Saturday, January 7th 2 PM
Meet Ryan Hyman, the F.M. Kirby Curator of Collections at Macculloch Hall Historical Museum and learn about how cartoonist Thomas Nast’s illustrations influenced iconic American symbols that we know and love today.
Space is limited. Pre-registration recommended. Call 973-377-2982x14 for reservations.
Regular Admission.
Sunday, December 11thTake in the beauty of the season with, harpist Odarka Stockert, as she plays seasonal music on the Celtic harp. This family-friendly concert, held in the Museum’s Main Gallery, is sure to get you and your family into a festive winter spirit.
Odarka Polanskyj Stockert is an accomplished harpist with a repertoire spanning the centuries — from Classical to Broadway to Folk. Based in Millburn, New Jersey, she performs on both the concert pedal harp and the folk harp, and is available to play a variety of engagements; including weddings, corporate functions, holiday concerts, medieval events, and children’s programs.
Odarka was a long time student of celebrated concert harpist, the late Leone Paulson, of South Orange, New Jersey, with whom she performed as a member of the Paulson Harp Ensemble. She spent several summers in Dublin, Ireland, in workshop studies and participating in the O’Carolan Irish Harp and Granard Harp Competitions, winning awards and honors in both.
She is also a collaborator of the Yara Arts Group based at the La Mama, ETC in New York and has performed in many Yara events and productions. Additionally, she is a founding member of Glendalough’s Muse, a celtic flute and harp duo and Suenos del Alma, a latin inspired harp and violin duo. Odarka lives in Millburn, with her husband Thomas, and daughters Sophia and Ariadna.
$10 Admission for non-members & $5 Admission for Members.
Space is limited. Pre-registration is highly recommended, call 973-377-2982 x14.
Monday,Gather around our Museum Educator and listen to teddy bear stories. Take part in teddy bear crafts and activities. Sample some yummy teddy bear treats and enjoy an afternoon of teddy bear fun!
Appropriate for children 2-6 years old. $3 Admission for all. Pre-registration is strongly recommended. For more information call Education Coordinator, Meg Wastie at 973-377-2982 x12.
On Wednesday, November 2nd from 6 pm to 8 pm, the Board of Trustees of the Museum of Early Trades & Crafts invites guests to join them at the Museum for a special reception to raise money for its educational programs. The event, Investing in Our Children, celebrates the Museum and honors Investors Bank.Advance registration is strongly recommended. Limited number of tickets sold. Tickets are $100.00/person and can be purchased in advance or at the door. Donations are welcome. Call 973-377-2982 x14 for more information or visit www.metc.org.
& Sunday, November 6thHave the opportunity to create your very own old-fashioned homemade toy, inspired by the whimsical animal toys of Ken Olson. Participants will make sculptures of animals, real or imaginary, using an assortment of wooden pieces, letting the different shapes inspire their creations. After assembly, participants will also have the chance to paint and decorate their sculptures.
Saturday, November 5th workshop is open to children and their families and Sunday, November 6th workshop is open to teens and adults.
Advance registration required; call 973-377-2982 x14. Admission is $7 for Non-members & $5 for Members.
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.
