Friends of NJ State Museum
Cause Area
- Arts & Culture
- Children & Youth
- Justice & Legal
Location
PO BOX 530TRENTON, NJ 08625 United StatesOrganization Information
Mission Statement
The Friends Museum Shop compliments the mission of The New Jersey State Museum offering visitors a broad selection of books and memorabilia on state and regional history as well as merchandise that supports the Museum’s current and permanent exhibits. Gift items of jewelry, pottery, note cards and prints are handcrafted by local artists.
In the children’s area of the shop you will find fun and educational gifts from our planet’s past to man’s future in space.
Description
Established in 1968, the mission of the Friends is to support the collections, exhibitions and educational programs of The New Jersey State Museum through advocacy, fundraising and volunteerism. The Friends members comprise the core volunteer and docent group for the Museum. They have dedicated themselves to furthering the Museum’s educational mission by hosting special events, trips and programs aimed at increasing public awareness of the rich educational and cultural resources of the Museum.