The New Jersey Historical Society Announces Art Deco Confidential: A Narrated Architectural Walking Tour of Newark

On Saturday, November 3, 2007 from 9:30 AM to 2:30 PM, The New Jersey Historical Society will present Art Deco Confidential: A Narrated Architectural Walking Tour of Newark. This special tour will explore downtown Newark's diverse expressions of the Art Deco style with architectural historian Glen Leiner. Mr. Leiner has led several Newark walking tours and has extensively surveyed and evaluated historic properties throughout New Jersey. He formerly served as the Executive Director of the New York Art Deco Society and is currently working on a heritage segment series for public television.

The tour will include special access to some of Newark's Art Deco treasures and a presentation by Cogswell Realty highlighting the extensive renovations of 1180 Raymond Boulevard. Participants will have the opportunity to enjoy a catered lunch from historic Hobby's deli, access to The New Jersey Historical Society's exhibits and a guided tour of the Newark Museum's Modernist collections. The cost of the tour is $49.00 per person, which covers lunch, refreshments and museum admission. Space is limited. Reservations and prepayment required. Call 973-596-8500 ext. 234 to make reservations.

About The New Jersey Historical Society

Located in Newark's thriving downtown cultural district, The New Jersey Historical Society is a statewide, private, nonprofit historical museum, library, and archives. We are dedicated to collecting, preserving, and interpreting the rich history of New Jersey to the broadest possible audience. The museum is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM. The Library is open Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday from 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM. For more information visit www.jerseyhistory.org.

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The New Jersey Historical Society
Rebecca Sanders
Development Associate
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