Morris County - Madison - Time Travel in New Jersey

Time Travel in New Jersey
Tuesdays, January 29, Feb 5, 12, 26, & Mar. 5, 19.
(Make-up day, if needed, Mar. 26)

  Travel in time through New Jersey history from the earliest European settlers to the dramatic changes of the 19th century. Experience life through the eyes of many different New Jerseyans, including Native Americans, settlers, and Loyalists, and try your hand at a variety of crafts and activities along the way. For grades 1-5 from 4:15-5:15 pm.

  Session Rate: $96 per child (10% off for METC Members & for additional siblings). Prorating available for partial enrollment. Register online here or contact Education Department at 973-377-2982, ext. 12, or email education@metc.org.  | metc.org | 9 Main Street, Madison, NJ 07940
Location: 9 Main St, Madison, NJ 07940, USA

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