Consider taking the time to explore some of excitement, culture, history, and resources of Princeton University and the town of Princeton!
ON CAMPUS
Princeton University Art Museum
Located on campus just a short walk from Dickinson Hall, the Art Museum features a variety of collections, exhibitions, public lectures, symposium, and family programs free of charge. http://artmuseum.princeton.edu/
Lewis Center for the Arts
The Lewis Center houses the programs in creative writing, dance, theatre, and visual arts, which host art exhibits, theatrical productions, dance performances, and poetry readings.
http://www.princeton.edu/arts/
Princeton University Chapel
Located right next to Dickinson Hall, the Princeton University Chapel is the third largest university chapel in the world. Home to regular religious services for many of the University’s faith groups, the Chapel is open to all people. The space seats nearly 2,000 people and offers religious services, musical performances,
and other special events right next to Dickinson Hall.
http://www.princeton.edu/religiouslife/chapel/
McCarter Theatre Center
Home to two professional theatre troupes, the space offers drama, music, dance, film, and other events.
AROUND TOWN
Shopping & Dining in Palmer Square
Across from Princeton University’s main gates, Palmer Square is the very heart of downtown Princeton. It features historic architecture houses boutiques, national brand stores, specialty shops, and restaurants. http://www.palmersquare.com/
Small World Coffee
A campus favorite with two locations just a short walk away from Dickinson Hall, this coffee shop offers quality coffee, fresh food, and events for the community at large.
Triumph Brewing Company
Princeton’s own microbrewery is right in the heart of town.
Triump Brewing Company offers seasonal menus and live music. http://www.triumphbrewing.com/princeton/
The Bent Spoon
This place for “artisan ice cream and good ingredient[s]” offers a unique selection of homemade ice creams and sorbets based on seasonal, local ingredients.
Labyrinth Books
This independent bookstore serves the campus community by stocking thousands of textbooks, new academic titles, backlist volumes, and trade fiction. Labyrinth often hosts events to foster an exchange of ideas with authors, the community, and groups committed to cultural, political, and academic inquiry. http://www.labyrinthbooks.com/
Princeton Garden Theatre
Princeton Garden Theatre has two cinema halls in which patrons can view a major motion picture. Films change frequently and students are offered a discount on ticket prices.
http://www.thegardentheatre.com/
The House of Cupcakes
Winner of an episode of Food Network’s “Cupcake Wars,” Season 2, this local bakery offers winning recipes.
http://thehouseofcupcakes.com/
Historical Society of Princeton
The Historical Society of Princeton features two properties with changing exhibitions open to the public. The Bainbridge House hosts the Princeton History Gallery which traces Princeton’s history from the Lenape Native American tribe to the achievements of Albert Einstein.
http://www.princetonhistory.org/
Morven Museum and Gardens
Morven served as the home to Richard Stockton, former New Jersey Governor’s mansion and signer of the Declaration of Independence. Converted to a museum in 2004, Morven holds portraits, period furniture, and a collection of 18h and 19th century porcelain and silver.
Drumthwacket
The current residence of the Governor of New Jersey occupies the site of the 1777 Princeton Battle for American independence, formerly owned by William Penn. The estate can be toured by the public.