The American Labor Museum advances public understanding of the history and contemporary issues of work, workers and the labor movement throughout the world, with special attention to the ethnicity and immigrant experience of American workers. Visit Wed.-Sat. 1-4PM. All other times by appointment by calling 973-595-7953. Closed major holidays. Open Labor Day. Suggested donation, $5. Ask us about free admission and Museum Store discount coupons.
"THE HOUSE ON THE GREEN"
View a video history of the Botto House and the 1913 Paterson Strike.
Visit this site, and click on American Labor Museum under "Browse Collections."
“My Labor Union: My Army, My Family, My Community. Inspired by the Life of UAW Leader Pete Antonellis” View a short film created by the Museum. It is designed to inform and prepare future workers for the American workplaces of the next decade and to pay tribute to UAW leader Pete Antonellis. View it on the Museum’s YouTube channel.
View the video of programs and Exhibits at the American Labor Museum
Current Exhibit & Educational Program:
Ordinary People During Extraordinary Times
Exhibit by David Greene
May 7th - August 23rd, 2025
Contemporary photographer David Greene’s documentary work provides a view of the social, cultural, and personal experiences of the lives of the “ordinary people” who are his subjects. These black-and-white photographs focus on storytelling by a photographer who excels in portraiture. (At left, Old, Croatia by David Greene.)
On Saturday, June 14th, 2025 at 1pm the general public is cordially invited to a reception and walk-through tour by David Greene of his exhibit Ordinary People During Extraordinary Times. For more information, please call the Museum at 973-595=7953.
This exhibit is made possible in part by a grant administered by the Passaic County Cultural and Heritage Council from funds granted by the New Jersey State Council on the Arts.
Annual Sol Stetin Golf Open
At the Pebble Creek Golf Club, Colts Neck, NJ
Wednesday, June 18th, 2025
The Golf Tournament is named in honor of a founder of the Museum, Sol Stetin, who was the former president of the Textile Worker’s Union of America. The Tournament is a fundraiser in support of the Museum. An 8AM breakfast will be followed by a 9AM shotgun start. Following golf, a barbeque luncheon will be served. In addition to supporting the Museum by golfing, there are opportunities to be a Tee Sign Sponsor. For further information and/or to register, please call the Museum at 973-595-7953 or email labormuseum@gmail.com
Re-Union: How Bold Labor Reforms Can Repair, Revitalize, and Reunite the United States
A virtual book talk with author David Madland
Wednesday, Oct. 22nd, 2025 at 7PM
In honor of National Arts and Humanities Month, the Museum cordially invites the general public to a virtual discussion with David Madland, author of Re-Union: How Bold Labor Reforms Can Repair, Revitalize, and Reunite the United States (Cornell University Press, 2021). David Madland is a senior fellow at the Center for American Progress. He has been called “one of the nation’s wisest” labor scholars by Washington Post columnist E.J. Dionne Jr. For further information and to receive the link to this virtual (ZOOM) discussion, please call the Museum at 973-595-7953 or email labormuseum@gmail.com.
Upcoming Events & Exhibits:
Silk Walk Reception & Annual Membership Meeting
Sunday, June 1st, 2025 at 1PM
The unveiling of the 2025 phase of the Museum’s Silk Walk Project takes place, following the Museum’s annual membership meeting. The Silk Walk is a project designed to sell engraved bricks for placement at the Landmark’s front walkway and under its grape arbor. Funds from the project are used for the Museum’s upkeep, operating expenses, and educational programs. This ongoing project is available for all to participate. For further information, please call the Museum at 973-595-7953.
2025 Annual Labor Day Parade
Sunday, August 31st, 2025 at 10:30am
The Annual Labor Day Parade, co-sponsored by the Museum and the Borough of Haledon, is scheduled for Sunday, August 31st, 2025. The opening ceremony begins at the Museum at 10:30AM. Step-off at the Museum is at 11AM, rain or shine. The parade celebrates the contributions of working people. For further information, please call the Museum at 973-595-7953 or email labormuseum@gmail.com
Saturday Labor Arts Classes
For Students, Grades 3 through 5
March 1st - May 31st, 2025 at 11:30am
The Museum has received funding from the Puffin Foundation to host free Saturday Labor Arts Classes for students from grades 3 through 5. The purpose of the program is to introduce students to the history and contemporary issues of working people and immigrants through the visual and performing arts. The classes are conducted at the Botto House on Saturdays from 11:30am to 1PM. Due to its growing popularity, pre-registration is required and seating is limited. To register and for further information, please call the Museum at 973-595-7953 or email labormuseum@gmail.com.