04/06/2026
Contest rules:
Historical Diorama - open for k-5th graders the project should depict a scene representing the American
Revolution War important New Jersey contributions like crossing the Delaware River or the Battle of
Trenton. Dioramas should be 12x18x12,the sides may be removed and family friendly. All sides should
be covered. One entry per person. No electricity can be used. Dioramas should be dropped off at the
Old schoolhouse museum 126 South Main Street behind Mrs. Walker& #39;s Ice Cream Shop on Saturday,
May 9 or May 16 between 10-12, or by special appointment by emailing [email protected].
1st place winners will receive $50.00, 2nd place $35.00 and 3rd place $25.00 for two categories, k-3 and
grades 3-5. Each entry should include the child's name, age and parents & contact information. Pictures
will remain on display at the museum until September 12, when they may be picked up between 10-12 or
by making a special appointment. Judging will consider the relevance to the topic, creativity, originality,
grammar and how the entry was executed. No political statement will be accepted, and the Historical
Society retains its right to display only appropriate entries. Dioramas will remain on display at the museum
until September 12, when they may be picked up between 10-12 or by making a special appointment.
Judging will consider the relevance to the topic, creativity, originality and how the entry was executed. No
political statement will be accepted, and the Historical Society retains its right to display only appropriate
entries. Winners will be announced at the museum's grand re-opening celebration on June 20th at 11:00
at the museum.
