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Jr. Explorers Club for Homeschoolers
A parent-sponsored, free field trip club for homeschooled children of all ages. We go on monthly field trips to fun, educational locations in PA, NJ, DE & NY.

NJ Homeschool Hangout
Our members are from all over NJ...from the Northern tip to the Southern tip. We have meetups all throughout NJ and the surrounding area. Some of our meetup locations will be in Northern, Central, and Southern NJ and also NY and PA.

Zestive - NJ, of Course!
Ideas for field trips and even gardening tips in the Garden State.

Aquariums

New Jersey State Aquarium
Learn about interesting animals and their exciting habitats found in our exhibits. 1 Riverside Dr., Camden, (800) 616-JAWS

Astronomy

Planetarium at County College of Morris
The Planetarium includes over 100 optical systems, of which 32 project over 4,200 stars. It has shows almost every month, including some shows speciically designed for children. Occasional "Jazz Under The Stars" planetarium shows are scheduled with live musicians. 214 Center Grove Road, Randolph, NJ 07869. Call 973 328 5076 to make a reservation.

The Newark Museum
The Museum complex, the largest in New Jersey, weaves together 80 galleries of art and science, a mini zoo, planetarium, gift shops, cafe, auditorium, sculpture garden, schoolhouse and the Ballantine House. 49 Washington Street, P.O. Box 540, Newark, NJ 07101-0540, (973) 596-6550. Site navigation doesn't work in some browsers.

Educational Retreats

Inn The Gardens Bed & Breakfast
Try one of our home-school weeks scheduled during June and September that are planned with you in mind.  Meet other homeschool families and take advantage of fun tours at this seaside resort.

History & Culture

Fosterfields Living Historical Farm
NJ's first "living historical farm" has year-round tours and special events. Not a replica, Fosterfields is a working farm, using the tools, techniques, and materials of a turn-of-the-century farm. Located in Morristown, NJ.

Historic Allaire Village
Numerous special events and educational programs are offered at the village year round. Located in Monmouth County. (732) 919-3500

Howell Living History Farm
A time machine that takes you back to the year 1900. Off Rt. 29 two miles south of Lambertville. (609)737-3299.

Museum of Early Trades & Crafts
Exhibits, programs and special events, with a special emphasis on educating and entertaining children of all ages. Located in Madison, NJ

New Jersey State Museum
From fossils to fine art, from Native American tools to the finest silver, from quilts to comets, from prehistory to the future, the New Jersey State Museum is four museums in one and offers a galaxy of experiences for every member of the family. 205 West State Street in Trenton.

Industry

Franklin Mineral Museum & Mine Replica
The Franklin Mineral Museum has over 4,000 species and 3 dump areas to investigate - a wide range of geological, mineralogical, archaeological, and historical themes to offer its visitors. Open weekends in March, daily April to November. Located an hour from NYC at 32 Evans Street, Franklin, Sussex County, NJ.

Sterling Hill Mining Museum
A world famous underground zinc mine in northwestern New Jersey open for tours to all. Located in Ogdensburg, an hour from NYC.

Music

Bay-Atlantic Symphony
We offer very inexpensive educational concerts for students in Atlantic, Cumberland and Cape May counties. Concerts are performed at Cumberland County College in Vineland, and at Stockton College in Pomona. We welcome homeschoolers to our entertaining performances. (856) 451-1169.

Nature

Cape May
World renowned for bird watching, because it is one of the largest breeding grounds for neotropical migratory shore birds in the world. This is a monthly magazine site, with new articles monthly.

Turtle Back Zoo
Noted for its reptile house and alligator exhibit. West Orange, NJ.

Regional Guides

Pine Barrens of New Jersey
Whether you're down for the day, here for a vacation, or just a "piney" looking for something new and exciting to do, there's bound to be something here to interest you.

Science Centers

Liberty Science Center
Those viewing this link on A to Z Home's Cool and their families are offered a discount of $3.00 per person. To take advantage of this offer, make a copy of this offer and present it to the LSC Box Office. Liberty State Park, 222 Jersey City Boulevard, Jersey City, NJ 07305. Coupon Code: A301. *Savings offer expires December 31, 2008 and cannot be combined with any other offers. Save $3 per exhibition ticket or combination ticket purchase up to five guests for a maximum savings of $15. Tickets must be purchased in a single transaction at the Box Office or by phone. Tickets are only valid for date purchased. Tickets purchased in advance must be picked up at the Will Call Window on the day of your scheduled visit.

Theatre

Bickford Theater at Morris Museum
The Morris Museum presents theatre for young audiences on the stage of their 312-seat Bickford Theatre. 6 Normandy Heights Road, Morristown, NJ 07960 Bickford Theatre Box Office 973.971.3706 Homeschoolers can also arrange to attend the "classroom intermission" performances during the week.

Paper Mill Playhouse Children's Theatre
Homeschoolers may be most interested in "on school time" performaces (Group Sales Coordinator, at 973.379.3636 ext. 2438). In addition to these and year-round performances, Paper Mill offers Theatre school and a summer theatre program. Brookside Drive, Millburn, NJ 07041, Box office 973-376-4343

Pax Amicus Castle Theatre
Presents day time and evening performances of children's shows and Shakespeare. 23 Lake Shore Drive, Budd Lake, NJ 07828 Box Office (973) 691-2100 - Main (973) 691-4900 - School & Group Sales.

 
Recommended books to help you explore New Jersey
 
New Jersey's Big Activity Book (The New Jersey Experience)
New Jersey's Big Activity Book (The New Jersey Experience)
by Carole Marsh
 

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