Upcoming Preservation Events in Jersey City
From panel discussions featuring esteemed experts to guided tours of iconic sites, our events section offers something for everyone interested in preservation and community history. Join us in celebrating and safeguarding the distinct architectural fabric of Jersey City, most prominently the historic Hudson & Manhattan Railroad Powerhouse, our most iconic cultural monument!
The Island: A Walking Tour of Jersey City's Hidden Historic Neighborhood
Join us for The Island: A Walking Tour of Jersey City’s Hidden Historic Neighborhood on Sunday, June 14, 2026, from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. Enter a forgotten historic neighborhood — accessible only by two narrow truss foot-and-car bridges spanning a 200-year-old rail cut now used by PATH — to find quiet slopes and cul-de-sacs, no-outlet lanes, back alleys, and hairpin turns atop ancient rock formations, with each street lined with 19th-century townhouses, mid-century modern mews, white picket fences, and elevated gardens. Co-sponsored with the Historic Jersey City & Harsimus Cemetery. $20 via our Eventbrite.
Van Vorst Park Walking Tour
Join architectural historian and preservation activist John Gomez on Saturday, June 20, 2026 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. for an exploration of the Van Vorst Park residential neighborhood and learn about the history and architectural highlights of an important historic district in Jersey City. In celebration of Pride Month 2026, 50% of the proceeds from this walking tour will be donated to the Venus Pellagatti Extravaganza House. Ticket holders will meet at the Steps of City Hall at 280 Grove Street. $25 via our Eventbrite.
Hamilton Park Walking Tour
Join architectural historian and preservation activist John Gomez on Saturday, June 20, 2026 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. for an exploration of Jersey City’s Hamilton Park residential neighborhood and learn about the history and architectural highlights of an important historic district in Jersey City. In celebration of Pride Month 2026, 50% of the proceeds from this walking tour will be donated to the Venus Pellagatti Extravaganza House. Ticket holders will meet at WORD Jersey City Bookstore at 29 McWilliams Place. $25 via our Eventbrite.
Save the Powerhouse Walking Tour
Our summer season of Save the Powerhouse Walking Tours starts on Saturday, June 27, 2026 from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. Explore the Hudson & Manhattan Railroad Powerhouse neighborhood this summer and experience a 200-year-old industrial landscape reinvented for 21st-century living and working. Co-sponsored by the Powerhouse Arts District Neighborhood Association (PADNA). $25 via our Eventbrite.
The Island: A Walking Tour of Jersey City's Hidden Historic Neighborhood
Join us for The Island: A Walking Tour of Jersey City’s Hidden Historic Neighborhood on Saturday, July 18, 2026 from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. Enter a forgotten historic neighborhood — accessible only by two narrow truss foot-and-car bridges spanning a 200-year-old rail cut now used by PATH — to find quiet slopes and cul-de-sacs, no-outlet lanes, back alleys, and hairpin turns atop ancient rock formations, with each street lined with 19th-century townhouses, mid-century modern mews, white picket fences, and elevated gardens. Co-sponsored with the Historic Jersey City & Harsimus Cemetery; $25 via our Eventbrite.
Announcing Our Inaugural Save the Powerhouse Pub Crawl!
Announcing our Save the Powerhouse Pub Crawl on Saturday, May 30, 2026, 2-6pm! Book tickets today for this inaugural event centered around our Save the Powerhouse community campaign and movement!
Lafayette Neighborhood Black Heritage Trail Walking Tour
Join the Jersey City Landmarks Conservancy during Preservation Month in Jersey City on the Lafayette Neighborhood Black Heritage Trail Walking Tour led by Jersey City historian and community advocate Jerome Choice, who will take attendees on an enriching, emotional and personal journey highlighting the rich Black history of Jersey City's historic Lafayette district. FREE with RSVP!
Save the Powerhouse Walking Tour
Join the Jersey City Landmarks Conservancy on Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 11am-1pm during Preservation Month in Jersey City for the Save the Powerhouse Walking Tour. Book tickets today!
Journal Square Walking Tour
Join the Jersey City Landmarks Conservancy’s architectural historians for the Journal Square Walking Tour, an exploration of Jersey City’s historic residential and commercial Journal Square neighborhood. This special Preservation Month in Jersey City tour is in collaboration with the Journal Square Community Association, with all proceeds supporting the nonprofit Jersey City Landmarks Conservancy. Book tickets today!
From the Ground Up: How Grassroots Advocacy Led to Jersey City’s Newest Historic Districts
Join the Jersey City Landmarks Conservancy for a free lecture as part of our Preservation Month in Jersey City programming: From the Ground Up: How Grassroots Advocacy Led to Jersey City’s Newest Historic Districts at the Museum of Jersey City History on Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 11am to 12:30pm. Join the Q&A with local preservation advocates! FREE with RSVP.
Hamilton Park Walking Tour
Join the Jersey City Landmarks Conservancy during Preservation Month in Jersey City on the Hamilton Park Walking Tour, a 2-hour exploration of the Hamilton Park Historic District. Book tickets today!
Van Vorst Park Walking Tour
Join the Jersey City Landmarks Conservancy during Preservation Month in Jersey City on the Van Vorst Park Walking Tour, a 2-hour exploration of the Van Vorst Park Historic District. Book tickets today!
West Bergen Architectural Walking Tour
Join the Jersey City Landmarks Conservancy during Preservation Month in Jersey City on the West Bergen Architectural Walking Tour, a 3-hour exploration of the architecture and art treasures of the West Bergen—East Lincoln Park Historic District. Book tickets today!
Save the Powerhouse Walking Tour
Book tickets now for the April 11, 2026 Save the Powerhouse Walking Tour and help support our community campaign for the Powerhouse — Jersey City’s most iconic architectural monument!
Save the Powerhouse Walking Tour
Participate in a special Easter Edition of our Save the Powerhouse Walking Tour — where kids attend for free!
Save the Powerhouse Walking Tours
Plug into preservation and participate in the Jersey City Landmarks Conservancy’s SAVE THE POWERHOUSE community campaign for the 1908 Hudson & Manhattan Railroad Powerhouse, Jersey City’s most iconic architectural monument! Join preservationist John Gomez for the Conservancy’s first round of SAVE THE POWERHOUSE WALKING TOURS on select Saturdays in November-December 2025 & January-April 2026.
Black Heritage Trail Tours presented by the Jersey City Landmarks Conservancy
The Jersey City Landmarks Conservancy presents BLACK HERITAGE TRAIL tours in proud partnership with the Jersey City Anti-Violence Coalition, the Museum of Jersey City History, Councilman Frank "Educational" Gilmore, Gotta Go Gaming S.T.E.A.M. and ESports Education HUB. Book tickets now!
Save the Powerhouse Walking Tours
Plug into preservation and participate in the Jersey City Landmarks Conservancy’s SAVE THE POWERHOUSE community campaign for the 1908 Hudson & Manhattan Railroad Powerhouse, Jersey City’s most iconic architectural monument! Join preservationist John Gomez for the Conservancy’s first round of SAVE THE POWERHOUSE WALKING TOURS on select Saturdays in November-December 2025 & January-April 2026!
Save the Powerhouse Walking Tours
Plug into preservation and participate in the Jersey City Landmarks Conservancy’s SAVE THE POWERHOUSE community campaign for the 1908 Hudson & Manhattan Railroad Powerhouse, Jersey City’s most iconic architectural monument! Join preservationist John Gomez for the Conservancy’s first round of SAVE THE POWERHOUSE WALKING TOURS on select Saturdays in November-December 2025 & January-April 2026!
Save the Powerhouse Walking Tours
Plug into preservation and participate in the Jersey City Landmarks Conservancy’s SAVE THE POWERHOUSE community campaign for the 1908 Hudson & Manhattan Railroad Powerhouse, Jersey City’s most iconic architectural monument! Join preservationist John Gomez for the Conservancy’s first round of SAVE THE POWERHOUSE WALKING TOURS on select Saturdays in November-December 2025 & January-April 2026!
Save the Powerhouse Neighborhood Walking Tours
Plug into preservation and participate in the Jersey City Landmarks Conservancy’s SAVE THE POWERHOUSE community campaign for the 1908 Hudson & Manhattan Railroad Powerhouse, Jersey City’s most iconic architectural monument! Join preservationist John Gomez for the Conservancy’s first round of SAVE THE POWERHOUSE NEIGHBORHOOD TOURS on select Saturdays in November, December & January!
151 Bay St - Adaptive Reuse Award Plaque Unveiling
Celebrate the unveiling of the 2024 Adaptive Reuse Award plaque honoring the historic transformation of the former 1914–1915 A&P warehouse annex! 🎉
2025 Annual JCLC Preservation Awards Ceremony!
Join the Jersey City Landmarks Conservancy for our annual Preservation Awards Ceremony at the historic Barrow Mansion!
25th Annual Jersey City LGBTQ+ Pride Festival
Find the JCLC’s booth near the Grove St. PATH Station at the 25th Annual Jersey City Pride Festival for some LGBTQIA+ History and fun!
Best Laid Plans? Jersey City's Master Plans, 1920-1968
The New Jersey Room presents Best Laid Plans? Jersey City's Master Plans, 1920-1968, a look at three Master Plans developed by the City of Jersey City to guide its development during the middle of the 20th Century.
ERASURE / VISIBILITY at Museum of Jersey City History
An exhibit and talk series celebrating LGBTQIA+ History and 25 years of Jersey City Pride.
I'm Your Venus Screening + Q&A
The Jersey City Landmarks Conservancy kicks off Jersey City Pride with a screening of I’m Your Venus at Art House, followed by an exclusive panel discussion and Q&A.
Envisioning Our Future: Jersey City’s Embankment & Bergen Arches
Join the Embankment Preservation Coalition for the opening reception of Envisioning Our Future: Jersey City’s Embankment & Bergen Arches on Saturday, June 21st, 4-7 pm, at the historic Casa Colombo in Downtown Jersey City.
Hamilton Park Walking Tour
Check out a preview of our architectural coloring pages below!
Join architectural historian and preservation activist John Gomez for an exploration of the architectural and cultural resources of Jersey City’s Hamilton Park Historic District in partnership with Silverman — Building Neighborhoods!
Saturday, June 14, 2025
2:00 p.m. — 4:00 p.m.
Starting at Word Jersey City Bookstore at 29 McWilliams Place in Downtown Jersey City.
This event includes a guided walking tour + a special architecture hunt and coloring pages activity!
Family friendly — of course!
Note: This event is light rain or shine.
Van Vorst Park Walking Tour
Take a journey through Van Vorst Park’s architectural gems with John Gomez, plus enjoy a hands-on architecture hunt and creative activities for all!
New Jersey History and Historic Preservation Conference 2025
Attend the New Jersey History and Historic Preservation Conference on June 4-5, 2025, in Burlington County! The Jersey City Landmarks Conservancy is proud to be a Georgian sponsor of this important preservation event and encourages our preservation community to support statewide historic preservation!
Van Wagenen/Apple Tree House - Preservation and Artifacts Talk
Uncover the untold stories of the Apple Tree House through rare artifacts and expert insight.
Martyniak-Enright Park Re-Dedication
Participate in this special re-dedication event at Martyniak-Enright Park in Jersey City’s historic Greenville neighborhood. Co-sponsored by the Jersey City Parks Coalition, #HealthierJC, Project Greenville, and the Jersey City Landmarks Conservancy!
Lafayette Neighborhood Walking Tour
Lafayette Through the Eyes of Jerome Choice
An unforgettable walking tour of one of Jersey City’s most historic neighborhoods.
Earth Day at Lincoln Park
Celebrate Earth Day with the Jersey City Landmarks Conservancy at Lincoln Park—featuring guided historic tours and kid-friendly activities!
Become A Volunteer
We are always looking for passionate residents to help us in our various preservation efforts. Join us, share your passion, and make a positive impact on our community!