New Jersey Hall of Fame

New Jersey Hall of Fame Everyone needs a hero. Find yours here. We're easily located on the 3rd floor overlooking Nickelodeon Universe at the American Dream (Court G, Level 3).

Learn more about our inductees at njhalloffame.org

Jersey girls are known for being strong, resilient, and determined, and Governor Christine Todd Whitman, the first woman...
08/26/2026

Jersey girls are known for being strong, resilient, and determined, and Governor Christine
Todd Whitman, the first woman to hold NJ's top elected position, is no exception! Her historic achievements broke barriers and became a defining moment for female leadership across the Garden State and beyond.

Happy Women's Equality Day! Governor Whitman will be officially inducted into the New Jersey Hall of Fame on Thursday, September 24, at the 18th Annual Induction Ceremony, joining the ranks of inspirational women, including: Lieutenant Governor Sheila Y. Oliver (2025), The Honorable Shirley Ann Jackson, Ph.D. (2025), Millicent Fenwick (2017), Elizabeth Cady Stanton (2014), and Alice Paul (2010).

08/25/2026

It's Be Kind to Humankind Week, and we're sharing the heartwarming story of the Rorro family, a mother-daughter duo with an overwhelming dedication to helping others through healthcare, service, and the arts. Earlier this year, the pair nominated one another to become New Jersey Hall of Fame Everyday Heroes - here's a bit of their story:

Dr. Mary Rorro volunteered to play her violin for patients at hospitals while advancing music therapies for the terminally ill, and was named Chief Resident at Harvard Medical School.

Her mother, the honorable Dr. Gilda Rorro, has been a mentor in public service, an educator, and an ambassador and honorary diplomat for the Italian-American culture, inspiring generations.

Is there someone in your life who you consider your hero and has made an impact in their NJ community? Nominate them as an NJHOF Everyday Hero!

08/24/2026

"There’s a better way to do it; find it.” - Thomas Edison

Homeschooled, partially deaf, and with limited financial means, Edison rose to become the man of the millennium, contributing more to society than anyone else in 1,000 years.

Presented by John Keegan, NJHOF Class of 2025 Inductee as well as President, CEO, and Chairman of both the Charles Edison Fund and Edison Innovation Foundation, Edison’s 2008 induction into the New Jersey Hall of Fame is a reflection of his resilience and determination to achieve more than anyone expected of him.💡

Back-to-school is almost here. 🎒📚 New year, new friends, new lingo.Parents, make sure you know what your teen is texting...
08/22/2026

Back-to-school is almost here. 🎒📚 New year, new friends, new lingo.
Parents, make sure you know what your teen is texting about. 👀📱

For 2 weeks only, we're offering $2 admission to celebrate the 2-year anniversary of our official grand opening! From 8/...
08/21/2026

For 2 weeks only, we're offering $2 admission to celebrate the 2-year anniversary of our official grand opening! From 8/24-9/7 stretch your summer budget and enjoy one last family adventure before school is back in session.

Discounted admission is available for purchase upon arrival at the New Jersey Hall of Fame at American Dream.

In honor of National Radio Day, we’re throwing it back to two unforgettable NJHOF moments with Big Joe Henry!For decades...
08/20/2026

In honor of National Radio Day, we’re throwing it back to two unforgettable NJHOF moments with Big Joe Henry!

For decades, Big Joe’s unmistakable voice and personality have made him a beloved presence on NJ's radio waves, and now, he’s officially joining the Class of 2026 on September 24 at the 18th Annual Induction Ceremony at

📸 Info:
1) Big Joe attends the live New Jersey 101.5 Broadcast at the New Jersey Hall of Fame at American Dream, when Governor Mikie Sherrill called in to congratulate him on his induction into the NJHOF.
2) Big Joe conducting an interview with Joe Theismann on the 2011 Red Carpet.

08/19/2026

⚾️ LET’S GO, BAYONNE! ⚾️

Good luck to the Bayonne Little League as they take the field today in the Little League World Series! 🏆🌎

All of us at the New Jersey Hall of Fame are cheering you on and showing that Jersey pride! Bring it home! 💪⚾️

We're excited to announce, as part of our partnership with The ADP Center for Learning Technologies, three new professio...
08/18/2026

We're excited to announce, as part of our partnership with The ADP Center for Learning Technologies, three new professional development opportunities for educators this fall!

📍 October 23 (9 AM–3 PM) – The Changemaker Classroom: Media, Voice & Civic Impact Through New Jersey Stories (In-person at the New Jersey Hall of Fame)

💻 November 16 (4:30–5:30 PM) – Media, Identity, and Voice: From Radio Waves to Reels (Virtual)

💻 December 7 (4:30–5:30 PM) – Civic Leadership and SEL: Lessons from NJ Changemakers (Virtual)

These sessions are designed to help educators bring New Jersey history and inspiring Hall of Fame inductees into their classrooms through media literacy, civic engagement, social-emotional learning, and innovative teaching tools—including AI-powered lesson creation.

Whether you join us in person or virtually, you'll leave with engaging, classroom-ready activities and fresh ideas for inspiring your students.

📲 Learn more and register here https://bit.ly/4w8EZ8o!

08/18/2026

Just over a month remains until the 18th Annual New Jersey Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, and today, we're shining the spotlight on this year's Enterprise inductees:

James E. Burke, Former CEO of Johnson & Johnson
Robert C. Garrett, CEO of Hackensack Meridian Health, New Jersey’s largest health network
Christopher J. Paladino, President of New Brunswick Development Corporation (DEVCO)

Through their determination, resilience, and forward-thinking leadership in their respective industries, these three New Jerseyans have created unparalleled opportunities for growth and community service.

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