Upcoming Events
Welcome preservation pals!
From panel discussions featuring esteemed experts to guided tours of iconic sites, our Upcoming Events section offers something for everyone interested in preservation and community history.
Join us in celebrating and safeguarding the unique charm of our city’s past — because every brick tells a story, and we’re here to listen!

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.

PastForward 2025 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, September 16-18, 2025
Celebrate the power of place with the National Trust for Historic Preservation and join fellow preservationists and preservation lovers at the nation’s premier conference for those who work to save, sustain, and interpret historic places — PastForward 2025 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, September 16-18, 2025!

Hamilton Park Walking Tour
Discover the rich architecture and history of Hamilton Park with John Gomez, plus enjoy a fun architecture hunt and activities for all ages!

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!

Van Vorst Walking Tour #2
Join architectural historian and preservation activist John Gomez for an exploration of the architectural and cultural resources of Jersey City’s Van Vorst Park Historic District in partnership with the Van Vorst Neighborhood Association!

Van Vorst Walking Tour #1
Join architectural historian and preservation activist John Gomez for an exploration of the architectural and cultural resources of Jersey City’s Van Vorst Park Historic District in partnership with the Van Vorst Neighborhood Association!

Mayoral Forum on Historic Preservation and the Environment
Join us for our first Mayoral Candidates Forum on Historic Preservation and the Environment in partnership with the Embankment Coalition!

Preservation Month 2025
Harnessing the Power of Place is the official 2025 theme for Preservation Month, the annual preservation advocacy event organized by the National Trust for Historic Preservation.
Join the Jersey City Landmarks Conservancy as it celebrates this important month with special events!

Knockout! The Boxing History of Jersey City Presented by Henry Hascup
Knockout! The Boxing History of Jersey City is presented by Henry Hascup, President of the NJ Boxing Hall of Fame, who will recall the boxing greats who fought in Jersey City’s legendary arenas and the local talent who rose to contend for titles. In Person at the Museum of Jersey City History or via Zoom.

The End of the Jersey Journal and the Future of Journalism
A tribute at the Museum of Jersey City History to Hudson County’s now-closed heritage newspaper The Jersey Journal — one of this area’s most significant institutions — and an informed discussion of local news coverage going forward.

Speranza Theatre Company’s “In Her Footsteps”
Local history comes alive at Speranza Theatre Company’s In Her Footsteps, March 2025, Saturdays and Sundays, 1:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m, at the Museum of Jersey City History!

Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition, February 15 — September 1, 2025, Liberty Science Center, Jersey City
Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition is now open at the Liberty Science Center in Jersey City!

Cemetery Stewardship Program Series w/ Preservation New Jersey (Session 1)
Attend the free webinar Cemetery Stewardship Program Series: Cemetery Preservation Planning offered by Preservation New Jersey. Join PNJ and Richard Grubb & Associates, Inc. for a discussion on the cemetery preservation planning process for stewards of historic cemeteries. Note: This is 1 of 3 sessions related to the preservation of historic cemeteries.

2025 Historic Preservation Advocacy Webinar
Join Preservation New Jersey for a new webinar on preservation advocacy. This historic preservation advocacy workshop will focus on educating participants about the importance of preserving historical buildings, landmarks, and cultural heritage. The webinar will discuss key legislative actions, tools and strategies needed to advocate for historic preservation efforts in NJ, and how to get involved to support preservation and historic sites.

A Look At the History of Jersey City's African Burial Ground with Historian Jerome Choice
Join the Communipaw Branch of the Jersey City Free Public Library and the Community Awareness Series on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, during Black History Month for a presentation and discussion on Jersey City/Bergen-Lafayette's African Burial Ground with local historian and J. Owen Grundy History Award legend Jerome Choice.

Jersey City Arts and Culture Trust Fund Grant Application Training 2025
There are 3 more February dates left! Attend the Jersey City Arts and Culture Trust Fund Grant Training 2025 sessions now!

Liberty State Park Revitalization Program Open House
Attend the important Liberty State Park Revitalization Program Open House event on Saturday, January 25, 2025, 11:00 a.m. — 2:00 p.m.

The Morris Canal in Jersey City: Past, Present, Future — A Hybrid Forum at the Museum of Jersey City History
The Morris Canal in Jersey City: Past, Present, Future will be held at the Museum of Jersey City History at the Apple Tree House, 298 Academy Street, Bergen Square, Jersey City, on Tuesday, January 7, 2025. Doors will open at 7:00 p.m.; forum will begin at 7:30 p.m.. This will be a hybrid event: Along with the in-person component, it will be streamed via zoom. Please reserve for either option.

Holiday Open House at the Museum of Jersey City History
Join the Museum of Jersey City History for our Holiday Open House! Join us at the museum for a day of holiday music, a light assortment of treats, and to see our current exhibits! This event is free and open to the public! We'll see you there!

Holiday Open Mic at the Museum of Jersey City History
Join Speranza Theatre Company for their Holiday Open Mic Night on Friday, December 13, 2024 @ 6:30 p.m. $10 to attend or participate! Win a holiday treat basket! 2 raffle tickets included with admission. All are welcome! Holiday-themed pieces are encouraged but not required! Poems, Monologues, Songs (unaccompanied) or Comedy — we want to hear it all!

SPECIAL NOVEMBER EVENT: History Happened Here — Paulus Hook Fall Tour with Preservationist John Gomez
SPECIAL NOVEMBER EVENT: History Happened Here — Paulus Hook Fall Tour with Preservationist John Gomez on Saturday, November 9, 2024, from 1-3 p.m. FREE with very limited spots, so make your reservation today!

Materialized Space — The Architecture of Paul Rudolph at The Metropolitan Museum of Art
The Met presents Materialized Space: The Architecture of Paul Rudolph, the first-ever major museum exhibition to examine the career of the influential 20th-century architect Paul Rudolph, a second-generation Modernist, who came to prominence during the 1950s and 1960s alongside peers such as Eero Saarinen and I.M. Pei.

Planting Poetry at Greenville’s Ferris Triangle Park
Join Friends of Ferris Triangle Park and Golden Light Poetry for this special community event at Greenville’s historic Ferris Triangle Park, named after Jersey City’s early-20th-century civil engineer James J. Ferris.

Liberty State Park Open House
Join the Department of Environmental Protection on Saturday, September 28, 2024, for an open house-style event focused on the Liberty State Park Revitalization Program.

Autumn in New York: Art Deco Weekend 2024
Register today for the Autumn in New York: Art Deco Weekend 2024 offered by The Art Deco Society of New York and enjoy an immersive extended weekend exploring and celebrating New York City’s finest Art Deco creations in midtown Manhattan and beyond.

Architecture and Design Film Festival
The Architecture & Design Film Festival celebrates the unique creative spirit that drives the field of architecture and design.

National Alliance of Preservation Commissions Virtual Forum Components
Join the National Alliance of Preservation Commissionsfrom September 25-26, 2024, for a virtual conference focusing on topics relevant to the work of local preservation commissions. This event includes three pre-recorded sessions and three LIVE webinars.
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!