Museum of Early Trades & Crafts

Rose City Dog Day Tours
2024-11-02 13:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Museum of Early Trades & Crafts, 9 Main Street, Madison, NJ, 07940, United States
Come learn more about Geraldine Rockefeller Dodge during Rose City Dog Day on November 2! Tours available at 1PM and 2:30PM. Tours are 30 minutes each.
Attend a tour and receive 10% off in our Museum Shop!
Be sure to get your “Best in Show” photo with Mrs. Dodge on our lawn.

An Evening with The Seeing Eye
2024-11-14 19:00 - 20:00 | Education Annex, 23 Main Street, Madison, NJ, 07940, United States
Spend a evening with guests from The Seeing Eye, the first guide dog school in the US, as they talk about their organization and the process of turning puppies into Seeing Eye dogs. Participants will get to pet these amazing dogs that change lives. This event is for families with children ages 8 and up.
$10/person, $20/family, free for members.

Holiday Craft: Bountiful Thanksgiving
2024-11-26 15:00 - 18:00 | Education Annex, 23 Main Street, Madison, NJ, 07940, United States
Gobble… and craft… til you wobble! Kick-off the Thanksgiving holiday with METC on Tuesday, November 26. Drop in after school between 3pm and 6pm to create Thanksgiving crafts like pumpkin patches, handprint turkeys, pie garland, clothespin scarecrows, and more. Guardians must accompany children at all times.
$5/ child, $10/family, free for members

Makerspace December
2024-12-07 11:00 - 15:00 | Education Annex, 23 Main Street, Madison, NJ, 07940, United States
Join us at Makerspace on the first Saturday every month between 11am and 3pm at the METC Education Annex at 23 Main Street, Madison, NJ. Whether you are looking for a kid-friendly project or for something creative to do after spending time at our Museum, Makerspace is the place to be with hands-on activities in our collaborative work space geared towards kids ages 5 to 12! Kids will use our 3D printer, build with Legos, make jewelry, experiment with our marble run and coding robots, and more! Children must be accompanied by guardians at all times.
$10/family, free for members.

Drop Off Holiday Craft
2024-12-10 16:00 - 18:00 | Education Annex, 23 Main Street, Madison, NJ, 07940, United States
Need to get some holiday shopping done without the kids? And we bet, your kids would much rather have some fun, anyway! Have them join us at METC’s Education Annex on December 10 from 4-6PM. For ages 7-11, children will create Q-tip snowflakes, popsicle snowmen, snow owls, handprint penguins and more. It’s a winter wonderland of fun!
$10/child

Makerspace January
2025-01-04 11:00 - 15:00 | Education Annex, 23 Main Street, Madison, NJ, 07940, United States

Closing Event
2025-01-09 19:00 - 20:00 | Museum of Early Trades & Crafts, 9 Main Street, Madison, NJ, 07940, United States
Beginning in our Museum (9 Main Street), join us for a toast and a last look at our Dodge exhibit on Thursday, January 9. After the last look, we will move across the street to the METC Education Annex (23 Main Street) for a screening of “The Youngest Daughter” and a Q&A with METC Curator of Collections, Claudette Stecher Lopez and Mallory Mortillaro of the Hartley Dodge Foundation.

$15/person, free for members.

School's Out - January 20th
2025-01-20 11:00 - 15:00 | Education Annex, 23 Main Street, Madison, NJ, 07940, United States
School is out but fun is in! Grab your friends and spend some time at the Education Annex between 11am and 3pm on Monday, January 20 to make friendship bracelets. The Museum will also be open from 10am-4pm.
$5/child, $10/family, free for members.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Makerspace February
2025-02-01 11:00 - 15:00 | Education Annex, 23 Main Street, Madison, NJ, 07940, United States

Rocks in the Garden: A Public History of Slavery in Morris County
2025-02-06 19:00 - 20:00 | Education Annex, 23 Main Street, Madison, NJ, 07940, United States
We welcome historian Mike Snyder to discuss the impact and history of slavery in Morris County. His presentation, as part of METC’s lecture series, examines local slaveholders and enslaved people from the Revolution to the end of the Civil War, connecting different pieces of evidence to tell untold stories, help change the narrative, and give voice and agency to marginalized people.
Registration is required. Free admission is sponsored by the New Jersey Council for the Humanities.

Mr. Snyder was the 2012 recipient of the David Michael Friedlander Award for academic achievement from the history department at Rutgers University.

Become a Buttercream Boss
2025-02-08 12:30 - 15:30 | Education Annex, 23 Main Street, Madison, NJ, 07940, United States
Indulge your sweet tooth as you learn the art of decorating with buttercream in a master class led by Caroline from Sweet Passion Cakery. Choose your own buttercream colors and practice your piping skills before decorating 4 artful and delicious cupcakes to bring home (or eat on the spot!)

2 sessions available: 12:30-1:30pm and 2:30-3:30pm
Each session will be limited to 30 participants.

Ages 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. $20/person.

Thank you to our co-sponsor!PC Problems50 Main Street, Madison

School's Out - February 17
2025-02-17 11:00 - 15:00 | Education Annex, 23 Main Street, Madison, NJ, 07940, United States
Enjoy the day off from school where science and art will collide in our Education Annex. Entertain your brain as you create marble mazes, build phases of the moon garland, fly pinwheel helicopters, and create a model of the solar system. The Museum will be open for exploration from 10am-4pm to complete your day.
$5/child, $10/family, free for members.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Makerspace March
2025-03-01 11:00 - 15:00 | Education Annex, 23 Main Street, Madison, NJ, 07940, United States

Finger Puppets and Storytelling with Mickey Waring
2025-03-08 13:00 - 14:30 | Education Annex, 23 Main Street, Madison, NJ, 07940, United States
From puppet play to storybook! Delve into narrative arts on Saturday, March 8th at 1PM and create mice and other finger and stick puppets out of paper, fabric, and mixed media scraps. Guided by Book Arts Artist Mickey Waring, each participant will create their unique critter character and props for them to interact with. In the process of making puppets, participants will create stories to write about them in a unique matchbox artist book.
This drop off program is for children ages 7- 10, and is limited to 8 participants. $15/child, $5/member. Registration closes March 5.
About the Artist: Book Arts Roundtable artist Mickey Waring is an art educator, artist, and poet. She teaches children and adults, works in several media, and has published her poems and an online blog.

Bad Nauralist: A Conversation with Paula Whyman
2025-03-13 17:00 - 20:00 | Education Annex, 23 Main Street, Madison, NJ, 07940, United States
Join the Madison Environmental Commission for a self-deprecating and humorous tale of rewilding a Blue Ridge Mountain top. Paula Whyman’s memoir is entirely relatable to anyone who has fallen in love with native plants. During this event, she’ll be interviewed by the hosts of the Native Plant Society of New Jersey’s WildStory podcast, Kim Correro & Ann E. Wallace.
The evening events include:
5-6:45PM – private browsing for environmental books at the Nature of Reading Bookshop (22 Main Street)
6:30-7PM – Wine & cheese at the METC Education Annex (23 Main Street)
7PM – Book discussion and signing.

Register today for this free event!

Brought to you by The Borough of Madison Environmental Commission, The Nature of Reading Bookshop, The WildStory Podcast, & the Museum of Early Trades & Crafts.

Makers Day 2025
2025-03-22 11:00 - 15:00 | Education Annex, 23 Main Street, Madison, NJ, 07940, United States
Makers Day 2025 at METC is everything but the kitchen sink!
Join us on Saturday, March 22 from 11AM-3PM, for NJ Makers Day as we experiment with spoon catapults, create straw bookmarks and spoon dolls, and design magnet mazes out of plates. Turn ordinary objects into science and art fun during New Jersey STEM Month.
Best for ages 5-11.

Makerspace April
2025-04-05 11:00 - 15:00 | Education Annex, 23 Main Street, Madison, NJ, 07940, United States
Join us at Makerspace on the first Saturday every month between 11am and 3pm at the METC Education Annex at 23 Main Street, Madison, NJ. Whether you are looking for a kid-friendly project or for something creative to do after spending time at our Museum, Makerspace is the place to be with hands-on activities in our collaborative work space geared towards kids ages 5 to 12! Kids will use our 3D printer, build with Legos, make jewelry, experiment with our marble run and coding robots, and more! Children must be accompanied by guardians at all times.
$10/family, $15/Makerspace plus museum admission, free for members

Makerspace May
2025-05-03 11:00 - 15:00 | Education Annex, 23 Main Street, Madison, NJ, 07940, United States
May 3rd is Superhero Day in Madison! Join us for a SUPER edition of Makerspace with guest artist Dan Fenelon as you create your own superhero logo. Wear it proudly on your shirt as you chase the Madison Menace through town collecting superpowers. Entrance to the museum is free as you track down the menace.
$10/family, free for members

Makerspace June
2025-06-07 11:00 - 15:00 | Education Annex, 23 Main Street, Madison, NJ, 07940, United States
Join us for the last Makerspace of the 2024-2025 school year on June 7 between 11am and 3pm at the METC Education Annex at 23 Main Street, Madison, NJ. Whether you are looking for a kid-friendly project or for something creative to do after spending time at our Museum, Makerspace is the place to be with hands-on activities in our collaborative work space geared towards kids ages 5 to 12! Kids will use our 3D printer, build with Legos, make jewelry, experiment with our marble run and coding robots, and more! Children must be accompanied by guardians at all times.
$10/family, $15/Makerspace plus museum admission, free for members

All Ages Tour
2025-06-08 14:00 - 15:00 | Museum of Early Trades & Crafts, 9 Main Street, Madison, NJ, 07940, United States
Join us for a guided tour for all ages of METC and its exhibits at 2PM on Sunday, June 8.
This tour is free with the price of your admission. Pre-registration is encouraged below. Please pay at the door.

Teddy Bear Picnic
2025-06-24 13:00 - 15:00 | Education Annex, 23 Main Street, Madison, NJ, 07940, United States
Grab your favorite stuffie for a fun-filled afternoon! For children ages 3-6 with their caregiver, gather to hear teddy bear stories, make a craft, and enjoy some treats.
Please note: Snacks will be nut-free.
$10/family, free for members.

June 25 Workspace Wednesday (6 and under)
2025-06-25 10:00 - 12:00 | Education Annex, 23 Main Street, Madison, NJ, 07940, United States
Join us for a collaborative workspace for caregivers and children ages 6 and under.
On June 25, play with blocks, puzzles, and beads, get creative with coloring, build with Legos, and more!
$10 per family, free for members.

July 2 Workspace Wednesday (6 and under)
2025-07-02 10:00 - 12:00 | Education Annex, 23 Main Street, Madison, NJ, 07940, United States
Join us for a collaborative workspace for caregivers and children ages 6 and under.
On July 2, play with blocks, puzzles, and beads, get creative with coloring, build with Legos, and more!
$10 per family, free for members.

July 9 Workspace Wednesday (6 and under)
2025-07-09 10:00 - 12:00 | Education Annex, 23 Main Street, Madison, NJ, 07940, United States
Join us for a collaborative workspace for caregivers and children ages 6 and under.
On July 9, play with blocks, puzzles, and beads, get creative with coloring, build with Legos, and more!
$10 per family, free for members.

July 16 Workspace Wednesday (6 and under)
2025-07-16 10:00 - 12:00 | Education Annex, 23 Main Street, Madison, NJ, 07940, United States
Join us for a collaborative workspace for caregivers and children ages 6 and under.
On July 16, play with blocks, puzzles, and beads, get creative with coloring, build with Legos, and more!
$10 per family, free for members.

July 18 Drop Off Craft
2025-07-18 14:00 - 16:00 | Education Annex, 23 Main Street, Madison, NJ, 07940, United States
A drop-off event for children ages 7-12!
Join us for a variety of food-related crafts and activities to keep the “fun” in Fridays! (30 participant limit)
$20/child; $10 for members.
(Members, use code: “memberfun” at checkout)

Family Fun Day
2025-07-19 11:00 - 15:00 | NJ
Join us for our FREE annual day of fun, interactive activities and crafts! This year’s METC Family Fun Day is a carnival with with a juggler, a bounce house, face painting, games, crafts, food trucks, and more!
See you on Saturday, July 19 from 11AM-3PM.
All Event Long:

Bounce House sponsored by The Joe Kubert School
Face Painting by artists from The Joe Kubert School
Water games on the lawn
Crafts in the METC Education Annex
Bubbles provided by Tons of Toys
Free admission to METC

Special Event from 1:30-2PM:

Bill the Juggler sponsored by Meg Mullin – Coldwell Banker

Food Trucks:

Rose City Wurst
Sizzle Pizza
Kona Ice

Thank you to our sponsors:

July 23 Workspace Wednesday (6 and under)
2025-07-23 10:00 - 12:00 | Education Annex, 23 Main Street, Madison, NJ, 07940, United States
Join us for a collaborative workspace for caregivers and children ages 6 and under.
On July 23, play with blocks, puzzles, and beads, get creative with coloring, build with Legos, and more!
$10 per family, free for members.

Downtown Concert Series: The C3 Soul Review
2025-07-25 18:00 - 20:00 | Museum of Early Trades & Crafts, 9 Main Street, Madison, NJ, 07940, United States
TONIGHT’S CONCERT IS CANCELED.

Enjoy a FREE night of music this summer on Fridays from 6-8pm. Bring your own chair or blanket to sit and listen to some great performances sponsored by the DDC.
Join us on July 25 for The C3 Soul Review, a band from different musical avenues who share a love of music and entertaining the masses!
The C3 Soul Revue is an eclectic group of musicians who love playing various styles of music to entertain folks near and far the tri-state area. When The C3 Soul Revue hits the stage, they’re not just playing music – they’re serving up a feast for your ears, and everyone’s invited to the party!

July 30 Workspace Wednesday (6 and under)
2025-07-30 10:00 - 12:00 | Education Annex, 23 Main Street, Madison, NJ, 07940, United States
Join us for a collaborative workspace for caregivers and children ages 6 and under.
On July 30, play with blocks, puzzles, and beads, get creative with coloring, build with Legos, and more!
$10 per family, free for members.
