More details to come!Calling all College students! Shake off the Winter blues with a night of music, performance, games, and good vibes. Check out why the Museum should be your new go-to escape.Food and drinks will be available for purchase.Art After Dark is supported in part by Prudential Financial.
Come out and enjoy a film that follows Roach across seven decades.Max Roach: The Drum Also Waltzes, directed by Sam Pollard and Ben Shapiro. (82 mins). Not rated.The life and music of the legendary drummer, composer, bandleader, and social activist are explored through a remarkable series of creative peaks, struggles, and personal reinventions — from…
Our annual MLK Day celebration!A celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy, his teachings of social justice, and his service to the community. This year’s Community Day features uplifting performances, hands-on activities, and opportunities to help others. There’s something for the whole family!Visitors are encouraged to bring nonperishable food items to support a local…
Make a gift for you or a friend!Why not spend this winter learning a new skill? Try your hand at making your very own mug, and then enjoy your tea, coffee, or hot chocolate in it for years to come! In this two-session workshop, you will first learn how to design and make a coil…
A seated tea in Engelhard Court followed by a look at The Ballantine House.Tea can be a relaxing or invigorating addition to your day. To the Ballantines, tea would have been an important part of everyday life. Enjoy an Afternoon Tea service in the Museum’s Engelhard Court and then experience The Ballantine House, newly re-opened…
Celebrate the sparkle and cheer of the season at our festive family favorite!Winter Wonderland is back with more seasonal performances and activities for the whole family. Enjoy hands-on artmaking, performance by Teen Step Up, and more. Local vendors will be on hand at The Newark Holiday Market to fulfill all your holiday shopping needs!This program…
Take a step back in time and experience a Vintage Funfair!Take a step back in time and experience a Vintage Funfair. In honor of the re-opening of The Ballantine House, we celebrate like the Ballantines might have. Enjoy carnival games, fun fair foods, art making, special demonstrations, and more!Built in 1885, The Ballantine House reveals…
When the Spirits Sing is an offering that invites audience members to bring their positive thoughts for each other and our collective futureJoin artist Adama Delphine Fawundu as she activates and reflects on her year-long exhibition, Adama Delphine Fawundu: In the Spirit of Àṣẹ, with a performance and conversation.The artist, in collaboration with composer and…
Be one of the first to see this revealing film before it releases on Prime Video on November 17!Newark Black Film Festival presents...Maxine’s Baby: The Tyler Perry Story directed by Gelila Bekele and Armani Ortiz. Runtime: 115 mins. PG-13.The story of how Tyler Perry went from homeless and hopeful to one of the entertainment industry’s…
Kick off the Newark Arts Festival at the NMOA!You’re invited to a special opening reception kicking off Newark Arts Festival 2023 and celebrating the Festival’s signature exhibition. Titled Cross Cultural Perspectives, this compelling group exhibition featuring a remarkable roster of 90+ visual artists from Newark and beyond occupies the Special Exhibition Gallery plus expansive spaces…
A house music party!Celebrate house music with an energetic night of dancing, festivities, and surprises. bunkr. will bridge the gap between the old and new generation of house music lovers in Newark, NJ. You won't want to miss this. More details will be announced soon. Check out bunkr on Instagram at @bunkr.bunkr for more information.…
Hispanic Heritage Celebration: Music, Food, Art, CommunityA celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month! This lively event will feature an incredible lineup of Latino performers and artmaking activities that pay tribute to Hispanic culture. Don't miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in the vibrant rhythms, captivating dances, and rich traditions of Latin America. Come join us for…
Experience this experimental book-making process with artist Adama Delphine Fawundu.In this workshop, participants will dive into their personal narratives through a non-linear and experimental book-making process with artist Adama Delphine Fawundu. Participants should bring photocopies of personal photographs, images, or belongings.* All participants will leave with a unique book. Participants will be provided with bookmaking…
Come join us for an unforgettable event as Fade to Black and JC Takeover bring their energy to The Newark Museum of Art's garden.Come join us for an unforgettable event as Fade to Black and JC Takeover bring the vibes to The Newark Museum of Art's garden. We are proud to host this celebration of…
Explore Ka’at Ibi, one of the founding practices of yoga, and its connection to the Museum's Ancient Mediterranean collection.Join us as we explore the history of Ka’at Ibi, one of the founding practices of yoga. In this workshop, we will explore breathwork, movement, and the original meditative practices originating from the Dogon people of Mali…
Dress to impress at this celebration of African art and fashion.Dress to impress at this celebration of the beauty and diversity of African culture, featuring music, great food, and the commemoration of the birthday of Cliff Mills, the esteemed owner of Afro Taco! Enjoy sets by DJ Naya and DJ MD, and a show-stopping performance…
Join us for a screening of this heartwarming animated masterpieceJoin us for a screening of this heartwarming animated masterpiece, presented by the Newark Black Film Festival! Soul, directed by Pete Docter and Kemp Powers. (100 min). PG After landing the gig of a lifetime, a New York jazz pianist suddenly finds himself trapped in a…
Unleash your dance spirit under the stars with DJ Duce MartinezExperience electrifying beats under the open sky at our house music event with a splash of Latin flavor, in partnership with DJ Duce Martinez. Let the beats transport you as you dance the night away, surrounded by nature and pulsating rhythms. Food will be available…
Join us for the breathtaking reimagination of Disney's animated classic featuring the voices of Donald Glover and BeyoncéJoin us for the breathtaking reimagination of Disney's animated classic featuring the voices of Donald Glover and Beyoncé , presented by the Newark Black Film Festival! The Lion King (2019), directed by Jon Favreau. (118 min). PG After…
Celebrate Juneteenth at Harriet Tubman Square with art, music, storytelling, and free access to Newark Museum of Art.Join us at Harriet Tubman Square for an engaging Juneteenth celebration, honoring the rich history and culture of African Americans and commemorating the emancipation of enslaved people in the United States. From artmaking to drummers to yard games,…
