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African Art Museum of the SMA Fathers

23 Bliss Ave, Tenafly, NJ 07670

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Dedicated exclusively to African art, this Society of African Missions museum features rotating exhibits of its permanent collection. The museum offers two-three exhibitions per year, which may include masks, woodcarvings, pottery, basketry, sculpture, and textiles. Pieces from such countries as Nigeria, Mali, and...

Aviation Hall of Fame and Museum of New Jersey

400 Fred Wehran Dr, Teterboro, NJ 07608

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This museum is located at the Teterboro Airport, one of the busiest facilities serving private and commuter aircraft. The museum is located on the east side of airport, next to the new control tower in an independent facility where visitors can hear directions for incoming and outgoing aircraft. Aviation enthusiasts...

Botto House / American Labor Museum

83 Norwood St, Haledon, NJ 07508

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Housed in the 1908 Botto House National Landmark, the American Labor Museum has a collection of photographs, union memorabilia, tools and household artifacts which document the silk strike in the early 1900's. A good display giving a glimpse at the lifestyle of a generation of working-class immigrants. One floor is...

Branch Brook Park

Lake St, Newark, NJ 07104

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Designed by the Olmstead brothers, this park encompasses 360 acres and is about four miles long. Wandering paths, a lake, and winding streams feature predominantly, but perhaps the crowning glory of Branch Brook Park is its cherry trees. Thousands flock to the park's annual Cherry Blossom Festival, held during peak...

Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart

89 Ridge St, Newark, NJ 07104

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From the moment you walk into the sanctuary, you notice the Rose Window, which is 37 feet in diameter and one of the most beautiful and encompassing visual displays in the entire cathedral. Thankfully, the French Gothic architecture has been preserved. You can feel the sanctity reverberating all around you when the...

Dey Mansion

199 Totowa Rd, Wayne, NJ 07470

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The Dey Mansion was built in 1740 for militia commander Colonel Theunis Dey. In 1780, Dey hosted George Washington for several months during the Revolutionary War. Today, the mansion offers a look into history with period furnishings, weapons, prints and original historic documents.

Great Falls

65 McBride Ave, Paterson, NJ 07501

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Start your visit here with a stop at the Great Falls Cultural Center, where you'll learn more about the falls, and the long industrial history of the region. The area surrounding the falls is a designated National Historic Landmark, and contains the remnants of over 200 years of industry. The 77-foot waterfall on the...

Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge

152 Pleasant Plains Rd, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920

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This 7300-acre wildlife sanctuary supports hundreds of species of plants and animals, and with almost nine miles of walking trails, you have a good chance of seeing something a little unexpected. Various special events are offered throughout the year. For more information or to schedule a tour, contact the Friends of...

Hamilton Farms

1040 Pottersville Rd, Gladstone, NJ 07934

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Headquarters of the United States Equestrian Team. On race weeks, you can come see the magnificent horses stabled here (Note: horses are not permanently stabled at Gladstone); otherwise, visitors are welcome to tour the grounds, visit the historic barn (now offices), and see the massive trophy room. Competitions are...

Hermitage House

335 N Franklin Tpke, Ho-ho-kus, NJ 07423

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Although there has been a house on this property since 1740, the basic structure of the current house was built in 1763. George Washington stayed here in 1778; Aaron Burr met and married his wife here during the same period. In 1807, Elijah Rosegrant purchased the house; his son ordered major Gothic Revival...

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