New Jersey Sports and Exposition Authority

NEW JERSEY SPORTS AND EXPOSITION AUTHORITY

The William D. McDowell Observatory is open on Wednesdays, year-round, weather permitting and excluding holidays

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The NJSEA Administration Building Is Open 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Weekdays

DeKorte Park is Open from 7 a.m. to Dusk Daily

The park will be closed Christmas and New Year’s Day

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Application Submittal Process and Forms

NJSEA Contact List

PUBLIC PROGRAMS

NEWS

NJSEA Meadowlands Environment Center Furthers Climate Change Education Initiatives Through $650,000 Grant

NJSEA Atlantic Coast Leopard Frog Study Shows Encouraging Results onCritical Meadowlands Species

Pontoon Boat Tour Schedule

NATURE BLOG

CELEBRATION OF NATURE IN NORTH JERSEY

The Meadowlands Nature Blog offers news, stunning images, bird sightings and nature events. Follow us Facebook and Twitter and our blog.

What to do if you find injured or orphaned wildlife.

FEATURED SERVICES FOR OUR TOWNS & COMMUNITIES

William D. McDowell Observatory

The William D. McDowell Observatory, located in DeKorte Park, provides the public with spectacular stargazing opportunities. The Observatory is open on Wednesday evenings, year-round. Astronomers from Bergen Community College operate the facility.

Pontoon Boat Cruises

The NJSEA operates a fleet of pontoon boats, staffed by experts on the natural and human history of the region and certified in boating through programs by the U.S. Coast Guard and the State of New Jersey.

Nature Walks/Public Programs

The NJSEA and the Bergen County Audubon Society co-host regularly scheduled nature walks and special events at several Meadowlands locations.