Most of our events are designed especially for families with children. The events notated with "**" are designed for adults only.
The New Jersey Museum of Agriculture is open Tuesday through Saturday, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm and on select Sundays.
Please call 732-249-2077 for more information.
The New Jersey Museum of Agriculture is conveniently located off U.S. Route 1 on College Farm Road at the entrance to the Cook Campus of Rutgers University.
Events are subject to change, please call 732-249-2077 to confirm dates and times.
Weekend Programs are included in regular Museum Admission unless otherwise indicated* in event description:
· $4 for adults · $3 for students & seniors · $2 for children (4-12 years old) · FREE for Museum Members and children 3 and younger
Program support provided by a grant from Jersey Fresh, a marketing program from the Division of Markets of the New Jersey Department of Agriculture.
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| NJMA 2010 Calendar of Events |
| Dairy Day
Saturday, March 27th
11-2 pm
Ongoing activities throughout the program.
· Goat Milking
· Kids Dairy Theme Craft
· $1 Ice Cream Sundae Bar
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| Rutgers Day: Ag Field Day Saturday, April 24th 9-3 pm
Activities include:
· Free Admission to the Museum · Purchase Jams, Salsas, and Honey · Craft activity for kids
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| 18th Annual Plant & Landscape Auction** Saturday, May 1st Doors open 8:30 am Auction begins 10:00 am
Support growth at the Museum by joining us at our 18hAnnual Plant & Landscape Auction. All auction items are donated, and all proceeds benefit the Museum’s mission to educate children and families of the role the Garden State has in the growth and development of agriculture in New Jersey. Viewing of the items available for bid will begin at 8:30 am. This is your chance to save on a wide selection of quality flowers, trees, and shrubs.
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National Ice Cream Day
Sunday, July 18th
11-2 pm
Come celebrate one of the greatest unknown holidays ever! President Ronald Regan, who was a big fan of ice cream, developed national Ice Cream Day in 1984. In his proclamation he called for all people of the United States to observe the third Sunday in July with ceremonies and activities.
Activities include: History of Ice Cream, Mini Ice Cream Cup Sundaes, Root Beer Float Samples, and Ice Cream Themed Craft for Kids.
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Fall Fun
Saturday, October 16th
11-2 pm
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On the Lenape Trail
Saturday, November 13th
11-2 pm
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Winter Celebration
Saturday, December 4th
11-2 pm
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