Legendary Arctic Creature Makes a Splash at the Monmouth Museum
- Erika Schaefer
- Sep 30
- 2 min read
The Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History’s Narwhal: Revealing an Arctic Legend will debut at the Monmouth Museum this fall. Running from October 26, 2025 through January 11, 2026, this immersive exhibit explores the mystical and mysterious life of the narwhal—an elusive marine mammal with a long, spiral tusk that has sparked imagination and folklore for generations!
Narwhal: Revealing an Arctic Legend takes visitors beneath the icy surface to learn about the narwhal’s biology, migration patterns, and cultural significance through the lens of both Inuit communities and scientific researchers. Through an enormous life-sized model, interactive displays, and first-hand accounts, the exhibit invites audiences of all ages to discover how traditional knowledge and cutting-edge science combine to help us better understand the narwhal and the fragile Arctic environment it inhabits.
Erika Schaefer, Executive Director of the Monmouth Museum shares, “We are thrilled to bring such an inspiring and timely exhibition to our community. Narwhal not only showcases the natural wonder of these fascinating creatures but also highlights the importance of environmental conservation.”
The exhibition is organized by the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service (SITES) and was developed by the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History.
Special programming will be announced in the near future, including guided tours and workshops, as well as the Museum’s popular Noon Year’s Eve and Holiday events.
For more information, visit www.MonmouthMuseum.org or follow @theMonmouthMuseum on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok.
About the Monmouth Museum:
The Monmouth Museum is a 15,000sf center for arts and education located in Lincroft, New Jersey on the campus of Brookdale Community College. Dedicated to fostering creativity, curiosity, and lifelong learning, the Museum offers a diverse range of exhibitions, programs, and events for visitors of all ages. The Museum features two galleries with rotating exhibits and two children’s wings, as well as beautiful garden spaces.
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