Sculpture, poetry, and a lasting Jersey connection at the Monmouth Museum

The Monmouth Museum is pleased to announce the artists selected for Festival of Light, a juried exhibition opening this fall at Monmouth Museum Dunellen. Inspired by Diwali and the Festival of Lights, the exhibition brings together artists exploring light, resilience, identity, cultural tradition, celebration, home and belonging through contemporary art. The exhibition reflects both traditional and contemporary perspectives while creating space for cultural storytelling and c

The Monmouth Museum is delighted to announce the artists selected for BLOOM, our 2026 Members Juried Exhibition. The response to this year’s call was extraordinary. More than 100 artists submitted work for consideration, far exceeding our expectations and making the selection process both exciting and incredibly difficult. BLOOM celebrates renewal, growth, transformation, and the beauty of the natural world. The selected works span a wonderful range of styles, media, and inte

We are excited to recognize Emily Jenison, Manager of the Monmouth Museum’s Dunellen location, as our September Star of the Month! Since joining our Dunellen team, Emily has brought an incredible combination of creativity, leadership, warmth, and enthusiasm to everything she does. Opening a new museum location comes with plenty of moving pieces, and Emily has embraced every challenge while helping turn our Dunellen space into a welcoming and vibrant part of the community. Fro

Visitors to the Monmouth Museum may have noticed something new during a recent exhibition opening, storytime, or guided tour. Thanks to support from the New Jersey Cultural Trust, the Museum has installed a new public address and audio system designed to improve the experience of visitors throughout our galleries and children's space. The $17,895 grant was awarded through the Institutional and Financial Stabilization Grants for Arts Organizations program and allowed the Museu

Opening Weekend August 15 & 16 | 10 AM–4 PM | Free Admission Something BIG is arriving in Dunellen! Monmouth Museum is excited to announce the opening of Dinosaurs: The World of Giants!, a new exhibition bringing visitors face-to-face with the incredible prehistoric world of dinosaurs. The exhibition opens to the public Saturday, August 15th and Sunday, August 16th from 10 AM to 4 PM at Monmouth Museum’s Dunellen location, 266 North Ave., Dunellen, NJ 08812. Admission is free

Congratulations to Nia Harcsar, our Summer Volunteer of the Month! Nia has been an incredible asset to the Monmouth Museum this summer. She approached every task with a positive attitude, took everything in stride, and was always asking, "What can I do to help?" Her initiative and willingness to jump in wherever needed made supervising easier for our staff and helped keep our daily operations running smoothly. Nia was especially attentive in the Wonder Wing, stepping in whene

Victoria is always willing to step up whenever a shift needs to be covered, and her reliability makes a tremendous difference to our team. She takes great pride in managing the Gift Shop, ensuring it is welcoming, organized, and ready for our visitors. Just as importantly, Victoria is consistently kind, friendly, and helpful to both her coworkers and our patrons, creating a positive experience for everyone she meets. As a token of our appreciation for her dedication and hard

The Monmouth Museum invites our Members to submit work for BLOOM, a juried exhibition celebrating renewal, growth, transformation, and the beauty of the natural world. Opening this fall in the Museum's Main Gallery, BLOOM will showcase thoughtfully curated artwork inspired by florals, gardens, landscapes, organic forms, changing seasons, hope, and new beginnings. Whether your work is representational or abstract, we encourage artists to explore the many ways nature inspires c

Join us on Saturday, July 11, for a unique family program inspired by our exhibition, Native Americans of New Jersey: Past and Present.

Featured in The Guardian! Native Americans of New Jersey: Past and Present at the Monmouth Museum has been named one of 10 must-see museum exhibitions in America during the nation's 250th anniversary year.

Cardboard as the Antidote to AI at the New Monmouth Museum in Dunellen

The Monmouth Museum is pleased to announce an open call for artists for Festival of Light, a juried exhibition celebrating the rich traditions, stories, and contemporary voices of South Asian artists and the broader diaspora. The exhibition will be presented at the Monmouth Museum's Dunellen location from October 2 through November 15, 2026. Timed to coincide with Diwali, the Festival of Lights, this exhibition explores themes of light, resilience, identity, community, and cu

We're excited to recognize our Employee Star of the Month

We’re so happy to recognize our next Employee Star, Christina Kelemen. Christina has been part of the Museum for eight years, and over the past month, she has been an incredible asset, especially in supporting our tour program. She recently refreshed her knowledge of both The STEAM and Wonder Wing tours and has stepped into the role of tour guide with confidence and enthusiasm. We’ve received wonderful feedback from guests, and she connects with visitors in such a natural and

The Monmouth Museum is proud to present Native Americans of New Jersey: Past and Present, a powerful and timely exhibition exploring the rich history, enduring culture, and continued contributions of Indigenous communities across our state. Focusing on local heritage, the exhibition highlights the voices and experiences of the Powhatan Renape Nation, Nanticoke Lenni-Lenape Tribal Nation, Ramapough Lenape Nation, and the Sand Hill Indian Association, offering visitors a deeper

We’re excited to be launching our new Employee Recognition program, and we’re so happy to recognize our very first Employee Star, Andrea Grosso! If you’ve visited the Museum, chances are you’ve been greeted by Andrea’s warm smile at the front desk on weekends. She brings such positive energy to our space and goes above and beyond to make every visitor feel welcome. Behind the scenes, she’s also been helping keep our gardens looking beautiful and inviting. It’s the extra care

We’re thrilled to share that the Monmouth Museum is opening the doors to our brand new location in downtown Dunellen on Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 12:00 PM . This marks the first expansion in the Museum’s 60-year history, and we couldn’t be more excited to welcome you in. Join us for a ribbon cutting at noon with local officials, followed by a chance to explore the space, meet the artists, and experience something completely new. Opening Exhibition: The Cardboard Show If you’re

There’s something powerful about the moment when imagination begins to take form. That in-between space where memory, feeling, and creativity collide. This spring and summer, the Monmouth Museum’s Nilson Gallery invites you into that space with Pigment of Your Imagination , a new exhibition by Justin “Lefty” Lefkowitz. Opening Thursday, May 14 from 6 to 8 pm, this free public opening reception marks the debut of a body of work that is as layered in process as it is in meaning

Join us this Sunday, March 15 from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. for the opening reception of the Monmouth Museum’s 46th Annual Juried Exhibition. The reception is free and open to the public, and all are welcome to attend. This year’s exhibition features the work of 100 artists, showcasing a wide range of styles, perspectives, and media from artists across the region. The exhibition was curated and juried by Monica S. Camin, whose thoughtful selection process resulted in a compelling an