Grounds For Sculpture
- This 35-acre park is located in nearby Hamilton, N.J., on the site of the former New Jersey State Fairgrounds. An outdoor permanent collection of more than 250 sculptures are featured, along with indoor seasonal exhibitions within the museum and Domestic Arts buildings. The grounds include an arboretum and garden with terraces, pergolas and courtyards that are available for a variety of events. Toad Hall Shop & Gallery, the Museum Shop and Rat’s Restaurant round out the unique offerings. www.groundsforsculpture.org
McCarter Theatre Center
- Private event options are available here. Groups of 50 or more may reserve an elegant reception space or meeting space. Groups of 10 or more receive up to 50 percent off ticket prices, and student groups pay only $10 per ticket. The venue offers Pride Night and After Hours packages. Other programs are free and open to the public, including post-performance discussions, play readings and community partnership events. www.mccarter.org
Morven Museum & Garden
- Morven was built by a signer of the Declaration of Independence and later served as the governor’s mansion for five New Jersey governors. It is now a museum that includes a shop and currently has 13 galleries open with exhibits pertaining to Morven history and decorative arts. Group tours are available on any day with advance reservations. www.historicmorven.org
Waterfront Park
- Group outings are possible here at the home of the Trenton Thunder, a minor league affiliate of the New York Yankees. The park is situated along the banks of the Delaware River. The team has been recognized at the “Nation’s Best Franchise.” Who knows what famous player groups may see rehabbing a knee or shoulder injury. We can’t promise you’ll see A.J. Burnett, though. www.trentonthunder.com
Yankee Doodle Tap Room
- This pub, located in the historic Nassau Inn in downtown Princeton, is just dandy for enjoying some cold brews. A dozen world beers are featured on tap. A cozy fireplace and a mural painted by Norman Rockwell in 1937 hanging over the bar complete the atmosphere. www.nassauinn.com