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Founders Day Celebration

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2023 Founders Day Celebration at The Newark History Museum

​For the first time, the 2023 Founders Day will be a two day event. Support the renovation of the historic Newark Train Station by joining us on April 1st at 9am for the inaugural Founders Day 5K Run/Walk. Runner's amenities include a race t-shirt, and a post race celebration at the Deer Park with food and beer. Click on this link to register: runsignup.com/Race/DE/Newark/FoundersDay5KDE

Newark History Museum is celebrating Founders Day to honor the signers of the original 1758 Newark Charter on April 2, 2023, from 2 pm to 5 pm. Founders Day activities will include the opening of the museum with brand new exhibits, Aetna's Old Bessie antique fire engine, historical walking tours, a museum store sale, Fletcher's Kitchen food truck, and more! Free museum admission and free parking. Additional free parking nearby at Phillips and Lewis Parks. 

Past Founders Day Celebrations....

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  • HOME
  • Save The Train Station!
  • History of Newark
  • The Society
    • Board of Directors
  • Museum
    • Exhibits
    • Facility Rental
    • Research Resources
  • Events
    • Founders Day
    • Annual Meeting
  • Support NHS
    • Membership
    • Volunteer >
      • Awards & Recognition
    • Donate >
      • Gifts of Objects
  • Contact Us
  • Tours, Webinars & Links
    • Self-Guided Walking Tours
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