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New Jersey Historical Society

Founded in 1845 and located in Newark since 1848, the New Jersey Historical Society (NJHS) is the oldest cultural institution in the state. Since its inception NJHS has collected, preserved, and interpreted the history of the state of New Jersey.Today, NJHS is a statewide, private, nonprofit historical museum, library, and archives dedicated to exhibitions, publications and programming that examine what it means to live and work in New Jersey, what contributes to New Jersey's distinct identity,…

  • Managed by: Smithsonian Institution Affiliations Program
  • Coordinates: 40.7389, -74.1689

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Frequently asked questions

Is New Jersey Historical Society reservable?

New Jersey Historical Society is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.

Where is New Jersey Historical Society?

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How do I book a campsite at New Jersey Historical Society?

Pick your dates on the availability calendar, then reserve through the official booking link. You can also set an alert and we'll notify you if a sold-out date opens up.

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