Week of Events
Scarecrows in the Gardens
Our annual community exhibit returns! Get your group/club/family/team/business/block together and join the fun. The contest is free to enter and prizes will be awarded in 4 categories. Those winners will then choose a nonprofit organization to receive a donation from The Montclair Foundation. Get planning now and assemble your materials to practice creating your unique…
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Art in Nature
Art in Nature
Saturday, November 2, 1:00pm – 3:00pm Rain Date: Sunday, November 3 Spend an afternoon in the gardens of Van Vleck exploring various nature inspired art projects. Outdoor stations will include activities such as painting with natural objects, nature journaling, shadow drawings and more. Families and individuals of all ages (3 yrs. & up) and abilities…
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Museum Minis
Museum Minis
Museum Minis
Music, movement, stories, play, and fun! A special program for our youngest visitors, held every Wednesday in Toddler Beach. Limited to 12 guests (plus 1 caregiver). Ages 6 months - 30 months Free with Museum admission, first come first served. Sign up at admission desk.
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Garden to Table Family Class
Garden to Table Family Class
Garden to Table Class Tuesday in September, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM September 24 – Recipe: No Bake Applesauce Cookie Dough October 17 – Recipe: Pumpkin Hummus November 7 – Recipe: Spinach Kale Bites December 12 – Recipe: Peppermint Tea Enjoy quality time in the garden with your child/children as we explore the Edible Garden…
Free First Thursdays
Free First Thursdays
MAM comes to life in this popular after-hours program. Join us for themed evenings with music, live performances, artmaking, tours, and more.
Outdoor Adventures – Whooo Wants to Learn About Owls?
Outdoor Adventures – Whooo Wants to Learn About Owls?
Outdoor Adventures Family Program Saturdays, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm November 9 – Whooo Wants to Learn About Owls? December 14 – Bird Feeder Fun Join us in the gardens as you and your family explore and learn about the outdoor world through crafts, scavenger hunts, activity sheets and displays. Each program will focus on a…
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ConEd Family Days
ConEd Family Days
Join us at the Mansion for our family programming! Each second Saturday of the month from 1-3 PM, families and visitors of all ages can participate in a fun hands-on activity during our ConEdison Family Day. Information for All Family Day Programs These workshops will be held outside of Morris-Jumel Mansion on the bluestone patio,…