June 5 & 6, 2024 | Jersey City
The conference will utilize the following buildings:
June 5 | Central Railroad of New Jersey Terminal in Liberty State Park
~Workshop
~Choose between two tour options
~Conference welcoming event featuring Darley Newman
June 6 | New Jersey City University (NJCU)
~Educational sessions
~Lightning sessions
~Networking events
~Choose between two tour options
~Keynote address by the Honorable Sara Bronin
Directions
The half-day conference activities on June 5 will be hosted at the Central Railroad of New Jersey Terminal (CRRNJ Terminal) located at 1 Audrey Zapp Drive, Jersey City, NJ 07305. Please use the following GPS coordinates: 40.709965, -74.051976.
The full-day conference on June 6 will be hosted at New Jersey City University (NJCU) located at 2039 John F. Kennedy Boulevard, Jersey City, NJ 07305. Please click the below image for directions to the Main Campus.
FROM MANHATTAN
– Take the #119 bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal, Gate 1 directly to the University.
– Alternatively, take the PATH subway to Journal Square and follow the directions below.
FROM PATH TERMINAL AT JOURNAL SQUARE
– Take the #10 South Boulevard bus from platform D1 directly to the University’s main entrance.
– Alternatively, take the #80 Newark Avenue/Gates Avenue bus to Audubon and West Side avenues.
– From there, either walk the three short blocks to campus, or take the free shuttle bus from the University’s parking lot on West Side Avenue.
FROM THE HUDSON-BERGEN LIGHT RAIL
– Take the Hudson-Bergen Light Rail to West Side Avenue (last stop).
– Walk four blocks south (turn left walking out of the station) on West Side Avenue to Culver Avenue.
– Turn left on Culver Avenue and walk three short blocks to the main campus, or walk one more block to Audubon Avenue to take the free shuttle bus from the University’s parking lot on West Side Avenue.
FROM NEW YORK CITY (HOLLAND TUNNEL)
– After exiting the Holland Tunnel, go straight up the hill.
– Maneuver into the center lanes (an exit for the turnpike will be on the right, followed by an exit for Routes 1 & 9 on your left).
– Continue approximately 1 mile and turn left onto Kennedy Boulevard.
– Continue ~2.5 miles on Kennedy Boulevard to the University.
NJ TURNPIKE
– Take Route 280 East, Route 80 East, or Route 3 East to the N.J. Turnpike.
– Exit the Turnpike at 15E.
– Follow signs to Routes 1 & 9 North (Truck Route).
– Cross over two bridges to a traffic light at the intersection of Route 440.
– Stay straight at the light.
– After the McDonald’s (on the right) go to the second traffic light and turn right onto Kennedy Boulevard.
– NJCU is 12 blocks south on the right. Parking is available in the garage on Culver Avenue.
FROM ROUTES 78, 1 & 9
– Take Route 78 East to Routes 1 & 9 North.
– Routes 1 & 9 will split. Stay to the right (1 & 9 North Truck Route). Do not go to the Pulaski Skyway.
– Take 1 & 9 over two bridges and stay straight at the traffic light (intersection of Route 440).
– After the McDonald’s (on the right) go to the second traffic light and turn right onto Kennedy Boulevard.
– NJCU is 12 blocks south on the right. Parking is available in the garage on Culver Avenue.
FROM GARDEN STATE PARKWAY (NORTHBOUND)
– Take the GSP North to Exit 140, Route 22 East.
– Take 22 East to Routes 1 & 9 North.
– Follow directions above from Routes 1 & 9.
If you plan to travel via public transit, please utilize the following resources:
Parking
Central Railroad of New Jersey Terminal:
Statue of Liberty Parking is located just behind the Central Railroad of New Jersey Terminal located at 30 Audrey Zapp Dr, Jersey City, NJ 07305. Please note that there are daily fees of $7 for cars and $10 for buses and RVs in effect.
New Jersey City University:
Please note that there are daily fees between $7 and $12 in effect.
Lot #1 – Limited parking is available in the GSUB Parking Garage located at 2039 John F. Kennedy Blvd, Jersey City, NJ 07305 on Culver Ave between JFK Boulevard and West Side Avenue.
Lot #6 – Parking is available in Lot 6 located at 40°42’49.2″N 74°05’45.4″W. The entrance is off of Route 440 North and Carbon Place. A free shuttle runs from Lot 6 to the Main Campus.
Hotels
The Friends of New Jersey Heritage arranged for discounted rates at the Sonesta Simply Suites. These rates are LIMITED and available on a first-come, first-served basis, so book your room early!
Group code: 0605NJHHPC
Book your stay by calling 201-659-2500 or by clicking here!
The following are additional hotel options that are conveniently located along the Hudson-Light Rail.
Hyatt Regency Jersey City On The Hudson
2 Exchange Place
Jersey City, NJ 07302
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Jersey City
455 Washington Boulevard
Jersey City, NJ 07310
Sonesta Simply Suites Jersey City
1 2nd Street
Jersey City, NJ 07302
Accessibility
Liberty State Park recreational facilities are partially accessible for persons with disabilities. Please contact the park office at 201-915-3400 for further information regarding disability access needs.
Please contact us directly for information regarding accessibility access needs at New Jersey City University at info@friendsofnjheritage.org.
