Oral History Chapbook Party: “Truglio’s”
Please join us on Sunday, June 24, at 4 pm to celebrate the publication of a new Hoboken Historical Museum oral history chapbook, "Whatever Goes on My Table, Goes on Your Table: Recollections of Joe and Steve Truglio." The book focuses on the beloved neighborhood butcher shop at the northwest corner of 10th and Park, and the … Continue reading Oral History Chapbook Party: “Truglio’s”
Spring Family Fun Day
The Hoboken Museum's free Spring Family Fun Day is Saturday, June 16, the day before Fathers Day, from 12 - 4 pm. Filled with hands-on activities that stretch the imagination and encourage creativity, the afternoon offers hands-on crafts and games designed to engage the whole family in a shared activity. At 2 and 3 pm, … Continue reading Spring Family Fun Day
172nd Anniversary of Hoboken Baseball Game
One of Hoboken’s “100 Firsts” is hosting the first officially recorded, organized baseball game played under Alexander Joy Cartwright Jr.’s rules, on June 19, 1846. According to historical records, the New York Nine defeated Cartwright’s Knickerbockers, 23 to 1, in four innings at Hoboken’s Elysian Fields, which were located near the Hudson River, at about … Continue reading 172nd Anniversary of Hoboken Baseball Game
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