Mahwah Museum
Location: Mahwah
Website: https://mahwahmuseum.org/
Grant Round: 2025 Round 1
Award: Action / $4,000
Purpose: To support a series of free programs and events at the museum.
The Mahwah Museum will offer 20 engaging events to attract new audiences and increase membership. The diverse program will feature lectures on historical topics and art, crafting for kids and adults, gardening, and field trips. These events will be publicized through social media, print flyers, and emails. The Museum will also seek input from the community to ensure the event schedule aligns with their interests.
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