New Jersey Hall of Fame

New Jersey Hall of Fame Everyone needs a hero. Find yours here. We're easily located on the 3rd floor overlooking Nickelodeon Universe at the American Dream (Court G, Level 3).

Learn more about our inductees at njhalloffame.org

09/07/2026

Did you know that NJHOF Inductee Peter J. McGuire (Class of 2014) was the driving force behind the adoption of Labor Day as a national holiday in 1894?

His advocacy extended far beyond creating a holiday, as he fought for fair wages, safer working conditions, and the movement toward the eight-hour workday and five-day workweek.

This Labor Day, we encourage you to recognize the hard work and contributions your friends and neighbors are making in your community every day, and consider nominating them as an NJHOF Everyday Hero - link in comments.

🎥: Frank Spencer, VP of the United Brotherhood of Carpenters, the union Peter J. McGuire co-founded, accepted the award on McGuire’s behalf in 2014.

We're 19 days away from the 18th Annual NJHOF Induction Ceremony, and it's International Day of Charity, so today, we're...
09/05/2026

We're 19 days away from the 18th Annual NJHOF Induction Ceremony, and it's International Day of Charity, so today, we're celebrating 2026 Inductee James E. Burke, former chairman and CEO of Johnson & Johnson.

Did you know that even after retiring from Johnson & Johnson, Burke chaired the Partnership for a Drug-Free America and served on the boards of the RWJFoundation and the Carnegie Institution of Washington (Carnegie Science)? In 2000, President Bill Clinton awarded Burke the Presidential Medal of Freedom — the nation’s highest civilian honor. Fortune magazine named Burke one of the “10 Greatest CEOs of All Time” in 2003.

Burke's record of service exemplifies his commitment to building healthier communities where children and families can thrive, and we're honored to include him posthumously in the Class of 2026, which will be honored on September 24 at the Dream Live Performing Arts Center at American Dream.

Secure your tickets NOW by clicking the link in bio or visit NJHOF.org.

Don't miss this deal! We're EXTENDING our $2 admission offer to the New Jersey Hall of Fame at American Dream through Su...
09/04/2026

Don't miss this deal! We're EXTENDING our $2 admission offer to the New Jersey Hall of Fame at American Dream through Sunday, September 13. Discover the history and heroes who have made New Jersey famous, engage in immersive, interactive exhibits, and find the inspiration you need for a productive fall!

Offer available upon arrival!

At last year's 17th Annual New Jersey Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, we honored Drury Thorp as the Class of 2025's Edu...
09/03/2026

At last year's 17th Annual New Jersey Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, we honored Drury Thorp as the Class of 2025's Educator of the Year! 🍎🎓

A fourth-generation New Jerseyan and elementary school teacher with more than 30 years of experience, Drury was honored for building a career around creative, hands-on learning that encourages students to stay curious, think deeply, and connect classroom lessons to the world around them. Learn more about Drury: https://bit.ly/3UzBYAT

09/02/2026

Meet our 2026 NJHOF Educator of the Year, Mrs. Marbel Tamayo of Paterson, New Jersey, who has dedicated herself to inspiring the next generation of Garden State greats for more than 30 years!

Known for her unwavering commitment, Marbel inspires her students to build self-confidence, develop compassion, and embrace cultural pride. Her extraordinary dedication was previously recognized when she was named a New Jersey Hall of Fame Everyday Hero. Making history as the first Everyday Hero to be selected as the New Jersey Hall of Fame Educator of the Year, Marbel continues to leave a profound and lasting legacy in the lives of the youth of Paterson and the State of New Jersey.

Learn more about the Class of 2026 and secure your tickets for the 18th Annual Induction Ceremony at Dream Live Performing Arts Center on Thursday, September 24 at NJHOF.org.

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It’s a SZA September! 🎶 We're counting down to our 18th Annual Induction Ceremony on September 24th by celebrating this ...
09/02/2026

It’s a SZA September! 🎶 We're counting down to our 18th Annual Induction Ceremony on September 24th by celebrating this year's incredible class of inductees. Secure your tickets for the Ceremony on our website, and learn more about SZA's rise to become a Grammy Award-winning artist below.

Born in St. Louis and raised in Maplewood, New Jersey, SZA is a seven-time Grammy Award-winning singer and songwriter who has achieved global prominence for her introspective lyrics and unique genre-defying musical style. The Columbia High School alum has consistently shattered records, amassing more than 70 billion streams across all platforms.

Her 2017 Top Dawg Entertainment/RCA Records debut album, Ctrl, was a critical and commercial success that earned five Grammy nominations. Now RIAA-certified 6x Platinum, Ctrl made history as the first album by a female artist to remain on the Billboard 200 for 460 consecutive weeks. The project features the RIAA-certified Diamond hit "Love Galore" alongside numerous multi-platinum tracks.

SZA continued her historic run with her 2022 sophomore release, SOS, and its expanded edition, SOS Deluxe: LANA. Both debuted at No. 1 and spent thirteen weeks atop the Billboard 200. Currently 8x Platinum, SOS not only contained the RIAA certified Diamond hits “Kill Bill” and “Snooze,” it set a new record as the first album by a female artist to remain in the Top 10 for 100 weeks, surpassing Michael Jackson’s Thriller for the longest Top 10 stay by a Black artist in the chart's history.

With over 70 career wins, SZA's accolades include Grammy Awards for Record of the Year (“luther” with Kendrick Lamar), Best R&B Song (“Snooze” and “Saturn”), and Best Progressive R&B Album (SOS). She has also received Academy Award and Golden Globe nominations for “All The Stars.” Her 2025 co-headlining Grand National Tour with Kendrick Lamar stands as the most successful duo tour ever.

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Inspiration, discovery, and fun await you...We're offering $2 admission to celebrate the 2-year anniversary of the New J...
08/29/2026

Inspiration, discovery, and fun await you...We're offering $2 admission to celebrate the 2-year anniversary of the New Jersey Hall of Fame's official grand opening at American Dream. Take advantage of this limited-time offer through Monday, September 7!

Discounted admission is available for purchase upon arrival.

08/28/2026

Innovation, creativity, and a profound love of learning have fueled groundbreaking achievements in New Jersey, thanks to our 2026 Education, Research, Engineering, and Science inductees:

Geraldine R. Dodge, author, philanthropist, and benefactor of the Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation
Thomas M. Eastwick, Founder and President of Eastwick College and the HoHoKus School of Trade and Technical Sciences

Tickets for the 18th Annual New Jersey Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony at Dream Live Performing Arts Center at American Dream are on sale now: NJHOF.org/Annual-Induction-Ceremony.

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