5 Things To Do in Hoboken

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Hoboken, New Jersey, settled in the 19th century, is a rich blend of many cultures to include German, Italian, and Irish immigrants. Festivals such as the Fall Art and Music Festival, the Hoboken Italian Festival, and the Feast of St. Anthony celebrate the cultural diversity of this community. Whether visitors are able to attend these festivals or not, many locations in Hoboken allow people to explore a city that became a gateway to America. The top 5 places to visit in Hoboken are:

1. Movies under the Stars. This is at sunset every Wednesday evening during June and July . . . Hoboken International Film Festival with Academy Award and Emmy winners paneling a celebrity jury; showcases national and international screenplays and films.

2. Monroe Center for the Arts This is tailored to many disciplines of the arts: music, dance, fashion design, and photography to name a few. Visitors may avail themselves the opportunity to see film screenings and exhibits, join studio tours, and enroll in classes and workshops.

3. Hoboken Historical Museum. With the use of regular exhibits and activities, the Hoboken Historical Museum allows visitors to explore the history and culture of Hoboken. Walking tours and the museum bookstore provide further opportunities to discover.

4. Washington Street. Hoboken’s Washington Street is the main street of the city and offers a unique shopping experience sans the homogeny of a shopping mall, as visitors also marvel at the unique, historic architecture and local, decorative shops.

5. Pier A Park. Pier “A” Park at 2nd and River streets offers a panoramic view of the Manhattan skyline from across the Hudson River.