• PCAC: Sculpture Class

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

    Saturdays | 2:00PM - 6:00PM September 5th - November 7th | 6 Sessions | Ages 18+ Join us for Sculpture Class with professional artist and educator Gabriel Pacheco. In this beginner course, students will learn the foundations of sculpture, build their skills with diverse materials, and express their creativity through three distinct sculpture techniques. Whether …

  • Exhibition: Portraits of Resilience

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

    On Monday September 8th, 2026, the Paterson Museum will open a new exhibition, Portraits of Resilience. On view through Wednesday, October 21st, 2026, this exhibit examines the humanity and complexity of homelessness through art. Portraits of Resilience, is an exhibition that combines intimate portraits with social commentary on the struggles of homeless individuals. Created in …

    Free
  • The Iron Hand in the Silk Glove: Allied Textile Printing Site Lecture

    Lambert Castle Carriage House 3 Valley Road, Paterson, NJ, United States

    The ATP site rests derelict since its final closure in 1986 after over 190 years of continuous operation. The astonishing variety of Paterson’s industries of cotton and silk weaving, iron foundries, military firearms, textile dyeing and finishing all began here in 1792. Through large format, hand-printed, silver photographs, this exhibition tells the story of these …

  • 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. Bring your favorite beverages and enjoy a relaxed atmosphere while you paint. Limited spots available! Click Here to Register

  • See Passaic County Week Kickoff

    The Yard 289 Belmont Ave, Haledon, NJ

    Join Passaic County Tourism on Monday, September 14 from 6:00–9:00 PM at The Yard on Belmont Avenue in Haledon as we kick off See Passaic County Week, a week-long celebration of the people, places, food, culture, and experiences that make our county special! Come out and enjoy an evening of food, drinks, community, and fun …

  • Tuesdays in the Plaza

    Passaic County Courthouse Plaza 79 Hamilton Street, Paterson, NJ

    Looking for the perfect way to break up your week? Join us on Tuesday, September 15 at the Passaic County Courthouse Plaza for a special See Passaic County Week celebration! Enjoy live music, fresh local produce from our farmers market, great resources from community organizations. Bring your friends, grab a bite, enjoy the music, and …

  • Can You Dig It?

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

    Calling all junior explorers and history-hunting families! Grab your trowels and get ready to dig into the past with our hands-on, simulated excavation adventure. Learn the Ropes: Discover how real-world archaeologists find and study clues to the past. The Big Dig: Roll up your sleeves and search for hidden artifacts in our special excavation bins. …

  • Lakeside Comic Con

    Skyline Lakes Clubhouse 101 Skyline Lakes Dr, Ringwood, NJ

    Lakeside Comic Con brings a full day of family‑friendly pop culture fun to Ringwood, NJ. Celebrate comics, gaming, cosplay, art, collectibles, and creativity with local vendors, artists, and creators. This one‑day event offers something for every age — from superhero fans to tabletop gamers to young readers discovering new worlds. Enjoy shopping, meet creators, join …

    $5
  • Behind the Artifact: A Close-Up Look at the Collection

    Lambert Castle Carriage House 3 Valley Road, Paterson, NJ, United States

    Join our Director of Collections Patrick Byrnes and Registrar Emmett Rivera at the Lambert Castle Carriage House for a special behind-the-scenes look at highlighted artifacts from the Department’s collections. Participants will examine select objects up close while learning how museum professionals identify, catalog, document, store, and preserve artifacts for future generations. Discover the stories these …

  • 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 …