Visit the Museum

The Hoboken Historical Museum welcomes visitors six days a week in the former Bethlehem Steel machine shop, one of the oldest buildings on Hoboken’s waterfront.

Hours & Admission

  • Tuesday – Thursday: 2 PM – 7 PM

  • Friday: 1 PM – 5 PM

  • Saturday – Sunday: 12 PM – 5 PM

  • Monday: Closed

Category Price
General Admission

$5
Museum Members

Free (Must show membership card)
Children (Under 13)

Free
Students

Free (Must show valid student ID)

Free admission is also available for participants in the Families First Discovery Pass and Museums for All programs.

Getting Here

Address: 1301 Hudson St., Hoboken, New Jersey

  • By Bus (NJ Transit #126): From NYC’s Port Authority Bus Terminal (Gate 213), take the #126 Bus to Hoboken. Get off at 14th & Washington Streets, walk east to Hudson St., and one block south.

  • By PATH: Take the PATH train from NYC to Hoboken Terminal. From there, take the #126 or #89 bus to 13th St., then walk one block east.

  • Scenic Walk: Enjoy a 20–30 minute walk from the terminal along the scenic Hoboken waterfront or vibrant Washington Street. Here’s our Walking Tour Map.

  • By Ferry:

    • Hoboken North: Walk one block west along 14th St., then one block south.

    • Hoboken South: Arrives at Hoboken Terminal; follow PATH directions above.

Parking

  • Free Validated Parking: Up to 3 hours free at Littleman Parking – Independence Garage (Shipyard Lane at 12th St.). Notify the attendant you are visiting the Museum and bring your ticket to the front desk to be stamped.

  • Metered Parking: Available Monday – Saturday, 9 AM – 9 PM. Pay stations accept cash and credit cards.

  • Sunday Parking: Metered parking is free on Sundays. City of Hoboken parking

Visitor Policies

  • Photography: Non-flash photography is permitted for personal use. Tag us with @HobokenMuseum when sharing on social media!

  • Consent: Your presence implies consent for the Museum to use your likeness in educational and promotional materials. Please inform staff or email info@hobokenmuseum.org if you prefer not to be photographed.

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