New Jersey Department of State

The New Jersey Department of State recognizes today as Memorial Day, where we honor those who gave their lives while serving in our country’s military.

The Cultural Access Network will be hosting their 2026 Cultural Access Summit on May 28, 2026 at Grounds For Sculpture in Hamilton Township. Join colleagues from across the state for this free day of professional development and celebration. Register here: tinyurl.com/3vazfztc

25 Years! The @NJCulturalTrust celebrated a quarter century supporting New Jersey’s arts, history, and cultural institutions. Learn more about the work of the Trust at nj.gov/state/cultural…

Come down to the @NJStateMuseum tomorrow at noon for the next "Lunchtime Learning". This time, it’s a gallery talk on “The Power to Change: Revolutionary Stories from the @NJStateArchives” hosted by State Archivist and Executive Director Joseph Klett.

On 5/21 from 10-2, @NJ_BAC will host its next Resources for Growth event for small businesses at William Paterson University. discover financing and incentive programs, technical assistance and services available to facilitate business growth and success: tinyurl.com/5ay8ebe4

Voting by mail in the 2026 Primary Election? Be sure to apply for a mail-in ballot by the deadlines and return it one of three ways: Secure Ballot Drop Box, County Board of Elections Office, or mail it back. Learn more and apply at Vote.NJ.Gov. #NJVotes

On May 16th from 9:30-4pm, The @NJStateMuseum is celebrating the 10th anniversary of their Discovery Den with a complete redesign of the space! Come down for special crafts and activities.

Yesterday, @LtGovCaldwellNJ attended “Honoring Our Journey, Igniting Our Future: Uniting for Impact”, hosted by @njvoad and the Governor's Office of Volunteerism. This conference brought together participants to share best practices in community resilience and volunteerism.

Attention, NJ arts and history organizations and venues! Amplify your summer programming with the Families First Discovery Pass Program. Deadline: May 22. FFDP is a program of the @NJArtsCouncil, @OfficialNJHC, the @NJDeptofHealth, and @NJDHS. conta.cc/4tpAndz #njarts

New Jersey Tourism is booming! At @njtia's annual Advocacy Day, new data from @VisitNJ's Economic Impact of Visitors to New Jersey study shows 500k more visitors in 2025. @LtGovCaldwellNJ amplified his vision for tourism in the state and built excitement for the World Cup.

Attention, NJ arts organizations! The guidelines for the @NJCulturalTrust's FY27 IFS Arts grant program are now available. Applications will be due July 30. Learn about eligible projects, applicant requirements, and more here: bit.ly/43d27aU #njarts #njculturaltrust

Are you a community-based organization currently working in, or exploring, the intersection of arts and health? Join the @NJArtsCouncil for their Arts & Health Roundtable on May 7th, where community partners and arts organizations can connect: https://. tinyurl.com/4mnyb5d9.

🚨DATE CHANGE 🚨 Join @NJ_BAC at Assemblyman Balvir Singh ’s Burlington City Business Resource Breakfast on JUNE 3rd from 9-11. Discover the economic tools available to local businesses that can facilitate business growth and success in New Jersey. tinyurl.com/yrwjr3bb

@LtGovCaldwellNJ visited the Democracy Lab at @RutgersNB for its “Centers, Institutes, and Labs of Democracy: Supporting Civic Learning and Engagement on College Campuses and Beyond” event.

TWO WEEKS LEFT to register to vote in the 2026 Primary Election! The Voter Registration Deadline for the Tuesday, June 2, 2026 Primary Election is Tuesday, May 12. Check your registration status and register online at Vote.NJ.Gov. #NJVotes

Yesterday, @LtGovCaldwellNJ launched the New Jersey Faith Action Center (FAC)! The FAC will be a bridge between faith and community organizations and state government, helping better support the people of New Jersey. Learn more and join the work at faith.nj.gov.

Join us in the Planetarium on May 16, 4:15 pm with Dr. Carrie Filion, Center for Computational Astrophysics for @NJStateMuseum’s next “Science Under The Stars”, “Local Group Archaeology: From our Neighborhood to the Universe”. Reserve a seat here: tinyurl.com/6dnpfcbs

Today, as Secretary of State, @LtGovCaldwellNJ testified before the Senate Budget Committee, sharing the work of the Department of State and the administration’s plans to strengthen its service New Jersey across elections, economic development, community, and culture.

The New Jersey History Conference is accepting proposals for workshops and presentations that feature diverse figures, events, and narratives throughout the 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Submit by April 30. bit.ly/NJconference

Trying to start or growing a business in New Jersey? The NJ Business Action Center is here to help you navigate the process. Advocates connect you with the right information and resources across state agencies. Call 1-800-JERSEY-7 or go to nj.gov/state/bac/