Plan Your Visit
Hours & Admission
Contact Express Newark
973-353-0791
express.newark@rutgers.edu
Location:
54 Halsey Street, 2nd floor
Newark, NJ 07102
Express Newark Hours:
Monday – Saturday
8:00am-9:00pm
Galleries and Studio Hours vary, please check studio pages for updates.
Free Admission
54 Halsey Street, Newark, New Jersey 07102
Express Newark is located at 54 Halsey Street, Newark, NJ, on the second floor of the Hahne & Company building. The building’s atrium can be accessed from Broad Street or Halsey Street. The Hahne & Co. building also houses several businesses and attractions, including Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea, Whole Foods, Kite & Key computer store, Barnes & Noble, Vibe BBQ, as well as private apartments. More details about the building can be found at livehahne.com.
The Hahne & Co. building offers limited parking in its basement garage, accessible via 25 New Street, with hourly fees. Additional parking options include metered street parking and private garages or lots located on Washington Street and Halsey Street.
The NJ Transit bus stop at Broad and New Streets is conveniently located nearby for those using public transportation. Newark Penn Station, less than a mile away, provides access to NJ Transit, PATH, and Amtrak trains, while Broad Street Station, half a mile away, also offers NJ Transit service. Additionally, the Newark Light Rail has stops at both Military Park and Washington Street stations, which are within walking distance.
What’s Happening
Events
Throughout the year, Express Newark hosts events, panels, lectures, and performances, including artists, scholars, and community organizers around topics relevant to the Newark community.
Exhibitions
Exhibitions at Express Newark are organized on an annual basis around a curated theme. Our current exhibition theme is “Blues People,” inspired by the acclaimed book of the same name by writer, poet, political activist and Newark native LeRoi Jones.
Classes & Workshops
Free courses and workshops are open to all Newark residents, ranging from K-12 programming to classes for adults and seniors.
Booking a Tour
For those interested in booking a tour of Express Newark’s facilities for an event, please get in touch with our office at express.newark@rutgers.edu. Our staff can provide a walkthrough of the space, including an overview of the available equipment and resources.
If you are interested in a tour of any of our installations or exhibitions, please contact Express Newark’s Associate Curator, Alliyah Allen, at alliyah.allen@rutgers.edu.
Schools, students, or community groups interested in a tour should contact our Outreach Coordinator, Inayah Bashir, at inayah.bashir@rutgers.edu.
Accessibility
All spaces within Express Newark are fully accessible via elevator, as we prioritize creating an inclusive and accessible environment for all visitors. If arriving by car and requiring assistance accessing Express Newark from the parking garage, please contact us at 973.353.0791. Our team is committed to ensuring ease of access and will gladly arrange to meet you and provide any necessary support.
If you have any accessibility questions or feedback about visiting Express Newark, please get in touch with us at express.newark@rutgers.edu.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Express Newark is located on the second floor of the Hahne Building, near the Halsey Street entrance.
Where is the entry?
To reserve Conference Room 425 free of charge, please complete our reservation form. For booking the Lecture Hall (Room 213), fill out the form, and Rutgers University-Newark’s Office of Reservations and Special Events will contact you directly regarding room rates and setup requirements. If you’re interested in booking SHINE Portrait Studio, the Video Production Studio, or Paul Robeson Galleries, please visit their respective studio pages for contact information and further instructions.
At present, Express Newark’s exhibitions are curated by invited guest curators and artists or hosted by select studios. For more information, please contact Associate Curator Alliyah Allen at alliyah.allen@rutgers.edu.
Express Newark offers free art workshops and tours for K-12 school and community groups. Please contact Inayah Bashir at inayah.bashir@rutgers.edu to book a session for your group.
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