• Reception: Portraits of Resilience

    The Paterson Museum 2 Market Street, Paterson, NJ, United States

    Please join us for a special reception on Saturday, September 19th from 1pm-4pm. Questions and Answers with the artist, Gabo Padilla, and special guests at 2:30pm. Portraits of Resilience, is an exhibition that combines intimate portraits with social commentary on the struggles of homeless individuals. Created in both charcoal and oil, each portrait is accompanied …

    Free
  • PCAC Artist Talk Series: Mika Samuelle

    Passaic County Arts Center at the John W. Rea House 675 Goffle Rd, Hawthorne, NJ

    We are thrilled to welcome Mika Samuelle, a New York City native, who grew up surrounded by artists, authors, and musicians for a special artist talk. Samuelle studied theater in London and went on to create a dynamic career as Stage Manager working on Off-Broadway productions, Broadway musicals, and operas in Italy. Her time with the New York City Ballet, …

  • Olmsted Walking Tour of Garret Mountain

    Garret Mountain Reservation

    Tours Offered at 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM Olmsted's Vision: Garret Mountain Reservation is a walking tour for those who want to know how the County wide park system was established. Join Department Curator Isabella Costa as she discusses Federick Law Olmsted's vision for public parks, its impact on the Passaic County Park System, and …

  • Postcards from the Tower

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    Lambert Tower 8 Mountain Ave, Woodland Park, NJ

    Stop by Lambert Tower throughout the day to create your own vintage-inspired postcard featuring the Tower and its surrounding views. Visitors of all ages can use the provided postcard templates and art supplies to draw the historic tower, illustrate the landscape, or capture the scenery from the summit. Add a personal message and take your …

  • Hammered History: Punched-Tin Keepsakes

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    Dey Mansion Washington's Headquarters 199 Totowa Road, Wayne, NJ

    Discover the art of punched-tin decoration at the Dey Mansion. During the 18th and 19th centuries, pierced metalwork brought both beauty and function to household objects such as lanterns, candle shades, pie safes, and food-storage cabinets. The small openings created decorative patterns while allowing light or air to pass through. Visitors can stop by throughout …

  • Ink & Imagination: Write Like the Past

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    Passaic County Arts Center at the John W. Rea House 675 Goffle Rd, Hawthorne, NJ

    Put pen to paper! Visitors can stop by throughout the day to try writing with a quill pen and create a literary keepsake inspired by the handwritten letters and journals of the past. Choose a favorite quotation, compose a short poem, or write a message using provided prompts, then decorate the page or turn it …

  • Music Festival

    Come celebrate the grand finale of See Passaic County Week with a day of live music, great food, and community at the beautiful Rifle Camp Park Amphitheater! Enjoy performances throughout the day featuring local and regional musicians, delicious food from area food trucks, family-friendly activities, and plenty of opportunities to discover what makes Passaic County …

  • Lecture: Washington’s Army at Valley Forge

    Dey Mansion Washington's Headquarters 199 Totowa Road, Wayne, NJ

    Why did George Washington choose Valley Forge as the Continental Army's winter encampment in 1777–1778? And how did that decision shape the outcome of the American Revolution? Join historian and Valley Forge guide Kenneth Gavin for an engaging lecture that goes beyond the familiar story of the army's winter hardships. Drawing upon primary source documents, …

  • Hands-On History: Artifact Analysis

    Passaic County Archaeology Center 1093 Greenwood Lake Turnpike, Ringwood, NJ

    Do you think you can reconstruct the activities of past cultures? Join us in the lab to learn how! Working alongside an expert, you will handle real artifacts from our collection to unlock the secrets they hold. You will learn the methods modern archaeologists use to investigate and interpret the artifacts they encounter and will …

  • Passaic County Arts Center Art Gallery Reception

    Passaic County Arts Center at the John W. Rea House 675 Goffle Rd, Hawthorne, NJ

    Join us for a special evening at the Passaic County Arts Center in Hawthorne as we celebrate our newest exhibition. Enjoy an intimate night of art, conversation, wine, and good food featuring a selection of wine, beautifully prepared charcuterie, and passed hors d'oeuvres while exploring the gallery and discovering the work of our featured artists. …

  • PCAC: Paint and Sip

    Passaic County Arts Center at the John W. Rea House 675 Goffle Rd, Hawthorne, NJ

    Each month at PCAC, we are dedicating an evening to celebrating "The Greats" - artists whose work shaped art history and continue to inspire us to this day. October's Featured Artwork: Edvard Munch's "Scream (1893)" and the Expressionism movement Bring your favorite beverages and enjoy a relaxed atmosphere while you paint. Limited spots available! Click Here to …