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Be a part of Hoboken History: Help fund our 2024 initiatives!
Our current main exhibit, Benedict J. Fernandez, Photojournalist: From the Hoboken Shipyard to the Campaign for Civil Rights, showcases the work of Benedict J. Fernandez, and preserves his legacy of using photography as an act of activism for the next generation.
We have continued to support local artists with Upper Gallery exhibits with new shows including ––“Hoboken Sweeps 3D.0” by Jean-Paul Picard, “Lugares de Mi Pueblito, Hoboken: Ayer Y Hoy/Places in My Little Town, Hoboken: Then and Now” Paintings by Julio C. Santiago, and “Bill Bayer In Black & White.”
Our weekly kid’s programs including arts and crafts classes, music classes, STEM classes, and storytime, continue to be a hit with the community!
We launched the 4th season of our YouTube series “Hoboken Talks,” which features live interviews with Hoboken residents of all ages and backgrounds in an effort to keep these individual stories alive.
The Museum is also thrilled to launch its own monthly vendor pop-up series called Shipyard Shops, where visitors can shop, eat, and connect with local artisans.
Our ongoing partnership with the Thomas Edison Film Festival has resulted in a series of film screenings, including a special selection in honor of Earth Day.
We’ve unveiled the new Hoboken Public Library book locker design courtesy of McKevin Shaughnessy’s COVID photography project “The Hidden Faces of Hoboken” which was featured in our Upper Gallery in 2021.
To help us create more of the programs you love in 2024, we need your help!
As an independent 501c3 nonprofit organization, the Hoboken Museum relies on people just like you for the majority of our funding.
Show your support through an annual membership!
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Every gift makes a difference and lets us know that you value the Museum’s presence in our community.
Corporate matching funds are a great way to double your donation. For more information, email our development office at development@hobokenmuseum.org.
Membership Benefits
Become a member today. Join our cause to help preserve Hoboken’s history and share it with generations to come. Benefits of your Annual Membership:
- Free admission to the Museum
- Free Oral History Project chapbooks
- Discounts on selected Museum gift shop items, books, and events
- Invitations to all our events
- Discounts at local merchants (click here for list)
- Email newsletter
Friends of the Museum
To maintain and fully fund our exhibits and programs, the Museum relies on many generous members who increase their contributions to support the Annual Fund. These donors enjoy all the core benefits of basic Museum Membership, plus additional privileges associated with each giving level.
See you at the Museum!
Enthusiast: $100
All core Membership Level benefits, plus…
- Listing as an Annual Fund donor on Museum website
- A special gift on your first visit
Collector: $250
All Enthusiast Level benefits, plus…
- Two Museum Guest Passes to share with friends or family
- Listing on the Museum Walkway Donor Board
Curator: $500
All Collector Level benefits, plus…
- One Gift Membership for friends or family
- One 20 x 24 linen-mounted historic image from HHM’s collection
Philanthropist: $1,000
All Curator Level benefits, plus…
- Sinatra Lounge Coffee Hour for 4 with the Museum Director
- Two 20 x 24 linen-mounted historic images from HHM’s collection
- Invitations to Museum receptions and special invites
THE SHIPYARD CIRCLE
With a contribution of $2,000 or above, you join a very special group of donors whose leadership gifts provide significant underwriting support for the Museum’s core programs and exhibits, fostering the annual stability necessary for sound planning. Shipyard Circle members enjoy a deeper relationship with the Museum through the following benefits:
- Prominent recognition as sponsors of the Museum’s Main Exhibit and on the Museum Walkway Donor Board
- Opportunity to reserve the Museum facility for a private special event, free of charge*
- Two 20×24 linen-mounted historic images from HHM’s collection
- Personal invitations to Museum receptions and special events
*catering not included