Art Opening: “Reunion: Paintings by Laura Alexander”
Upper Gallery Art Opening: "Reunion: Paintings by Laura Alexander" Laura Alexander returns for an encore exhibition at the Museum, bringing with her new paintings of old friends, such as the stylish Olivia, along with new paintings. This is Alexander's third solo exhibition at the Hoboken Historical Museum, including "Portraits" in 2005 and "Mostly Rosemary" in … Continue reading Art Opening: “Reunion: Paintings by Laura Alexander”
Learn Watercolors with Frank Hanavan, June 2
On Saturday, Jun. 2, join artist Frank Hanavan for an art lesson in using watercolors, inspired by his exhibition last year in the Museum's Upper Gallery. Classes will take place from 2 - 4 pm in the walkway by the Museum entrance, and cost $15 for children, $25 for adults, including all art supplies and … Continue reading Learn Watercolors with Frank Hanavan, June 2
Learn Watercolors with Frank Hanavan, June 23
On Saturday, Jun. 23, join artist Frank Hanavan for an art lesson in using watercolors, inspired by his exhibition last year in the Museum's Upper Gallery. Classes will take place from 2 - 4 pm in the walkway by the Museum entrance, and cost $15 for children, $25 for adults, including all art supplies and … Continue reading Learn Watercolors with Frank Hanavan, June 23
Learn Watercolors with Frank Hanavan, June 30
On Saturday, Jun. 30, join artist Frank Hanavan for an art lesson in using watercolors, inspired by his exhibition last year in the Museum's Upper Gallery. Classes will take place from 2 - 4 pm in the walkway by the Museum entrance, and cost $15 for children, $25 for adults, including all art supplies and … Continue reading Learn Watercolors with Frank Hanavan, June 30
Fundraiser: Local Girl Scouts Screen Video Honoring Hoboken Veterans
On Thursday, June 21 at 6:30 pm, the Museum is pleased to host a screening of a video created by Junior Girl Scout Troop 12022 as Bronze Award project honoring local veterans by sharing stories of their service. Admission to the screening is a voluntary donation, and all proceeds will go to help American Legion … Continue reading Fundraiser: Local Girl Scouts Screen Video Honoring Hoboken Veterans
WWI Film Screening: “Goodbye, Cleveland. Hello, France”
On Saturday, Aug. 11, join us at the Museum at 4 pm for a special screening of a new French documentary, “Goodbye, Cleveland. Hello, France,” that traces the story of an American soldier from Ohio. The discovery of a trunk in a small village in France led filmmaker Claude Humbert on a journey to tell … Continue reading WWI Film Screening: “Goodbye, Cleveland. Hello, France”
Hoboken Library Corner at the Museum – Oct. 10
Uptown Hoboken residents will enjoy a convenient new outpost of the Hoboken Public Library on Wednesday, Oct. 10, from 3 - 7 pm. Hoboken Library staff will bring a selection of popular books and materials for kids and grownups to browse and check out, if you have a library card. If you don't have a … Continue reading Hoboken Library Corner at the Museum – Oct. 10
Fall Family Fun Day – Oct. 14
Filled with hands-on activities that stretch the imagination and encourage creativity, the afternoon offers hands-on crafts & games the whole family will enjoy. We also serve refreshments and bring in live entertainment. This year’s Fall Family Fun Day features crafts and activities such as making your own masks, just in time for Halloween! Our live … Continue reading Fall Family Fun Day – Oct. 14
Celebrating Jimmy Roselli – Oct. 7, 4 pm
On Sunday, Oct. 7, join us at the Hoboken Museum, 1301 Hudson St., at 4 pm for a special event celebrating that other beloved Hoboken crooner: Jimmy Roselli. Born in Hoboken in 1925, Roselli was one of the most significant Italian-American pop singers of his time, during an era of competition from such performers as … Continue reading Celebrating Jimmy Roselli – Oct. 7, 4 pm
Talk: “Made in Hoboken: Tales of Inventions with Ties to the Mile-Square City”
What do the zipper, Mallomars, stage monitors and steam engines all have in common? They were all New Jersey inventions! Hoboken’s own history springs from the vision of a very inventive family, as Col. John Stevens III and his sons were pioneers in rail and steam engine innovations. Founded by Col. Stevens’ son Edwin, they Stevens … Continue reading Talk: “Made in Hoboken: Tales of Inventions with Ties to the Mile-Square City”