Liberty Hall Museum

Uncork History: Iron Horse: Progress at a Price
2021-07-28 18:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
Enjoy our summer series in the garden and join us for Uncork History: The Iron Horse, Progress at a Price. By the late 1800s, the invention of railway travel had connected our country like never before, and brought some unimaginable wealth. But for others, the railroad represented an insatiable industrial monster, tearing through whatever and whoever stood in the way of its mission to manifest destiny. From tycoons to trailblazers to tales of terror, learn about the rise of the Railroad. Afterwards, relax in our historic gardens with wine and finger foods. It’s perfect for a summer date night or a night with friends! Must be 21 years or older to attend.

Toddler Time at Liberty Hall: Bubbles Galore!
2021-08-04 10:30 - 11:30 | Liberty Hall Museum, 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
Join Us Wednesday Mornings For Some Fun Summer Activities Perfect For Your Toddler!
Bubbles! Bubbles! Bubbles! Everywhere!
From tiny bubbles to giant bubbles it is sure to be a bubblicious fun hour! Learning how to make a bubble “snake”, using bubbles to make art and even stepping into a giant bubble. Tiny Tots are sure to love the best part getting to POP all the bubbles! Recommended for ages 2 to 4 years old.

Toddler Time at Liberty Hall: Teddy Bear Picnic
2021-08-11 10:30 - 11:30 | Liberty Hall Museum, 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
Join Us Wednesday Mornings For Some Fun Summer Activities Perfect For Your Toddler!

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 along your little ones 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.

Ladies Night Out
2021-08-13 18:30 - 20:30 | 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
Grab some of your closest friends and join us for a fashion-forward ladies’ night at Liberty Hall! You’ll be treated to wine and cheese while enjoying an exclusive viewing of Liberty Hall Museum’s exquisite collection of vintage clothing and accessories. Next, stick around for an informative and entertaining talk on the fashion collection at Liberty Hall by special guest, Beth Dincuff, design historian and assistant professor at Parsons School of Design.

Toddler Time at Liberty Hall: Nature is Art!
2021-08-18 10:30 - 11:30 | Liberty Hall Museum, 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
Join Us Wednesday Mornings For Some Fun Summer Activities Perfect For Your Toddler!!

Nature is a “masterpiece” in itself! So let’s get outside, go on a nature walk, collect lots of interesting pieces of nature and then have fun creating a “masterpiece” of our own! After exploring, painting and crafting it will be time for the little nature lovers to help us water some plants in the lovely gardens at Liberty Hall and learn a little more about them! Recommended for ages 2 to 4 years old.

Third Thursday Virtual Lecture Series: Ring for Service: The Role of Servants in a Country Home
2021-08-19 19:00 - 20:00 | 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
Join Liberty Hall Museum for our monthly Third Thursday Lecture Series. The year is 1900 and the Kean family live in a world where their every whim is met by the simple ringing of the servant’s bell. With the help of family ledgers, diaries, and census records, we will take you on a day-in-the-life journey of the Kean servants.

Toddler Time at Liberty Hall: Olaf...in Summer!
2021-08-25 10:30 - 11:30 | Liberty Hall Museum, 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
Join Us Wednesday Mornings For Some Fun Summer Activities Perfect For Your Toddler!
We all know Olaf loves warm hugs and that his favorite season is Summer! But let’s help keep him “frozen” in the summer heat by enjoying some “icy” activities! First, the Tiny Tots will help “rescue” items that have fallen in the frozen “river”. The Frozen fun continues with an Olaf ice boat race! Let’s see who crosses the finish line first! Little ones will love to finish off the hour with more Olaf fun games! Recommended for ages 2 to 4 years old.

Uncork History: William Livingston
2021-08-25 18:30 - 20:30 | 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
Enjoy our summer series in the garden and join us for Uncork History: William Livingston. Come learn and explore William Livingston’s life and aspirations as we celebrate the anniversary of his election of 1776! Afterwards, relax in our historic gardens with wine and finger foods. It’s perfect for a summer date night or a night with friends! Must be 21 years or older to attend.

Afternoon Tea in the Gardens: Bridgerton Style!
2021-09-12 14:00 - 16:00 | Liberty Hall Museum, 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
Back by popular demand, enjoy our tremendously popular tea service outside in our beautiful gardens! In the grand tradition of Mary Alice (Barney) Kean, the last lady of the house, join Liberty Hall for its exquisite Afternoon Tea, Regency Style.
The tea includes a sumptuous selection of scones, assorted pastries, traditional finger sandwiches, and the freshest of fruit. As you enjoy your afternoon tea experience, relax back beside our beautiful garden and take in our breathtaking views. This Afternoon Tea will be extra special as it will be “Bridgerton” style! If you enjoyed viewing the invitations of “tea with the Queen” on the show, you are sure to love promenading through the Gardens of Liberty Hall to enjoy your afternoon tea. You are welcome to join us in wearing your favorite Regency style attire to the occasion.
A tour of Liberty Hall Museum follows the tea.

Third Thursday Virtual Lecture Series: William Livingston
2021-09-16 19:00 - 20:00 | Liberty Hall Museum, 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
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 may be presumed that he had an agency and a due influence.” Was Madison accusing Livingston of being lazy? What was Livingston’s role at the Constitutional Convention? Prove James Madison wrong and discover how your historic neighbor, William Livingston, shaped the ideas that make up the government of the United States from the assumption of State debts to the creation of the Electoral College!
This is a virtual program, Zoom links will be emailed to ticket holders.

Family Fun Day: Apples!
2021-09-18 13:00 - 14:30 | Liberty Hall Museum, 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
Join us for some autumn apple fun! William Livingston made sure he had an orchard on his property even before Liberty Hall was built, so our love of apples goes back about 250 years. If you love them too, come join us for the return of “Family Fun Day!” for an autumn day full of apple crafts and apple picking-fun the whole family will enjoy! Reservations required.

Liberty Hall Dance Festival
2021-09-25 13:00 - 16:00 | Liberty Hall Museum, 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
Join Liberty Hall and Bugge Ballet for the 4th Annual Dance Festival!
Spend an afternoon outside walking through the beautiful museum grounds, enjoying10 site-specific professional dance performances inspired by moments in history. Program recommended for all ages. Reservations suggested. Walk-ins allowed. Raindate: Sunday, September 26, 2021
This arts program is made possible in part by a 2021 HEART (History, Education, Arts Reaching Thousands) Grant from the Union County Board of County Commissioners.

Afterschool Adventures: Apprentice, Journeyman and Masters, Trades at Liberty Hall
2021-10-05 15:30 - 17:00 | Liberty Hall Museum, 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
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 a snack.

NJ Paranormal Ghost Tours
2021-10-09 19:00 - 23:00, 2021-11-06 19:00 - 23:00 | Liberty Hall Museum, 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
Join us as we welcome New Jersey Paranormal back to Liberty Hall. Using the latest in ghost hunting technology, the team from New Jersey Paranormal will investigate some of the strange phenomena observed within the museum and carriage house. Staff and visitors have reported seeing full body apparitions, unusual orbs, and have heard disembodied voices. This four-hour long event will make a believer out of you!
Must be 18 or older to attend. Tickets are extremely limited.

Afterschool Adventures: Fairy Tales and Trails
2021-10-12 15:30 - 17:00 | Liberty Hall Museum, 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
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 a snack.

Four Centuries in a Weekend!
2021-10-16 10:00 - 16:00 | Liberty Hall Museum, 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
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 all ages.

Family Fun Day: The Firehouse!
2021-10-16 13:00 - 14:30 | Liberty Hall Museum, 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
Did you we have a collection of antique firehouse memorabilia at Liberty Hall? Stewart Kean, one of the last permanent residents of Liberty Hall, began the collection as a child, which grew to include three restored fire engines! Join us for a day exploring our firehouse with games and activities as we celebrate Fire Safety Month!

Afterschool Adventures: Games Galore!
2021-10-19 15:30 - 17:00 | Liberty Hall Museum, 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
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. Designed for students grades 1 through 5. Program includes snack.

Boos and Booze!
2021-10-20 19:00 - 21:00 | Liberty Hall Museum, 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
Join Us for the Boos…stay for the Booze!
Join us, if you’ve got the guts! Get ready to enjoy a Fall night out with friends carving and decorating pumpkins! Learn the legend behind the Jack-o-Lantern while you sit back and enjoy some snacks, wine and beer! This boozy fun night will have Halloween music and prizes for the most creative pumpkin design. Must be 21 years or older to attend.
Admission includes pumpkin, carving materials and refreshments. Reservations Required by October 15.

Third Thursday Virtual Lecture Series: Legends of Liberty Hall
2021-10-21 19:00 - 20:00 | Liberty Hall Museum, 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
Join us virtually!
It’s spooky season! Time to explore some of the mysteries at Liberty Hall Museum with our Third Thursday Virtual Lecture Series!
Liberty Hall has 250 years of stories to tell, and some of its most famous stories have become legends. Listen to the legends of the house– stories of ghosts, murder, love affairs, and a secret rendezvous! Discover the elements of truth behind these stories. How did these stories become legends in the first place? Did they even happen at all? Experience Liberty Hall Museum in a whole new light as we explore the secrets of its colonial residents.
This is a virtual program, Zoom links will be emailed to ticket holders.

Afterschool Adventures: Houses and Homes
2021-10-26 15:30 - 17:00 | Liberty Hall Museum, 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
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.
Drop-off program. Designed for students grades 1 through 5. Program includes snack.

Professors & Pints: Vixens, Volcanoes and Vipers; How Mary Shelley Wrote Frankenstein
2021-10-27 19:00 - 21:00 | Liberty Hall Museum, 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
The lecture details the harrowing circumstances swirling around in the life of teenager Mary Shelley: estranged from her father and hoodwinked by her sister, while traveling abroad with a man married to someone else. Those personal tragedies wend their way into the topic of her most famous novel. With the writing of Frankenstein Mary Shelley invents the genre of science fiction and creates one of literature’s most original and loathsome title characters in the process.
Light refreshments will be served. Must be 21 or older to attend.

Professors & Pints: Minuteman, Militia and the Modern Military
2021-11-17 19:00 - 21:00 | Liberty Hall Museum, 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
In honor of Veterans Day, this Professors and Pints lecture will focus on the earliest American military in 1775 that fought in the American Revolution. Learn how the Continental Army was created with topics ranging from recruiting efforts, incentives, and reenlistments. 246 years after the “first shot was heard around the world”, how has the force changed? Explore the comparison between the military’s training back then and today.
Light refreshments will be served. Must be 21 years or older to attend.

Third Thursday Virtual Lecture Series: Stitches in Time
2021-11-18 19:30 - 20:00 | Liberty Hall Museum, 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
Join Liberty Hall for our Third Thursday Lecture Series for one of our most popular programs! Over the years the descendants of the Livingston and Kean families lovingly preserved and packed away the previous generation’s belongings in attics, basements, closets, drawers and yes, even underneath floorboards. Combined, they tell the story of a way of life that has vanished from the Garden State. This fashionable presentation covers all the fashion dos and don’ts and how fashion has changed over three centuries.
This a Virtual program, Zoom links will be emailed to ticket holders.

Third Thursday Virtual Lecture Series: Under the Christmas Tree
2021-12-16 19:00 - 20:00 | Liberty Hall Museum, 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
Discover how Christmas gifts have changed over the years through the eyes of Liberty Hall’s residents . Meet the former children of Liberty Hall, explore Christmas decorations over the centuries, and take a peek at all the gifts under the tree! Accompanied by images of Liberty Hall’s past holiday exhibits. Under the Christmas Tree at Liberty Hall is not to be missed!

Links will be emailed to ticket holders.

Virtual Third Thursday Lecture Series: Quilting over the Centuries
2022-01-20 19:00 - 20:00 | Liberty Hall Museum, 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
It’s cold outside! Let’s bundle up for Liberty Hall’s Virtual Third Thursday Lecture all about quilting! Quilting is one of the oldest forms of women’s crafting. Discover how the history of quilting in the United States provides key insights into the history of women from colonial times to today. Learn about Liberty Hall’s women and view some of Liberty Hall’s oldest quilts.
Links will be emailed to ticket holders.

Lectures & Lagers: A Passion for Orchids
2022-01-26 19:00 - 21:00 | Liberty Hall Museum, 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
What is an orchid? While orchids mean thoughtfulness, refinement, fertility, beauty, charm, and love, they’re the perfect bloom to celebrate all of life’s precious moments. This insightful lecture details, what is an orchid versus other types of plants/flowers, where can orchids grow and what makes them special. Learn about the orchid’s cultural requirements and the different genera seen in stores and what you won’t see in the stores! Grab a lager and learn how you too, can make this blooming beauty a part of your gardening life!

Light refreshments will be served. Must be 21 years or older to attend.

After School Adventures: Pulleys, Levers and Wedges, Oh My!: Simple Machines at Liberty Hall
2022-02-08 15:30 - 17:00 | Liberty Hall Museum, 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
Learn about the six different types of simple machines, go on a scavenger hunt of Liberty Hall’s grounds to identify the simple machines on the farm. Discover how these machines make life easier for us everyday and how they have been used for hundreds of years! Finally, design your own simple machine in our design lab!

Program includes a snack. Program is designed for students in grades 1-5.

Family Fun Day: Lunar New Year!
2022-02-12 13:00 - 14:30 | Liberty Hall Museum, 1003 Morris Ave., Union, NJ, 07083, United States
The Year of the Tiger begins on February 1st 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 the past called chinoiserie), but there are many traditional Chinese symbols that have been used in New Year’s festivities for hundreds of years. Come craft and learn, and begin the New Year with lots of good fortune and prosperity!
