Opportunities to become involved in the arts or attend performances are numerous and varied in Princeton. The University offers a great range of performances at McCarter Theatre, and its Roger S. Berlind Theatre, Richardson Auditorium, the University chapel, as well as in its many smaller theaters. Several professional musical and dance groups make their home in Princeton and perform locally. Acting classes for adults and children at McCarter are open to the public. Faculty at Westminster Choir College, many local musicians as well as some college students offer music instruction. The University’s Art Museum and Natural History Museum are open to the public for talks and hands-on workshops, as well as traditional viewing.

Westminster Choir College of Rider University similarly offers a schedule of events open to the public, as does the Arts Council of Princeton/Paul Robeson Center for the Arts in its newly renovated headquarters designed by the renowned architect Michael Graves, and located near the center of town.

The all-new Princeton Public Library presents regular talks and readings by prominent writers and public figures, as well as movies and fairs and cultural or educational functions for children and adults.

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