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AN INVITATION TO VISIT THE AMERICAN HUNGARIAN MUSEUM (Archived)
The AMERICAN HUNGARIAN MUSEUM, PASSAIC was established to preserve, exhibit and cultivate Hungarian culture in one of the largest Hungarian communities in the United States. The MUSEUM specializes in the collection of memorabilia from the community, valuable folk art treasures, folk-crafts, and examples of the art.
The Museum displays exhibits either from its own collection or from private loans. A permanent showing includes examples of folk art, historical artifacts, photographs; brought from the old country or made within the community. Special programs feature lectures, performances, video film showings and workshops.
The MUSEUM is located in the heart of the old ethnic neighborhood of Passaic inside the historic REID MEMORIAL LIBRARY. Of course, the area has changed since the turn of the century and few Hungarian families live in the close proximity of the MUSEUM. It is therefore even more important for Hungarian culture to survive in the area and could be used as a foundation to spur urban renewal.
WHEN AND HOW TO GET TO THE MUSEUM?
OPENING HOURS: The MUSEUM is open from October through May. Before visiting the MUSEUM please call to obtain most recent schedule for programs and opening hours.
SPECIAL PROGRAMS SUNDAYS: 1-5 pm.
By Appointment: During library hours
ADDRESS:
80 Third Street, Passaic New Jersey
second floor of the REID MEMORIAL LIBRARY OF THE CITY OF PASSAIC.
TELEPHONE: (973)-473-0013 or 201-836-4869
MAILING ADDRESS: AMERICAN HUNGARIAN MUSEUM
PO BOX 2049
PASSAIC, NJ 07055
ADMISSION: FREE, donations are welcome and are tax deductable
DIRECTIONS:
Take route 80 to Exit 61, go South on River Road (follow the river) to Monroe Street. Turn right, cross the bridge, turn left at Third Street. The Reid Library is on the left after several blocks (# 80 Third Street)