Jersey Explorer Children's Museum — Attraction in East Orange

It is apparent that the staff at the Jersey Explorer’s Museum do what they do out of love and not for the greed of financial gain. It seems majority of the funding are from donations and volunteers’ contributions.

It is apparent that the museum is in a transitional phase, and hence, their facilities aren’t all completely up to date/modern. But in a way, I can appreciate the old fashioned and traditional spirit that this museum has captured. In a world where most educational spaces are overflowing with “iPads” and “Smart Boards” and “VR”, the exhibits offer an immersive and tactile experience, unlike those many of today’s students are accustomed to. As an educator, I’ll take free books over a YouTube educational video any day!

Where students might experience a virtual reality of ancient Egypt at another museum, here they can “walk through the pyramids” and physically engage with the exhibit, even the space exhibit, and Underground Railroad. Amazing! My little ones loved it and the staff is incredible.

I can’t wait for all of this museum’s facilities to get 100% up and running again! The volunteers are doing an incredible job staffing and running the place with limited funds as is. I can only pray they’re able to build on the traditional foundation they already have in place, instead of modernizing the atmosphere like many of our other local...

I've recently taken my two year old daughter here and what an experience we had! Although the programs are generally geared toward an older age group, the museum aide, guided us through the many adventures, sharing with us tons of knowledge along the way. We explored the pyramids in Egypt and found many treasures, we ventured though time in the time machine making stops at many eras that have shaped American society as it is today. We also, had an opportunity to make snow, Go out into space, pretend to be doctors, visit a slaves cabin, learn about the underground railroad, relax with arts and crafts and so much more! And at the end of our visit, we went home with loads of books of our choice as compliments of the museum. Best of all, we got to experience it all free of charge because Saturdays is free to the public. I cannot wait until...

Had the pleasure of working with the crew.. So heart broken to hear about Gary retiring! He absolutely gives and gave his ALL to this place!! The staff is amazing.. The concept of this place is AMAZING!! I absolutely love it! & ppl instead of judging this place help build it up!! This place is truly a gem 💎! Children should definitely get a chance to experience it!! Keep it up guys!!!...