Family Fun and Learning in New Jersey (continued)
16) The Newark Museum – Whether it’s the arts or natural science, this museum has you covered. The mummy case of Henet-Mer, the period rooms of the Ballantine House or the decorative beadwork in the Native American art gallery tempt creatives, and the natural science side of the museum has a planetarium, the Dynamic Earth gallery and a small zoo. There are drop-in learning and craft programs for children and families on the weekends.
17) Monmouth Battlefield State Park – Molly Pitcher entered into legend here when she assisted her husband loading and firing cannon during the 1778 Colonial battle against the British. Every year in June, there is a major reenactment event with costumed soldiers and cannon fire (it was the largest artillery engagement of the Revolutionary War.) A local family maintains pick-your-own orchards within the park, and the grounds and Visitor Center have lots of period buildings and exhibits.
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