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Students can explore the legislative process and the colorful history of New Jersey’s government; and the role they play in each as citizens. During their tour of the State House, they can view the Senate and Assembly chambers and learn about architecture; or they can explore the many symbols in the State House and Rotunda, and how these symbols represent state and government. The Make-A-Law! program engages students in the process of bill passage by letting them participate in a mock-legislative session, using the skills of debate and compromise.

supports classroom learning in:
Social Studies

topics covered:
architecture, art, civics, government, history, law

contact info
Name: Tour Office
Phone: 609-847-3150.

INFO

Grade Level: Elementary School, Middle School, High School Group Size: Max. 45-50 students (varies by program). Program Type: Guided Tours, Guided Activities. Recomm. Length of Visit: 45-90 minutes. Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: n/a.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: n/a.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: n/a. Registration: Phone. Food Options: Available for purchase, Picnic area available. Cost: Free, Financial Support Title I or Financial Support: Grants for transportation funding available, through the Eagleton Institute of Politics (Rutgers University). Accessible To: PD, VI.

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New Jersey State House

Tours of New Jersey's State House explore the building's history, art, and architecture while also educating visitors on the legislative process. In the Assembly chamber, visitors can see stained glass lunettes, a wooden statue of the seal of New Jersey, and an 1891 electric brass chandelier by Thomas Edison's company; sixteen murals in the Senate depict the prosperity and history of New Jersey - including scenes of the Revolutionary War Battles of Princeton, Trenton, and Monmouth. A variety of other artwork, from symbols to engravings of famous lawmakers, can be found throughout the Annex, lobby, and Rotunda. A Welcome Center has interactive exhibits about legislative and State House history.

contact info

Hrs: Mon.-Fri. 10AM-3PM, Sat. Varies.

HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)

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Legislature Lesson Plan

Field trips to the U.S. Capitol or state legislature can be a powerful learning experiences. Have your students study the history and structure of their state legislature or the federal government. How many members, how are they selected and how long do they serve? How are laws past and who are your representatives? What is the leadership and what are standing committees? When possible, make a reservation to visit your representative’s office.

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Camp

Campers can learn about the art, history, and legislative processes at the State House. They may explore the architecture in the Senate and Assembly chambers; or they might explore the many symbols in the Rotunda and main hall, and how they represent state and government. The Make-A-Law! program engages them in the process of bill passage by letting them participate in a mock-legislative session. General guided tours are also available.

topics covered:
architecture, art, civics, government, history, law

contact info
Name: Tour Office
Phone: 609-847-3150.

INFO

Grade Level: Elementary School, Middle School, High School Group Size: Varies. Program Type: Guided Tours, Guided Activities. Recomm. Length of Visit: 45-90 minutes. Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: n/a.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: n/a.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: n/a. Registration: Phone. Food Options: Available for purchase, Picnic area available. Cost: Free Title I or Financial Support: n/a. Accessible To: PD, VI.

ABOUT

New Jersey State House

Tours of New Jersey's State House explore the building's history, art, and architecture while also educating visitors on the legislative process. In the Assembly chamber, visitors can see stained glass lunettes, a wooden statue of the seal of New Jersey, and an 1891 electric brass chandelier by Thomas Edison's company; sixteen murals in the Senate depict the prosperity and history of New Jersey - including scenes of the Revolutionary War Battles of Princeton, Trenton, and Monmouth. A variety of other artwork, from symbols to engravings of famous lawmakers, can be found throughout the Annex, lobby, and Rotunda. A Welcome Center has interactive exhibits about legislative and State House history.

contact info

Hrs: Mon.-Fri. 10AM-3PM, Sat. Varies.

HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)

Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com

Legislature Lesson Plan

Field trips to the U.S. Capitol or state legislature can be a powerful learning experiences. Have your students study the history and structure of their state legislature or the federal government. How many members, how are they selected and how long do they serve? How are laws past and who are your representatives? What is the leadership and what are standing committees? When possible, make a reservation to visit your representative’s office.

View Lesson Plan>>