Museum of Early Trades & Crafts

Local Girl Scouts took advantage of the spring weather this weekend for their Outdoor Art Creator Badge. From a blue sky to a bird’s song, nature gave them lots of ideas for art. They explored the outdoors and created beautiful art!

Tonight at 7PM in the Education Annex, join us as Joel Farkas focuses on the years following the Revolutionary War, from 1783-1812, including the first Constitution, the Hamilton Burr Duel, & how we confirmed our independence. metc.org/event/part3-af…

A very exciting day, indeed! We had special guests visit yesterday... stay tuned for the final product.

ICYMI... METC is on the cover of NARM Quarterly! NARM is over 1,000 arts, cultural and historical institutions, botanical gardens, children’s museums, and technology centers. Our Patron Members receive all the benefits of a family membership PLUS access to NARM institutions.

Please note: METC will close at 12:30 tomorrow, March 24.

Today is NJ Makers Day! Drop into the Education Annex at 23 Main Street for STEM & Sustainability where we will create homemade kaleidoscopes, fidget spinners, paper dancing people, and more. metc.org/event/makers-d…

🌷 Happy First Day of Spring! 🌷 As the days grow longer and the sun shines brighter, step into the season with us to explore the stories of NJ’s craftspeople and artisans. Visit us this spring and discover history in full bloom! 🌞🌿

Looking for a FREE STEM event this Saturday? Look no further than Makers Day at METC! This year's theme is STEM & Sustainability. We will use paper and cardboard to make crafts like homemade kaleidoscopes, fidget spinners, and more. Best for ages 5-11. metc.org/event/makers-d…

Keep your St. Patrick's Celebration going tonight at 7PM with "Irish Harp: Music & Song." Hear Aideen O’Donnell, renowned Irish harpist, as she presents a selection of Irish songs and tunes, masterfully weaving her voice and harp with stories of Ireland. Great for families!

Thank you to all who attended our Harmony in Nature Artist Workshop! Our participants enjoyed making their own Friedensreich Hundertwasser-inspired art with his trademark oil pastels and gold paper highlights.

This last lecture in our Revolutionary War Series will focus on the years after Revolutionary War, from 1783-1812, including the first Constitution, the Hamilton Burr Duel, and confirming our independence. This event is not to be missed on 3/31 at 7PM. metc.org/event/part3-af…

Did you know that our educators do outreach programs? These 4th graders had a special visit from METC last month for 2 programs - The American Revolution in New Jersey and Challenges and Choices: Immigrant Experiences in 19th Century NJ. The trip brought history to life.

Looking for a family-friendly St. Patrick's Day activity? Come listen to Aideen O’Donnell, renowned Irish harpist, as she presents a selection of Irish songs and tunes, masterfully weaving her voice and harp with stories of Ireland. metc.org/event/irishhar…

Pickle-tastic! Love the Pickles and Books piece in Formations? We have pickles for sale in the Museum Shop for only $1. It's a pretty big dill!

Makers Day is coming March 21! This FREE STEM and Sustainability event, our makers will create homemade kaleidoscopes, fidget spinners, paper dancing people, and more. Drop in between 11AM and 3PM and create! Best for ages 5-11. metc.org/event/makers-d…

Please note: METC will close at 1:30PM today for a private event.

Did you know that today is the Global Day of Unplugging? Unplug with us and enjoy screen-free activities like making, creating, and spending time together in shared spaces at Makerspace today. This event is in partnership with Dodgers Delay.

Looking for a family-friendly St. Patrick's Day activity? Look no further! Come celebrate with harpist Aideen O’Donnell. Aideen will present a selection of Irish songs and tunes, masterfully weaving her voice and harp with stories of Ireland. metc.org/event/irishhar…

Want to join us After Hours on Thursday? Hear from Book Artists Chris Schorr and Ellen Hess, as they give you a behind-the-scenes look at Booked 20: Formations and talk about artist collaborations. Color us excited! Register today - metc.org/event/after-ho…

Friedensreich Hundertwasser was an artist who spread his message of life in harmony with nature and the creativity of individual. Join us in the Education Annex on 3/14 at 1PM to examine his paintings and create one of your own. Register: metc.org/event/artist-w…