Culture

Mana Contemporary opened in Jersey City in 2011, but until a recent visit on a Thursday afternoon, when and how the public could gain access remained a little mysterious. So here's a handy guide for those wishing to visit the cultural center.

Just announced this week, the GRAMMY Museum Experience is set to open their first East Coast location this fall on the ground floor of the Prudential Center in Downtown Newark. The new museum could bring thousands of tourists annually to the city.

‘Tis that time of year again! With the holiday season in full swing, there are many events and activities planned all around Jersey City. Here's a list of events going on from now until the New Year.

The popular Hoboken farmers’ market Rummage & Ruffage has officially moved indoors for the winter and will be featuring over a dozen vendors tomorrow, plus some live music and wine to kick off the holiday season.

TEDx, the localized spinoff of the popular TED talks, will be returning to Jersey City this December for its fourth year.

The Community Music Residency is a brand new initiative designed to bring classical musicians to larger, residential buildings with an exchange of rehearsal space for exclusive performances.

Last week, Jersey City’s Council unanimously approved changes to the Journal Square 2060 Redevelopment Plan that they hope will facilitate a new arts district behind the Loew’s Theater.

On September 24th, Cheryl and Christopher Mack unveiled the grand opening of Bayonne based The Bridge Art Gallery, showcasing local work from Bayonne and Montclair artists.

This past week, final plans were unveiled for a 26,000 square-foot museum, plaza, and rooftop terrace on Liberty Island in New York Harbor.

Two events are planned this weekend that will celebrate downtown Jersey City’s Italian heritage. The Village neighborhood in Downtown Jersey City was previously called “Italian Village” after its large Italian population. This weekend, residents can explore that history with an Italian themed parade and historic walking tour of the neighborhood.