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Founded in 1909, The Newark Museum of Art celebrates the coming together of art from different diversities in New Jersey. This museum is popular for student programmes and training sessions for art lovers. Expanding its horizons beyond art, this museum ventures into the bounty of natural resources. Its scientific exhibits like Victoria Hall of science, Alice and Leonard Dreyfuss Planetarium are simply worth seeing. Keeping pace with the pandemic times #NMOAatHome is a virtual programme that revolves around art, science and culture that the museum supports. This kind of initiative allows one to take an online guided tour into the museum through social media platforms. Under this programme, they also have a segment called ‘ask the astronomer’ that is organised by the planetarium on popular demand.

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Established in 1986, Aljira is a stalwart of contemporary art. ‘Aljira’ is an Australian word which means ‘dream time’ indicative of openness and receptivity towards possibilities. This museum in Newark aims to boost the emerging artists by showcasing their talent as its exhibits. From time to time Aljira organises shows and exhibitions that promote art in Newark. It also holds an auction annually where the most intricate and aesthetic pieces are sold. Also, Aljira has an online store where it sells its coveted prints, books and pieces of art.

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Located at the legendary Congregation Ahavas Sholom, The Jewish Museum of New Jersey was founded in 2003 in Newark. This non-profit corporation is New Jersey’s best kept secret as it is housed in a small but active Synagogue in Newark. This museum in Newark is a goldmine of Jewish history that is dated back to approximately 400 years. This centre of art is one of the largest promoters of Jewish art in the city as it not only encourages the creation but also the preservation of old pieces. In its constant endeavours to promote the richness of Jewish art, it organises permanent, rotating and travelling exhibitions.

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Situated in Newark of the Essex County, New Jersey Historical Society was formerly the headquarters of the Essex Club. Formed to boost the cultural and art scene of New Jersey, this society holds exhibitions on the second and the third floor of the building and the fifth floor is used as a library where you are likely to find books, maps, histories and some vital records of New Jersey. If you need information regarding something specific, you can take the help of the library staff who will be happy to help at a nominal rate.

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Located in the Prudential Centre of Newark, the Grammy Museum is dedicated to the history of Grammys. This museum in Newark is the main one with affiliate Grammy Museums in Los Angeles, Mississippi and Nashville. Visiting this centre of music is a unique interactive experience in itself with multimedia presentations and special events going on every now and then. The museum gives you insider access and shows you the recording process and how it feels to perform on the stage. This educational experience is surely a fun filled one!

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As an endeavour to revive and maintain the culture and history of the Meadows of New Jersey, the people staying around them filed a petition to the authorities to establish a museum through which they can connect the children to their resource rich geographical background. The Meadowlands Museum exhibits minerals and rocks in the North Eastern area of New Jersey. Those who love researching and studying geology, this museum in Newark has a scintillating collection of naturally formed structures and crystal formations.

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A part of the Van Houten Library at New Jersey Institute of Technology, Weston Museum curates inventions and items developed by Edward Weston. This museum in Newark hosts his collection of instruments along with the equipment he used to use in the laboratory. To study his thought process and innovations, his rare book collection is also available at the Museum.

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Promoting contemporary art, Gallery Aferro is a platform to exchange ideas and philosophies concerning visual arts. Aferro is a confluence of different art forms of indigenous and international ethnicities blending in to create unique masterpieces. This museum in Newark aims at forming a community that powerfully impacts aesthetic creations in the city.

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Nestled on the south area of Newark, Weequahic Park is the only lake park in the city sprawled over 300 acres. Weequahic Park attracts its visitors to its largest lake and first public golf course. It equips playgrounds, jogging trail, basketball courts, tennis courts, softball fields, baseball fields making it ideal for kids and sportspersons. Family can enjoy their time around the picnic areas of the park and can attend some outdoor festivals and concerts as well.

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Vailsburg Park is located in the Vailsburg colony of Newark and holds the status of tenth largest park in the city. Sprawled over 30 acres, the park is popular among neighbourhood residents and give a refreshing environment with ballfields, bandstands and playgrounds encircled by large trees. It has some softball fields, soccer fields, basketball courts, bocce courts and jogging path for sporty fun. Additionally, it houses playgrounds, field houses and scenic paths for some fun family time.

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Located in the North Ward of Newark, Branch Brook Park is nation’s first county park with the largest cherry blossom trees assemblage. With around 4,000 cherry trees blossoming in the park, it is still popular for its natural landscape. The park features open meadow land and woodland patches in 360 acres of land. Playgrounds, greenhouse, ball fields, tennis courts, urban farm, children’s garden, fitness and jogging loop, horseshoes, roller rink, Branch Brook Park equips something for visitors of every age group. Historical stories and scenic views attached to the park make it worth visiting.

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Sprawled over 18 acres, Ivy Hill is a landscaped park neighboured by Maplewood, South Orange and Irvington. The park is filled with recreational spots like baseball fields, football court, band concert stage, playground, and basketball court. Under the Essex County Parks Commission since 1927, Ivy Hill Park has been a popular picnic and enjoyment spot for all.

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Independence Park is an ideal family park located on the eastern peripheral of Essex County over 12.69 acres. Designed by Olmsted, the park equips basketball courts, playgrounds, walking trails along with athletic fields bringing out the best day out vibes in the park.

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Attracting a large population of Newark since 1916, Military Park is a 6 acre city park housing historic monuments, exclusive flora, recreational spots and playgrounds. Military park is built on Renaissance architecture with large concrete sword sculpture, fountains, merry go round, casual restaurants, outdoor bars etc. Apart from the distinguish features the park holds, it also organises 16 weekly fitness programmes, 18 weekly arts and culture programs, and 7 weekly children’s carousel and arts program to enhance the fun of the public in the park.

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Spread over 10 acres, Riverbank Park is the smallest yet the most used park in the city. The park is registered in National Register of Historic Places with grandstand, playground, basketball courts, tennis courts, and soccer fields. Visitors can also enhance their experience in the fieldhouse, running track, baseball fields among others.

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Riverfront Park is a pretty and only green area nestled along the waterfront in Newark. It was opened in 2012 and equips some captivating amenities including playgrounds, basketball courts, tennis court, soccer field, baseball field etc. The huge grassy area in the park is a great picnic spot for visitors in Newark’s riverfront park.

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Liberty Park is sprawled along Brill St. in Newark and is popular among the local residents of the city. With green walking trails and boardwalk, it is ideal for a morning or evening walk. Soccer field, Baseball field and basketball court is extremely popular among kids and adults.

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Nat Turner Park is one of the largest parks in Newark which provides recreation to 19,000 visitors of Newark’s Central Park daily. It has a playground and outdoor pool for kids and adults to enjoy some time amidst greenery. Additionally, it also houses a football field and running track for fitness freaks.

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Washington Park stands on the north end of Newark neighboured by Newark Museum of Art and Newark Public Library. The triangular shaped park is a home to many architectural statues and historical buildings. Amalgamated with culture, beauty and history, the park is a one stop destination for relaxing in lush green environment and exploring some popular landmarks of the city.

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West side park is a century old area elevated on the east side skiing hill of the city sprawled over 31.36 acres. Housing a community centre and performing stage, the park has been a host to concerts of Whitney Houston and Dionne Warwick. Presently, it is famous among the natives, track teams and sport players for its impressive track and basketball courts.

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Laid in 1850, Lincoln park is a four acre green lush area and is one of the colonial era park in the city. The park was once a centre of jazz music and now is well renowned for its artistic festivals around the year. Lincoln park is a pretty urban area which has been transformed into a landscaped community garden popularising the art and culture of the country. Hosting various cultural events every week, Lincoln park enthrals its visitors with the creative corridor of entertainment in the open lush green area.

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Mildred Helms Park is a small neighbourhood park in Newark popular as a picnic spot on the Clinton Avenue of the city. It is a great spot to enjoy family time amidst pretty landscape along the walking track and play equipment for children.

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New in the list of best parks of Newark, Jesse Allen Park is established in 2009 under 8 acre area by The Trust of Public Land. It is considered a great place for athletes as it houses various sport arenas like basketball courts, sports lightning, running track, etc. Fitness Zone, water play spray area, and playgrounds amidst the lawns and landscapes enhance the family fun in the city’s park.

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"Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart is the best example of French Gothic style architecture in the Western Hemisphere. With more than 45000 square feet area, this church is the fifth largest cathedral in North America. One does not have to be of the spiritual nature to visit and appreciate this church’s splendour. The intricate designs of the interiors of the church were made by the finest artisans, using the best materials from around the world. History and architecture buffs throng to this church just to get a glimpse of the grandeur it exudes. Location: 89 Ridge St, Newark, NJ 07104 Mass Timings: Saturday 6:00 PM.; Sunday 8:30 AM., 10:00 AM (Spanish), 12: 00 PM; Daily 7:30 AM, 5:30 PM.; Wednesday & First Fridays 7:00 PM. (Spanish); Saturday 9:00 AM (Spanish); No 5:30 PM or 7:00 PM masses in July or August, Confession: Wednesday 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM (except July and August); Saturday 11:30 AM or by appointment any time Highlights: French gothic style architecture, stone/wood work and high ceilings, 5-foot-7-inch marble statue of Jesus on the bronze crucifix hanging from the baldacchino to the massive pipe organ. Established in : 1899 "

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The house of Prayer was founded back in 1849 and is the third episcopal church in Newark. This church is the 15th oldest of around 125 congregations in the Diocese of Newark and also one of the most historic epiiscopal parishes in New Jersey. The parish was established in the last 19th century to serve the people of Newark which was then a town of around 40000 residents. It has been successful in pioneering new ways in community service, worship, music and even technology.

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Founded in 1666, the Old First Presbytarian Church is located in Downtown Newark and has a rich history. In its early days, it was the seat of government of Newark and the pastors served as the first presidents of Yale, Princeton and Harvard Universities. This church is not just famous for its rich history but also for its beautiful sanctuary. The church is a one story structure with a tower and a two bay facade. Like most of the Churches in Newark, the architecture style of this church is also Gothic Revival. With 20 feet of interior ceiling height, stained glass windows,diamond shaped panes, this church is surely a must visit for every architecture enthusiast.

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One of the most prominent examples of Gothic Revival style of architecture, the Grace Episcopal Church was founded in 1837, on Ascension day. The parish of this church is committed to Catholic traditions but is also welcoming towards newer ideas like affirmation of homosexulity, ordination of women and towards making a diverse congregation. Grace church is notable for its music and known for being the birthplace of the tune ‘America is beautiful’.

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New Hope Baptist Church is one of the oldest Black Churches in New Jersey. It initially began as a mission, organized by two sisters, Addie and Maggie Vine, in a room on Drift Street and later got incorporated as a church in 1911. New Hope Church has had many famous personalities as its members including late Whitney Houston, who grew up singing in the church Choir group. Although this stately structure was initially formed by African Americans, this church welcomes all worshippers with bright smiles.

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Established in 1822, Clinton Memorial Church is the oldest active black congregation in Newark. The Church was initially located in a building on Academy Street but later got shifted to a Victorian Gothic style building in Broadway. Clinton Memorial Church made history by electing the first female pastor in 1999. This Church holds a special Farmer’s Market on Saturday morning where one can find an array of fresh home produce and health screenings.

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Founded by a small group of African-American in 1870, Bethany Baptist Church is housed in a Romanesque Style Building, which was constructed back in 1866. The group was officially sanctioned as an independent church in 1871, under the leadership of Reverend Ebenezer Bird. This church is one of the first Baptist Congregations founded by Africans.

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After a few christians migrated from Pennsylvania to Newark, in 1936, there was no congregation of the Church of Christ. After continuing to worship in different cities for years, in 1943, a church building was established, now known as the Church of Christ. This church organises various events like bible classes, choir performances, Black history programs etc. It offers both traditional as well as contemporary style of service on sundays.

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First Baptist Peddie Memorial Church was first organized in the name of “First Baptist Church of Newark.” on June 6, 1801, by a small group of believers who wanted to open a place of worship for all, in the town of Newark. After so many years, today, this church has become an international church with worshippers from over twenty nations from Europe, Asia, Latin America, North America, Africa and the West Indies.