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HISTORY & COMMUNITY

Newark history and community

Newark's restaurants, performance venues and neighborhood storefronts reflect one of New Jersey's oldest and largest cities.

Aerial view of Branch Brook Park within the northern portion of Newark, Essex County, New Jersey from an aircraft which just

Newark's restaurants, performance venues and neighborhood storefronts reflect one of New Jersey's oldest and largest cities. Use the linked history sources to go beyond the brief timeline, then choose a local shop or restaurant for the rest of the visit.

Leave yourself a little room.

Pick a starting point and build from there. Confirm opening hours, access and reservations with the venue; this guide does not imply availability or an affiliation with the places mentioned.

Cultural stops in Newark

Museums, galleries, theaters and landmarks from our directory, ordered by how many Google reviews each has. Check opening days before setting out.

Art gallery

Akwaaba Gallery

Art gallery · 509 South Orange Avenue

Akwaaba Gallery is a art gallery on 509 South Orange Avenue in Newark.

Art gallery

Crozier Fine Arts

Art gallery · 231 Johnson Ave

Crozier Fine Arts is a art gallery on 231 Johnson Ave in Newark.

Art gallery

Index Art Center

Art gallery · 89 Market St 1st Floor

Index Art Center is a art gallery on 89 Market St 1st Floor in Newark.

Historic places in Newark

National Register of Historic Places listings in the city, from Wikidata. Many are private property; view them from the street unless a site says it is open.

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