EAST
RUTHERFORD, N.J., June 18,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Dedicated to encouraging people
to find their heroes and achieve their best, the New Jersey Hall of
Fame unveiled its Entertainment and Learning Center today at
American Dream before a crowd of supporters, inductees, and elected
officials, including Governor Phil
Murphy and First Lady Tammy
Murphy. The center will be open to the public on
June 28th.
"We are incredibly excited that America's first
state-focused Entertainment
and Learning Center will be right here in the Garden
State," said Governor Phil
Murphy. "Located at American Dream, the space will
embrace our rich history and celebrate the achievements of over
230 outstanding New Jerseyans. This Center will serve as
a testament to our one-of-a-kind entertainment culture and
supply knowledge and inspiration for generations to
come."
The 10,000-square-foot Entertainment and Learning Center, now
the permanent home for New Jersey Hall of Fame inductees, boasts
state-of-the-art exhibits. These include a simulated space ride
called "Fly Me to the Moon," where visitors can experience the
thrill of space travel. For music enthusiasts, there's a karaoke
stage where they can sing alongside holograms of Gloria Gaynor, Wyclef Jean, Frankie Valli, and other musical legends. Also,
for those interested in the arts, visitors can interview holograms
of Danny DeVito, Jason Alexander, Connie
Chung, Laurie Hernandez, and
other notable Jersey greats in the "Late Night Jersey" Television
Studio.
"Through education and entertainment, we are inspiring people to
realize their dreams by becoming their best," added Jon F. Hanson, Chairman of the New Jersey Hall
of Fame. "So, there's no better place to be than here at American
Dream!"
"The State of New Jersey boasts
a rich history full of iconic moments and legendary heroes, which
will now be celebrated for the world to see at American Dream,"
notes Don Ghermezian, CEO of
American Dream. "We are excited to inspire our guests with leading
entertainers, athletes, and influential individuals from the arts,
education, science, and public service sectors at this
one-of-a-kind Entertainment and Learning Center."
Added President Steve Edwards, "The
soul of the New Jersey Hall of Fame mission is based on the concept
of Areté, Ancient Greek wisdom that means the act of actualizing
one's highest and best sense of self, with a moral excellence of
character, and for the greater good. Our inductees have indeed
realized their Areté, and are heroes who inspire others to do the
same."
ABOUT THE NEW JERSEY HALL OF FAME
Because everyone needs a hero, the New Jersey Hall of Fame
(NJHOF) honors citizens who have made invaluable contributions to
society, the State of New
Jersey, and the world beyond. Since 2008, the NJHOF has
hosted 15 ceremonies for more than 230 notable individuals and
groups in recognition of their induction into the Hall of Fame. The
NJHOF endeavors to present school children with significant and
impactful role models to show that they can, and should, strive for
excellence. The NJHOF is thankful for the support of its many
sponsors, including Hackensack Meridian Health, without which none
of our endeavors would be possible.
ABOUT AMERICAN DREAM
American Dream, developed by Triple Five Group, is an
unparalleled mix of world-class entertainment, retail and dining,
comprising more than 3-million square feet just minutes away from
New York City in East Rutherford, New Jersey. American Dream is
home to leading attractions, including DreamWorks Water Park,
Nickelodeon Universe Theme Park, LEGOLAND Discovery Center, SEA
LIFE Aquarium, Big SNOW Ski Hill, Dream Wheel – a 300-foot
observation wheel overlooking the NYC skyline, as well as attractions debuting
soon such as THE GAMEROOM Powered by Hasbro, Sesame Street Learn
& Play and New Jersey Hall of Fame. American Dream's immersive
luxury shopping and dining experience – The Avenue – features Saks
Fifth Avenue, Hermès, Rolex, Cartier, Watches of Switzerland, Saint Laurent, Tiffany & Co.,
Gucci, Balenciaga, Dolce & Gabbana, Ferrari, Gentle Monster,
Canada Goose, Carpaccio, a fine-dining Italian restaurant, and much
more. The retail and dining collection is further expanded with
flagship locations for Aritzia, H&M, PRIMARK, Uniqlo, Sephora
and Zara; as well as the Toys"R"Us global flagship, the only
standalone location in the U.S, the first-ever MrBeast Burger
restaurant, world renowned chef Marcus
Samuelsson's Marcus Live! and the world's first and only
"candy department store," IT'SUGAR.
CONTACT:
Eliza Rosenthale, Princeton
Strategic Communications,
(609) 558-3330 eliza@princetonsc.com
Aimee Brooks, Princeton Strategic
Communications, (917) 881-3849 aimee@princetonsc.com
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