Women in America’s Revolutions 1776 and 1926

Exhibit on view Jan. 7th - Dec. 31st, 2026

The exhibit highlights women who were revolutionaries of the American Revolution and the 1926 Passaic Woolen Mills Strike. Both anniversaries provide the opportunity to shine a light on working women and those of privilege who courageously stood up to the establishment despite any consequences they faced. The Museum invites the general public to discover the fascinating and inspiring “untold stories” of revolutionary women who contributed to the freedoms and dignity with which citizens live in America and New Jersey. To learn more about 250th anniversary celebrations throughout New Jersey, visit RevNJ.org

Annual Labor Day Parade Celebrates the Contributions of Working People

Sunday, September 6th, 2026 at 10:30am

Co-sponsored by the Museum and the Borough of Haledon, the Parade’s opening ceremony begins at the Museum at 10am. Step-off at the Museum is at 10:30am, rain or shine. This year’s Labor Day Parade honors Grand Marshals Kevin Jarvis, New Jersey Department of Labor & Workforce Development and Brian Jackson, Passaic County Building & Construction Trades Council. All community organizations, unions, businesses, cultural groups, and individuals interested in joining or sponsoring this historic event, can contact the Museum by calling (973) 595-7953. The deadline for being a sponsor is August 24th, 2026.

Saturday Labor Arts Classes for Children, grades 3 - 5

October 3rd - December 19th, 2026

The Museum has received funding from the Puffin Foundation to host Saturday Labor Arts Classes for students from grades 3 through 5. Due to its growing popularity, pre-registration is required and seating is limited. The purpose of the program is to introduce students to the history and contemporary issues of working people and immigrants through the visual and performing arts. For registration forms and/or further information, please call the Museum at (973) 595-7953.

“Mother Jones” Performance by Actor Kim Hanley

Saturday, October 17th, 2026 at 1PM

The Museum cordially invites the general public to a one-woman performance of Mother Jones by actor Kim Hanley. Marry Harris Jones, known as Mother Jones from 1897 onward, became a prominent union organizer, community organizer, and activist. To her admirers she was the Miners’ Angel and to her detractors, she was, as President Theodore Roosevelt called her, the “most dangerous woman in America.” For further information about this performance, please call the Museum at 973-595-7953.

Bargaining, Buttons & Banners from the Michael Mulkeen Collection, Part II

September 6th - December 31st, 2026

The Museum proudly opens Bargaining, Buttons & Banners from the Michael Mulkeen Collection, Part II exhibit on Sunday, September 6th, 2026 in conjunction with the Annual Labor Day Parade. The exhibit features labor union memorabilia acquired by Mr. Mulkeen. A New Jersey Education Association (NJEA) Uniserv Representative, Brother Mulkeen displayed “Symbols of the Labor Movement,” an exhibit which opened at the Museum on Labor Day 1999. He was one of the most prolific donors to the Museum’s collection. Visit Wed. - Sat. 1-4pm & at other times by appointment by calling (973) 595-7953.

The Museum presents Mother Jones, a Performance by Kim Hanley

Saturday, October 17th, 2026 at 1pm

In honor of National Arts and Humanities Month, the Museum cordially invites the general public to a one-woman performance of Mother Jones by actor Kim Hanley. Mary Harris Jones, known as Mother Jones from 1897 onward, became a prominent union organizer, community organizer and activist in the US. The performance is free, donations are welcome.