July 13, 2022 - Coding: Drop in coding activity and craft. Learn basics of coding to program different art projects using Artie Max, the code-drawing robot! Craft projects are leveled to be enjoyed by children from kindergarten up through High School **Please plan for ~30 - 45 minutes of fun and have an adult attend with […]
July 14, 2022 - Engineering: Join METC as we delve into the exciting world of engineering! Crafters will solve problems and explore solutions using engineering principles through a series of interactive challenges. Craft projects are leveled to be enjoyed by children from kindergarten up through High School **Please plan for ~30 - 45 minutes of […]
Come join us for an afternoon of kid-friendly activities centered around our new exhibit on the History and Evolution of Fighting Fire in New Jersey. The day's events will include fire trucks, crafts, a scavenger hunt, museum tours, and other activities offered free to all participants. Registration recommended here. https://app.donorview.com/g87On This event is sponsored in […]
Come join us for a fun drop in craft inspired by the beautiful stained glass windows in our Museum. Crafters will be making their own stained glass creation using glass beads and other materials. Crafts are leveled to be appropriate for participants from kindergarten through High School. Crafts take around 30 - 45 minutes, please […]
The Museum of Early Trades & Crafts is partnering with The Book Arts Roundtable to offer a hand lettering workshop, taught by artists Ann Vollum and Chris Schorr. The session will include instruction on design and hand lettering of a small (4” X 6”) art project that can be framed. All materials are provided. Whether […]
Off School for the day? No worries - come join us at the METC Education Annex for our FREE Drop in Craft. We’ll be learning about and making Guatemalan Worry Doll, also known as Trouble Dolls. These pocket-sized friends are traditionally made from leftover textiles and are dressed in bright, traditional Mayan colors. Learn the fascinating […]
The Museum of Early Trades & Crafts (METC) will be hosting Les Monarcas de Barro (The Butterflies of Mud) in collaboration with the mutual aid society Mutual Morris on the METC lawn Bottle Hill day. Please be sure to stop by and learn about these organizations. Les Monarcas de Barro is dedicated to ceramic justice, […]
The Museum of Early Trades & Crafts is partnering with The Book Arts Roundtable to offer a hand lettering workshop, taught by artists Ann Vollum and Chris Schorr. The session will include instruction on design and hand lettering of a small (4” X 6”) art project that can be framed. All materials are provided. Whether […]
Join Fairy Art Mother Shari Seltzer to create Valentine’s Day handmade valentines from vintage and everyday materials that capture the spirit of friendship. This is a mixed-media art workshop celebrating friendship. This activity is appropriate for students currently attending kindergarten through 5th grade. Class is limited to 10. This workshop is sold out. If you'd […]
Please join BAR artists Bojana and Chris in this workshop to learn to make a simple mixed-media pamphlet book out of fabric or paper. Participants should be old enough to use scissors and glue and a large (dull) needle with thread for a very simple pre-punched stitch. Space is limited. Pre-registration required - register here.
Join METC for Family Fun Day! This year’s theme is sustainability and we have lots of fun, interactive activities and crafts for the whole family. The days also includes music and entertainment, a bounce house, Pizza Vita’s food truck, and more. There’s something for everyone at this free event for our community. Registration recommended here: […]
Taking us back to a bygone era, our mysterious and sophisticated evening will include signature cocktails, music, and more. We invite you to join us in the festivities with some special tributes and a few surprises.
