The mission of the Museum of Early Trades & Crafts is to enhance the understanding and appreciation of America's past by presenting and interpreting the history, culture and lives of ordinary people through educational programs, through preservation and stewardship of our collection, and through exhibition and demonstration of the trades and crafts practiced in New Jersey from its earliest settlement.
	Contact Us   Visit Us  Phone (973) 377-2982 The Museum is located at 9 Main Street (NJ Route 124 at Green Village Road) in the heart of Madison, NJ, about 28 miles west of New York City. We are easily reached from exit 35 of Interstate 287, or exit 7 of New Jersey Route 24. Written Directions and Map We are two blocks west of the Madison train station on the New Jersey Transit Morris and Essex Line.  FAX (973) 377-7358  E-mail info@metc.org Museum Hours   Admission Monday Closed Adults $5.00 Tues - Sat 10 AM to 4 PM Children (6 and over), Students, Seniors (62 and over) $3.00 Sunday Noon to 5 PM   Members, Children (5 and under) Free  Closed major holidays Maximum charge for a single family is $13 Ken Olsen Exhibit now Open Details HERE  Click on the Bulletin Board button to see our upcoming events!! Scroll this page down to see more information
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METC gratefully acknowledges generous funding from: Madison Rotary Borough of Madison F.M. Kirby Foundation The Fatzler Foundation Russell Investment Group 1772 Foundation Hyde & Watson Foundation Arts Council of the Morris Area The Charles L. Read Foundation Institute of Museum and Library Services Investors Savings Bank Charitable Foundation Morris County Board of Chosen Freeholders Morris County Historic Preservation Trust The Museum of Early Trades & Crafts received an operating support grant from the New Jersey Historical Commission, a division of the Department of State.

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Click underlined text for more information Colonial Cooking Contest Saturday January 28    - Children & Family Division  10am - 1pm    - Adult Division  2pm - 5 pm Research an Early American Recipe, cook it at home, and enter it in our annual contest. Due to space limitations, pre-registration is required by Wednesday, January 25. Call 973-377-2982 x14 for information or to register. Ring in the Year of the Dragon Come meet our resident dragon puppet and learn about the customs and traditions that are part of  the celebration of Chinese New Year. Enjoy an afternoon of crafts, stories and more. Sunday February 5, 2pm. Advance registration recommended: 973-377-2982 x12. Paper Toy Making Workshop Learn the unique techniques needed to make toys out of paper. Participants will create toys to bring home.  Saturday February 18, 2pm. Advance registration required: 973-377-2982 x14. Pysanky Workshop Learn the ancient art of Ukrainian egg decorating called Pysanky. Two sessions offered: Saturday March 24 - 10am to 1pm  or  2pm to 5 pm. Registration is required. Click the above link or call 973-377-2982 x14. Employment Opportunity The Museum is seeking a part-time bookkeeper to join our administrative staff, and a full-time Curator of Collections & Exhibits to join our professional staff. Camera Walk Photos Some photos that were taken during the October 22-23 Camera Walk programs 2011-2012 Time 4 Tykes Schedule Announced  Museum Events especially designed for our youngest visitors (ages 2 to 6) Winter 2012 Newsletter Now Online The METC Mailing List Want to get updates on programs and events at the Museum??? Join our mailing list! Click on this button. Join Our Mailing List   PLEASE SUPPORT US WITH A DONATION Donate online through PayPal or with your credit card. smART stART Enjoy  "play dates" for children ages 3 - 5 and adults on the second the fourth Mondays of each month.  Starts Monday October 11, 2020, $3 per person.         See the Bulletin Board for more details.   Teachers: Check Out Our Revised Education Program Information   Bulletin Board Section Check the bulletin board for the latest on our many special programs.   METC research library is now online A complete list of the books in our Museum library.

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Whimsies:  Ken Olsen and the American Folk Art Tradition
	You will be delighted by the artistic and amusing creations of the late artist and craftsman Ken Olsen. Designed in a traditional American Folk Art style, his fascinating pieces come to life for viewers of all ages. We are delighted to have this opportunity to pay respect to the work of Ken Olsen, a true craftsman and friend of the Museum, with this exhibit that lightheartedly explores the historical precedents of his work. Various related public programs, events and activities will take place during the duration of the exhibit.

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		Shop for Museums program. Support METC while you shop online
	A free weekly electronic newsletter and website that focuses on kid-friendly activities/events and articles for parents.		Madison High School Look for "Hands on History" under the Social Studies Department of MHS.
	NJ's Great Northwest Skylands Online visitors' guide.		Historical Maps of New Jersey from Rutgers Cartography
	A "Museum of Museums" whose goal is to "eventually contain links to every museum on the planet"		The Guild of Colonial Artisans and Tradesmen 1607-1783 is a hereditary society established to honor the memory and skills of our Colonial Ancestors who were accomplished in the field of art or trades which strengthened the building of our Nation.
	A provider of information for wholesome family entertainment		Advocates for New Jersey History
	"The Ultimate Fieldtrip Resource"		Morris County Visitors Center What to see and do in Morris County, including an events calendar