolution in American History. Explore a century of music evolution (1865-1965) through the Drums. The drumset is an American invention and represents a collection of sounds and instruments from around the world, having evolved alongside major historical events. Learn how wars, immigration, prohibition, radio, and television all had an effect on the instrument and music as a whole. Justin will perform songs from various eras in history, from New Orleans jazz to R&B. Guests will also have a chance to test their rhythm skills on the instrument! Afterward, relax in our historic gardens with wine and finger foods, as the sun sets. It’s perfect for a late spring date night or a night out with friends!
Light refreshments served. Reservations Required. Must be 21 years or older to attend.

Girl Scout Program: Cadettes for Democracy
2025-06-03 15:00 - 16:30 | Liberty Hall Museum, 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
Learn about the complex structures of our federal and state government while also exploring the home of the first elected governor of New Jersey. Cadettes will discover how our democracy works, become inspired by historical women in government, and learn to take action in their own community. This program fulfills several requirements for the Democracy for Cadettes badge.
Reservations Required. Space is limited.

Uncork History: Christian Dior Wartime Fashion
2025-06-25 18:30 - 20:30 | Liberty Hall Museum, 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
Enjoy our summer series in the garden and join us for Uncork History: Christian Dior Wartime Fashion. Come and explore how Christian Dior created his iconic fashion house. Drawing inspiration from his family garden in Normandy, Dior’s goal was to accentuate the female body as fashion became restricted due to World War II. As Dior created the “New Look”, he set himself apart from other designers. Explore the details of Dior as we showcase some of the dresses from our collection for this special Uncork History event. Afterward, relax in our historic gardens with wine and finger foods, as the sun sets. It’s perfect for a late spring date night or a night out with friends!
Light refreshments served—reservations required. Attendees must be 21 years or older.

Maker Mondays at Liberty Hall: Independence Day!
2025-07-07 10:00 - 14:00 | Liberty Hall Museum, 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
Celebrate Independence Day on Maker Monday!
Please drop in to our makerspace for Fourth of July-themed activities and crafts. Make and build what you wish and stay as long as you like! This program is designed for students in grades 1 through 5, and a caregiver or guardian must accompany children. You are also welcome to pack a snack or lunch and use one of our picnic tables or benches in our garden.
Reservations suggested, walk-ins accepted.

Toddler Time: Teddy Bear Picnic
2025-07-09 10:30 - 11:30 | Liberty Hall Museum, 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
Teddy Bear, Teddy Bear, turn around. Teddy Bear, Teddy Bear, touch the ground. Teddy Bear, Teddy Bear, please sit down…for a picnic with me!
Invite your little one’s favorite teddy bear, pack their favorite snacks, and join us for a “beary” fun picnic in our lovely gardens. We will provide the iced tea and lemonade. What do teddy bears do at a picnic? Do they drink tea? Do they comb their fur? Tiny Tots’ imagination will let us know! Completing the picnic fun will be teddy bear games, dancing, and story time!
Recommended for ages 2 to 4 years. Pay your age! Accompanying adults are $5—reservations required.
