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

Exciting things are happening as we prepare for the Monmouth Museum’s new Dunellen location , and we’re thrilled to share that our Grand Opening will take place on Saturday, May 2 at 12:00 PM . We hope the community and friends from across the region will join us for this special moment as we officially open our doors and celebrate the start of something new. To mark the occasion, the inaugural exhibition will feature a cardboard art show by acclaimed Asbury Park artists Pork

We are thrilled to announce the 100 artists selected for the Monmouth Museum’s 46th Annual Juried Exhibition, A Time Within a Time , on view March 15 through May 10, 2026 in our Main Gallery. This year’s exhibition was the most competitive in the history of our Annual Juried Exhibition. More than 240 artists submitted 500+ pieces for consideration, reflecting the strength and vitality of today’s contemporary art community. After a rigorous and thoughtful review process, 100 a

We’re excited to share some great news about our weekend programming at the Monmouth Museum. All weekend workshops are now free for members and included with Museum admission Saturdays and Sundays from 11am-2pm. Every visitor is welcome to participate, with no additional cost and no registration. Wider access, more creativity This change is part of our commitment to widening access to the arts and making hands-on creative experiences available to more families, visitors, and

The Monmouth Museum is proud to present Shared Spaces , a solo exhibition by New Jersey artist Nina Nemeth in our Nilson Gallery. This thoughtful collection invites visitors to consider the subtle connections between people and the places they inhabit, exploring how memory, presence, and everyday encounters shape our understanding of the world. Nemeth’s work unfolds through layered mixed media collages where figures, landscapes, and urban environments emerge and overlap. The

The Monmouth Museum is proud to announce that it has been awarded a $500,000 grant through the New Jersey Economic Development Authority’s Activation, Revitalization, and Transformation (A.R.T.) Phase II Program. This significant investment will support the Museum in opening a new satellite location in downtown Dunellen, New Jersey. The expansion marks the Museum’s first additional site in its 60 year history and represents a major step in extending its mission to inspire, ed

Cherry Blossoms by Barbara Rowan Umar The Monmouth Museum is excited to announce that submissions will open in January for one of our longest-running and most beloved traditions, the Annual Juried Exhibition. Now entering its 46th year, the exhibition continues to bring together an inspiring and diverse range of contemporary artists from across the region, the nation, and the world. Life in the Liminal by Melanka Coppola This year’s theme, A Time Within a Time , invites artis

We are thrilled to share that the Monmouth Museum has been awarded support from the New Jersey Cultural Trust in its largest funding round in the program’s history. The Trust approved more than one million dollars in grants to history and humanities organizations across the state, and we are honored to be among this year’s recipients. With this grant, the Museum will be able to enhance accessibility, improve visitor experience, and deepen the impact of our exhibitions and pro

There is great news for all of our ocean lovers, curious explorers, and families searching for something magical this winter. Our wildly popular Smithsonian traveling exhibition Narwhal: Revealing an Arctic Legend has been extended through March 1. We are thrilled to keep this incredible experience at the Monmouth Museum a little longer, giving more visitors the chance to discover the secrets of these remarkable Arctic whales. The exhibit features a life sized narwhal that s

The Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History’s Narwhal: Revealing an Arctic Legend will debut at the Monmouth Museum this fall....

Monmouth Museum Announces Groundbreaking Exhibition Curated by Dr. Phoebe Farris, Renowned Native American Scholar May 17 – September 7,...

Inspired Hope , K. Beausoleil At the Opening Reception of The Bias Inside Us , a Smithsonian exhibit, four artists were chosen to receive...

We’re excited to announce that the Monmouth Museum’s Juried Photography Exhibit , curated by acclaimed photographer and curator Michael...

Our new weekend workshop series kicks off this month, designed to complement The Bias Inside Us , the Smithsonian Institution Traveling...

This Sunday, the Monmouth Museum will celebrate the opening of a powerful new Main Gallery exhibition featuring nearly 60 local New...