Be sure to call ahead to confirm hours of availability for the WONDERWING.

PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN & SCHOOLS

"Changing Climate:Changing Weather" is now open in the Becker Children's Wing (see the hours link for times for the Global Weather Lab Shows during the week and on weekends.

Each of the programs and exhibitions at the Museum is designed with the goal of increasing curiosity and learning. For children who visit with their families and schools, the Museum has developed strategies to make learning fun by employing hands-on, participatory activities which engage and focus young visitors.. More about group tours and birthday party reservations.

Becker Children's Wing (school aged children 7-12 years)

Changing Climate : Changing Weather
New exhibition now open in the Becker Children's Wing
The Monmouth Museum announces a new exhibition "Changing Climate : Changing Weather" in the Monmouth Museum's Becker Children's Wing. "Changing Climate: Changing Weather" explores the related, but unique sciences of climate and weather. This hands-on exhibition demonstrates how changes in our climate cause changes in our weather. Interactive elements will guide visitors through the history of weather and climate change studies through an in depth-look at the greenhouse effect and our earth's current challenge of global warming. The exhibition also provides visitors with a greater understanding of what they personally can do to reduce their own carbon footprint by saving energy, using alternative energy sources and learning to "Reduce, Reuse & Recycle!" Come explore, be inspired and have fun!
- Learn about the history of climate and weather.
- Explore a virtual Weather Television Station.
- Experience different weather conditions through multi-sensory interactive displays.
- Learn about different types of clouds and the weather they produce.
- Understand climate change around the globe in our weather planetarium program.
- Visit our “Green Arts Studio” and create a work of art with recycled materials. School Group Tours School group tours will be scheduled on weekday mornings. Reservations are REQUIRED for all groups. Group rates are available.

Group Tours
Group Tours (over 10 persons) are available weekday mornings for schools, clubs and organizations. Group rates are available and reservations are required. The Museum is currently accepting reservations for Group Tours in our Becker Children's Wing and WonderWing exhibitions. For reservations and additional information, please contact Marion Kanaga, Museum Education Coordinator at 732-747-2266, or mkanaga@monmouthmuseum.org.

The WonderWing (children 6 years and under)
The six-and-under audience will have a magical undersea learning experience in our popular WonderWing. The WonderWing is an educational space offering a permanent exhibition on the sea and the creatures that make it their home. Children can explore a pirate ship, perform in a Tiki theater, climb a tree house, experience a kelp forest, slide down whale slide, and listen to a moving waterfall. Birthday parties are booked in advance so be sure to call first to make sure the Wonderwing is open. Besides walk-in visitors, the WonderWing attracts groups from mothers' centers, daycare facilities, and nursery schools. More about the WonderWing

Travel Trunks
A mini-museum in a trunk for use in your classroom or all purpose room for two week rentals. More about the Travel Trunk Program

Birthday Parties
For a limited time your three to eight year old can have a spectacular birthday party in the Museum. Don't miss this rare opportunity to create a truly memorable event. For pricing, scheduling and information call Marion Kanaga at the Museum, (732) 747-2266. More about Museum parties