Saturday, October 15th11am-3pm
Meet craftsman Herb Kean and his apprentice as they demonstrate how to make simple wooden toys. Visitors are encouraged to ask questions and discuss toy making. Throughout this on-going demonstration, attendees will get hands-on opportunities to assist Herb.
Visit the Museum any time between 11am-3pm to participate.
Regular Admission. Call 973-377-2982 x14 for more information.
The Mood Swings is an all-gal classic rock band that was formed in the Fall of 2005. The seven women, all moms, have been playing in a variety of venues in Morris, Union and Essex County. The band has also played several fundraisers and recently performed at the prestigious gala for the Partnership for a Drug Free New Jersey held at the Pleseantdale Chateau in West Orange. 
As a special treat the band, No Shame featuring Connor Forde on guitar and vocals, Neil Forde on guitars and vocals and Alex Vezza on drums, will open the concert and will be performing from 6-6:30pm.
This final concert of the season is sure to get you up off your feet!
Guests are encouraged to spend some time after the concerts in downtown Madison where they can explore the town’s many unique shops and restaurants.
The Museum would like to especially acknowledge The Arts Council of the Morris Area, Star Ledger, Blue Ridge Mountain Sports, The Provident Bank, and Whole Foods, for their generous support. Thank you also, to Madison Honda and the Downtown Development Commission.
For more information please call 973-377-2982 x14 or visit our website at www.metc.org. Rain or Shine! In case of inclement weather concert will be held inside the Museum with first come first serve seating. FREE!
Whimsies:
tors will be delighted by the artistic and amusing creations of artist/craftsman Ken Olsen (1921-2010). Designed in a traditional American Folk Art style, his pieces will come to life and fascinate patrons of all ages. A longtime resident of Madison, New Jersey, Ken Olsen, was inspired by his 18th century house and its Americana décor. His pieces, which he referred to as “whimsies,” were deeply rooted in the American Folk Art tradition and were made with the intention to bring entertainment to its viewer. His creations followed such traditional folk themes as whirligigs, signs, and patriotic figures. His works also celebrated the founding fathers, his own family, nature, story telling and modern day themes.
This exhibit pays respect to the work of Ken Olsen and lightheartedly explores its historical precedents.
Throughout the exhibit’s duration, various public programs, events and activities will take place. Whimsies: Ken Olsen & the Folk Art Tradition will be open to the public until Sunday, Ja
nuary 15th.
Downtown Concert Series
Downtown Concert SeriesFriday, September 2nd
6 PM - 8 PM
NoName James & ButterBall will perform a mix of funk, blues and rock during this FREE, outdoor, family-friendly concert. Bring a blanket/chair and sit back and enjoy a pleasant evening of music at Museum. Picnicking welcome.
For more information call 973-377-2982 x14 or visit our website at www.metc.org.Rain or Shine! In case of inclement weather concert will be held inside the Museum with first come first serve seating.
FREE!
Downtown Concert Series
The FrostKings are a three to five-piece R&B, swing and blues band originating from the North Jersey area. Familiar to music fans in Northern and Central Jersey, and Southern New York State, the FrostKings have played many festivals and venues over the last few years. Some of their recent performances include: J&R Cigars, Kristine’s Swing Dances, the Chester Jazz & Blues Festival, the Morris and Somerset County 4H Fairs, Sussex County Chamber Champion of the Grill BBQ, Attilio’s Tavern, and the Westfield and North Branch Libraries.
The band is made up of Jim Davis on saxophone/clarinet, Big Al Krotoff on guitar and vocals, bassman Brad Vickers and Harry “Hurricane” Fiorilli on drums. They have been together a little more than eight years and have blended their diverse musical styles and backgrounds to form one tight-knit band. Equally at home playing swinging shuffles, slow blues or full-tilt boogies, their repertoire ranges from the West Coast swing stylings of Louis Jordan and T-Bone Walker, to the classic blues of Luther Johnson, B.B. King, Eddie “Clean Head” Vinson and Muddy Waters, to the R&B of Wilson Pickett and Herbie Hancock.
If you're not already a swing-blues fan, you will be after hearing the Icy-Cold tones of the FrostKings!
The Downtown Concert Series is a series of nine FREE Friday evening, family-friendly concerts, held every other Friday until September 30th, outside on the lawn of the Museum. Guests are encouraged to spend some time after the concerts in downtown Madison where they can explore the town’s many unique shops and restaurants.
Visit the Museum’s website for a full listing of the concert schedule at www.metc.org.
The Museum would like to especially acknowledge The Arts Council of the Morris Area, Star Ledger, Blue Ridge Mountain Sports, The Provident Bank, and Whole Foods, for their generous support. Thank you also, to Madison Honda and the Downtown Development Commission.
For more information please call 973-377-2982 x14 or visit our website at www.metc.org. Rain or Shine! In case of inclement weather concert will be held inside the Museum with first come first serve seating. FREE!
Regular Museum admission is $5.00 for adults, $3.00 for seniors, students & children, and free for Members. Family maximum admission $13.00. The Museum is open Tuesday – Saturday 10 A.M. to 4 P.M. and Sunday Noon to 5 P.M. Closed Monday & Major Holidays. (SUMMER HOURS- July & August, Tuesday – Saturday 10 A.M. to 4 P.M. Closed Sunday & Monday)
Housed in a 1900 Richardsonian-Romanesque Revival building listed on the National Register of Historic places, the Museum explores 18th- and 19th-century American history, with a focus on New Jersey. Drawing on its collection of over 8,000 hand tools and their products, METC uses material culture to interpret the lives and technologies of people who lived and worked before the rise of large-scale industrialization in this country. The Museum offers visitors of all ages a broad range of changing exhibits, and related programs that address many facets of early American history, craftsmanship, and the diversity of trades performed by men and women.
The Museum of Early Trades & Crafts received a General Operating Support Grant from the Borough of Madison, Charles Read Foundation, F.M. Kirby Foundation and Morris County Board of Chosen Freeholders. The Museum of Early Trades & Crafts received an operating support grant from the New Jersey Historical Commission, a division of the Department of State.
The Museum of Early Trades & Crafts is located at 9 Main Street in the heart of downtown Madison, just two blocks from the Madison train station. For information, please call 973-377-2982 x10 or visit our website at www.metc.org.
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Saturday, August 13th Set sail for an afternoon of pirate adventures. Participating pirates will spend the afternoon enjoying the numerous hands-on pirate themed activities taking place.
Advance registration required; call 973-377-2982 x12.
$5 Admission for all participants & Regular Admission for all others.
