Visit

We are thrilled to offer your students another great experience centered on the belief that art is a symbol of understanding and knowledge. Kean University is pleased to present several exhibitions located in galleries across the main campus.

Group Tour Benefits

Outside groups and school groups are invited to enjoy a comprehensive and enriching experience at the Liberty Hall Academic Center & Galleries. Each visit includes:

· Full access to all on-campus galleries, featuring dynamic exhibitions that explore history, art, and culture.

· A guided tour led by a highly qualified docent, who brings the exhibits to life with expert insights and engaging storytelling.

Whether you're planning a school field trip or a group outing, our tours offer a unique opportunity to learn, explore, and connect with the arts in a meaningful way.

Union

By Car

The Galleries at Kean are located at 1003 Morris Avenue #2, Union, New Jersey 07083. They are easily accessible by the NJ Turnpike (Exit 13A), the Garden State Parkway (North: Exit 140, South: Exit 141), Interstate Route 78 (GSP Exit) and Route 22 (Highway 82 East-Elizabeth). 

By Public Transportation 

On Kean's Union Campus, the Kean University trolley is accessible to visitors. No tickets or passes are required. 

Train

NJ Transit provides service to the Galleries at Kean by bus and train. Train service arrives via the Raritan Valley Line (schedule here) and the Northeast Corridor line (schedule here) taken to Union Station, adjacent to Kean's main campus. 

Bus 

NJ Transit provides bus service to the Galleries at Kean via the #52, #26, and #113 lines. 

For more information about fares and schedules including real time updates visit www.njtransit.com

Jersey City

Main Campus Address 

2039 Kennedy Blvd., Jersey City, NJ 07305 

FROM MANHATTAN 

Take the #119 bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal, which serves JFK Boulevard near campus. 

Alternatively, take the PATH subway to Journal Square and follow the directions below. 

FROM PATH TERMINAL AT JOURNAL SQUARE 

Take the #10 South Boulevard bus from platform directly to the University's main entrance. 

Alternatively, take the #80 Gates Ave via Journal Square bus to Audubon and West Side avenues. From there, either walk the three short blocks to campus. 

FROM THE HUDSON-BERGEN LIGHT RAIL 

Take the Hudson-Bergen Light Rail to West Side Avenue (final stop on the line). 

Walk four blocks south (turn left walking out of the station) on West Side Avenue to Culver Avenue. 

Turn left on Culver Avenue and walk three short blocks to the main campus or walk one more block to Audubon Avenue. A free campus shuttle bus also runs from the Light Rail; check the schedule for operating times. 

FROM NEW YORK CITY (HOLLAND TUNNEL) 

After exiting the Holland Tunnel, go straight up the hill. 

Maneuver into the center lanes (an exit for the turnpike will be on the right, followed by an exit for Routes 1 & 9 on your left). 

Continue approximately 1 mile and turn left onto Kennedy Boulevard. 

Continue ~2.5 miles on Kennedy Boulevard to the University. 

NJ TURNPIKE 

Take Route 280 East, Route 80 East, or Route 3 East to the N.J. Turnpike. 

Exit the Turnpike at 15E. 

Follow signs to Routes 1 & 9 North (Truck Route). 

Cross over two bridges to a traffic light at the intersection of Route 440. 

Stay straight at the light. 

After the McDonald’s (on the right) go to the second traffic light and turn right onto Kennedy Boulevard. 

NJCU is 12 blocks south on the right. For parking, make a right on Culver Avenue; space is available in the garage on Culver. 

FROM ROUTES 78, 1 & 9 

Take Route 78 East to Routes 1 & 9 North. 

Routes 1 & 9 will split. Stay to the right (1 & 9 North Truck Route). Do not go to the Pulaski Skyway. 

Take 1 & 9 over two bridges and stay straight at the traffic light (intersection of Route 440). 

After the McDonald’s (on the right) go to the second traffic light and turn right onto Kennedy Boulevard. 

NJCU is 12 blocks south on the right. For parking, make a right on Culver Avenue; space is available in the garage on Culver. 

FROM GARDEN STATE PARKWAY (NORTHBOUND) 

Take the GSP North to Exit 140, Route 22 East. 

Take 22 East to Routes 1 & 9 North. 

Follow directions above from Routes 1 & 9. 

Do I need a reservation to visit the Galleries at Kean? 

Most exhibitions are able to accommodate walk-ins, though special exhibitions may require advance reservations. Contact us at galleries@kean.edu or check our exhibitions page for additional information.

How much does admission to the Galleries at Kean cost?

The majority of exhibitions at the Galleries at Kean are open to the public free of cost. Special exhibitions are subject to fees that support the exhibition program and special initiatives.

Is there a group discount? 

Group fares are available, please contact galleries@kean.edu for more information. 

How can I arrange for a group visit? 

You may contact us to schedule a group visit at galleries@kean.edu. 

Is there an age requirement to visit the Galleries at Kean? 

All ages are welcome to visit the Galleries at Kean though we request that those under 16 be accompanied by a chaperone. 

What is the connection between the Galleries at Kean and Kean University?

The Galleries at Kean are part of Kean University’s cultural offerings. 

Do you provide ADA accommodations? 

We aspire to provide an accessible and welcoming environment for all visitors. Contact galleries@kean.edu with a request. 

Are visitors permitted to eat in the museum?

Out of consideration for the safety of our staff and guests we do not allow eating inside the Galleries at Kean. 

Do you have any facilities where I may nurse my child or pump?

There are private family bathrooms in the Liberty Hall Academic Center (LHAC) Gallery on the Liberty Hall campus. 

Is internet access available for visitors?

Guests may access Kean University's public Wi-Fi network KU AIR.

Are pictures allowed in the Galleries at Kean?

Smartphone photography is permitted in the Galleries at Kean. Professional photography (including images taken with starter DSLR cameras) is not permitted. Share your photos with us by tagging @galleriesatkean.

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