Passaic County Arts Center at the John W. Rea House

Passaic County Arts Center at the John W. Rea House The Passaic County Arts Center is owned and operated by the County of Passaic. It hosts art exhibits, programs and classes for all.

Art in the Park is just around the corner! Get ready to immerse yourself in a weekend of creativity, inspiration, and co...
06/01/2026

Art in the Park is just around the corner!
Get ready to immerse yourself in a weekend of creativity, inspiration, and community spirit at Goffle Brook Park on Saturday, June 13th and Sunday, June 14th from 11:00am – 5:00pm.
What to expect:
• Diverse Artistic Exhibitions: Discover incredible works from talented local artists showcasing various styles and mediums.
• Live Performances: Enjoy music, dance, and other engaging performances throughout the weekend.
• Interactive Activities: Participate in hands-on art activities and workshops for all ages.
• Delicious Food & Drinks: Savor the offerings from a variety of local food vendors.
Save the Dates:
Saturday, June 13th | 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday, June 14th | 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

For more information, please visit: seepassaiccounty.org/event/art-in-the-park-2026/

From 💃, , and - we have so many talented artists featured in our Artist Talk Series🎙️! Frankie Soto – poet, author, ...
05/29/2026

From 💃, , and - we have so many talented artists featured in our Artist Talk Series🎙️!

Frankie Soto – poet, author, and multidisciplinary artist - Two-time recipient of the Multicultural Poet of the Year Award and winner of the North American Book Award in Poetry for a special artist talk. During this event, Soto will share readings from his bestselling collection Petrichor, along with beloved poems such as Spanglish and What If.

– Saturday, July 18th | 5:00pm – 7:00pm

🎟️Admission is free. Registration link: https://seepassaiccounty.org/event/pcac-artist-talk-series-frankie-soto/

Barbara Worton and Linda Dini Jenkins – with an ensemble cast of actors and musicians will bring to life stories from their books Chatterbox: Stories from a Noisy Life, Bedtime Stories: The short, long, and tall tales of a sleepwriter, Becoming Italian, and the choreo-poem they co-authored, If I’m Talking, Why Aren’t You Listening. It will be an evening of stories, songs, and sharing.

- Saturday, August 22nd | 5:00pm – 7:00pm

🎟️Registration link: https://seepassaiccounty.org/event/pcac-artist-talk-series-barbara-worton-and-linda-dini-jenkins/

For the full list of Artist Talks, please visit🔗: SeePassaicCounty.org/events

Have questions about this event? Please call us: (973)-796-6640 (ext. 1161)

The Passaic County Arts Center will be closed this week while our staff participates in training designed to better serv...
05/26/2026

The Passaic County Arts Center will be closed this week while our staff participates in training designed to better serve our visitors and help preserve Passaic County’s rich history.

We will reopen on Sunday, May 31st, and look forward to welcoming everyone back to the Arts Center soon!

All classes however, will resume as scheduled.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support.

Join us for 'Art Film Series' 🎬 at Goffle Brook Park! Every week, on a Friday evening, we will feature an art-inspired f...
05/25/2026

Join us for 'Art Film Series' 🎬 at Goffle Brook Park! Every week, on a Friday evening, we will feature an art-inspired film.

Bring your family and friends, a blanket or your favorite chair, and snacks for an unforgettable evening in the park.
Admission is free, all ages are welcome!

TICK TICK BOOM! (RATED PG-13) - FRIDAY, JULY 17TH | 8:30PM – 10:25PM
To register, visit: https://seepassaiccounty.org/event/pcac-art-film-series-tick-tick-boom/

MADE YOU LOOK (RATED PG) - FRIDAY, JULY 24TH | 8:30PM – 10:04PM
Admission is free. To register, visit: https://seepassaiccounty.org/event/pcac-art-film-series-made-you-look-a-true-story-about-fake-art/

SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE (RATED PG) - FRIDAY, JULY 31ST | 8:30PM – 10:53PM

Admission is free. To register, visit: https://seepassaiccounty.org/event/pcac-art-film-series-sunday-in-the-park-with-george/

See the full list at SeePassaicCounty.org/events

Have questions? Please call us: (973)-796-6640 (ext. 1161)

Please join us for Artist Talk Series! 🎨We are thrilled to welcome self-published author, Victer Hugo Basurco who is jus...
05/22/2026

Please join us for Artist Talk Series! 🎨We are thrilled to welcome self-published author, Victer Hugo Basurco who is just as passionate about literature, publishing, and helping others reach their creative destinations.

During this event, Basurco will introduce his renowned thriller ‘The Killing Gene’, discuss his creative process, artistic influences, and sources of inspiration. We invite you to join us for an evening of creative discussion.

Attendees will leave with the knowledge in starting their own writing careers as well as an in-dept understanding of self or traditional publishing.

To learn more about Victer Hugo Basurco and his work, please visit: victerhugobasurco.com

🎟️Admission is free but seats are limited!

To register, visit: https://seepassaiccounty.org/event/pcac-artist-talk-series-victer-hugo-basurco/

📅Date: Saturday, June 27th

⏰Time: 5:00pm – 7:00pm

Location: 2nd Floor,
John W. Rea House
675 Goffle Road
Hawthorne, NJ

For more information, please visit: seepassaiccounty.org

Have questions? Call us: 973-706-6640 ext. 1161

There’s still time to register for our Saturday, June 13th ‘Paint and Sip’ Event led by from 6:00pm – 8:00pm. We will b...
05/20/2026

There’s still time to register for our Saturday, June 13th ‘Paint and Sip’ Event led by from 6:00pm – 8:00pm. We will be painting ‘s ‘Autumn Landscape with Boats (1908)’.

To register please visit: https://seepassaiccounty.org/event/paint-and-sip-june-2026/

We look forward to spending a relaxing evening painting with you!

Admission: $10 per person.

Location: John W. Rea House
675 Goffle Road,
Hawthorne, NJ 07506

For more information, please visit: seepassaiccounty.org or call us: (973)-706-6640 ext. 1161.

Last Call! Register today for a special Artist Talk: We are pleased to welcome author, artist, and community advocate Ch...
05/15/2026

Last Call! Register today for a special Artist Talk: We are pleased to
welcome author, artist, and community advocate Christine Confort,
who will share insights from her creative journey and artistic
accomplishments.

During this two-hour seminar, Conforti will present a selection of
recent paintings created in traditional and naive styles,
demonstrating how artistic ideas emerge through attentive
observation of everyday life.

She will also perform a live reading of her short story, ‘The Legend of
the Season’ and reflect on its connection to the history of Paterson
and Passaic County, illustrating how artists often draw inspiration
from the character of the communities in which they live.

Admission is free but seats are limited!

To register, visit: https://seepassaiccounty.org/event/pcac-artist-talkseries-christine-conforti/

Date: Saturday, May 16th

Time: 5:00pm – 7:00pm

Location: 2nd Floor,
John W. Rea House
675 Goffle Road
Hawthorne, NJ

For more information, please visit: seepassaiccounty.org

Have questions? Call us: 973-706-6640 ext. 1161



Bruce Springsteen’s 50th Anniversary of ‘Born to Run’ Exhibit is now open to the public! The exhibit spotlights Bruce Sp...
05/13/2026

Bruce Springsteen’s 50th Anniversary of ‘Born to Run’ Exhibit is now
open to the public!

The exhibit spotlights Bruce Springsteen’s
legendary performances at the Capitol
Theater in Passaic including December 31, 1977, and his three-night
run from September 19–21, 1978.

Exhibit Dates: March 5th – July 19th

We’re Open: Wednesdays – Fridays | 1:00pm – 9:00pm

Saturdays and Sundays | 10:00am – 6:00pm

Location: John W. Rea House

Passaic County Arts Center
675 Goffle Road
Hawthorne, NJ

For more information, please visit: seepassaiccounty.org/pcac

Please join us for Artist Talk 🎙️Series! We are pleased to welcome author, artist, and community advocate Christine Conf...
05/08/2026

Please join us for Artist Talk 🎙️Series! We are pleased to welcome author, artist, and community advocate Christine Conforti, who will share insights from her and artistic accomplishments.

Conforti believes that 🎨serves a purpose beyond technique or recognition — offering insight, inviting reflection, and influencing those who encounter it. Her work explores themes of love, compassion, and the shared human experience, expressed through moments that may be both comic and tragic.

🎟️Admission is free but seats are limited!

To register, visit: https://seepassaiccounty.org/event/pcac-artist-talk-series-christine-conforti/

📅Date: Saturday, May 16th

⏰Time: 5:00pm – 7:00pm

📌Location: 2nd Floor,
John W. Rea House
675 Goffle Road
Hawthorne, NJ

For more information, please visit: seepassaiccounty.org

Have questions? Call us: 973-706-6640 ext. 1161

Bruce Springsteen’s 50th Anniversary of ‘Born to Run’ Exhibit is now open to the public! The exhibit spotlights Bruce Sp...
05/06/2026

Bruce Springsteen’s 50th Anniversary of ‘Born to Run’ Exhibit is now open to the public! The exhibit spotlights Bruce Springsteen’s legendary 🎸 performances at the Capitol Theater in Passaic including December 31, 1977, and his three-night run from September 19–21, 1978.

📅Exhibit Dates: March 5th – July 19th

👋We’re Open: Wednesdays – Fridays | 1:00pm - 5:00pm and 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Saturdays and Sundays | 10:00am - 2:00pm and 3:00pm - 6:00pm

📌 Location: John W. Rea House
Passaic County Arts Center
675 Goffle Road
Hawthorne, NJ

For more information, please visit: seepassaiccounty.org/pcac

Address

675 Goffle Road
Hawthorne, NJ
07506

Opening Hours

Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

Telephone

+19737066640

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