Don't miss your chance to walk on the Moon! The Blast Off exhibition on view through August 1!
Summer Fun at the Museum
During the Summer months, the Monmouth Museum can be your family destination to escape the heat or a rainy day in a comfortable, stimulating and innovative environment. Explore our exhibitions and programs on art, science, nature and cultural history designed for visitors of all ages. Please call the Museum for hours as we frequently have camp groups on tour during the morning hours and these areas will not open until the last camp group is done.
BLAST OFF! A Space Journey - Exhibition Open for 6 More Days!
In the Becker Children’s Wing through August 1, 2010. Please be sure to call ahead to confirm hours. The facility is often booked in advance for group tours and private parties. Visitors can take an unforgettable journey to the past, present and future of space exploration in this hands-on, interactive exhibition. 
BYE-BYE Blast Off! Weekend Special Events
Let your imagination take flight in our BLAST OFF! A Space Journey Weekend Special Events: Saturday, July 31 and Sunday, August 1. Saturday hours: 10:00 am - 4:30 pm Sunday hours: 1 - 5:00 pm. Special Activities include guided tours of the exhibition, StarLab Planetarium shows, games, crafts, face painting, movies, and an ice cream station. All activities are free with paid admission. Admission is $7 per person; Museum members and children under 2 years are free.
Becker Children's Wing (children 6-12 years)
Mondays the Museum is closed to the public
Tuesday – Thursday: Call ahead to confirm hours. The facility is often booked in advance for group tours and private parties.
Friday & Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Sunday: 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Star Lab Planetarium Shows
*$8.00 (includes General Admission)
Tuesday - Friday 4:00 PM
Saturday & Sunday 1:30 & 3:00 PM
During the summer, Planetarium Shows will be held Tuesday through Friday at 1:00 and 3:00 p.m. The Twinkle Tots Program for children 4 to 6 years of age will be held on Friday afternoons at 2:00 p.m.
From the discoveries of ancient astronomers to early rocket science and the future of space travel, the history of space science is brought to life through scenic displays in this hands-on, interactive exhibition. New activities have been added with elements that encourage visitors to experiment, imagine, and discover. Explore space science first-hand by touching a meteorite, testing your weight on other planets, shopping for space travel items and crawling through the International Space Station.
New outer space murals by local artist Bob Mataranglo add a colorful dimension to the Activity Area. Visitors to the exhibition begin their tour with a walk through the Hall of Ancient Astronomy. See Galileo’s laboratory and hear him speak about his many revolutionary discoveries. Explore our fascinating Solar System through interactive presentations on the Sun, the Planets and the Milky Way. Experience the wonders of the night sky in a StarLab Planetarium show. Learn about NASA, and how astronauts prepare for space travel, experience a rocket launch, and travel to the Moon’s surface!
BLAST OFF! is the perfect space journey for stargazing elementary school students or anyone interested in outer space. Schools & Group Tour Information
BlastOff Birthday Party Details
See the new Kaller Gallery addition, FICTION TO FACT is a fascinating display of space memorabilia and toys.
New Jersey Emerging Artist Series 2010-2011 The New Jersey Emerging Artists Series consists of six annual monthly solo exhibitions to showcase the new work of NJ artists who have not previously held one-person exhibitions in our State. The artists selected for this series represent the diversity of talent in the State and demonstrate thier creativity in a wide variety of media. Selected artists are guided through the exhibition process, provided  promotional materials and are encouraged to give an artist’s talk during their exhibition to further increase their visibility. The New Jersey Emerging Artists Series at the Monmouth Museum is supported by the Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation. For more information contact: Catherine Clark 732-747-2266 cclarkboyd@monmouthmuseum.org ALL OPENING RECEPTIONS AND GALLERY TALKS ARE FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!
New Jersey Emerging Artist Series 2010-2011 Announcement of Accepted Artists
Seth Ruggles Hiler - Portraits - July 16 – August 15
Opening Reception: July 16th 6-8pm
Gallery Talk: August 11th 7-8pm
Anique Taylor - Mixed Media Sculpture August 20 – September 19
Opening Reception: August 20th 6-8pm
Gallery Talk: September 15th 7-8pm
Megan Ruisch - Digital print & India ink September 24 – October 24
Opening Reception: September 24th 6-8pm
Gallery Talk: October 13th 7-8pm
Lauren Rosenthal - Cut paper constructions - March 25 – April 25, 2011
Gary Dates - Photography - April 29 – May 29, 2011
Amy Puccio - Wood sculpture - June 3 – July 3, 2011
Seth Ruggles Hiler - Portraits - July 16 - August 15, 2010
Opening Reception, Friday, July 16, 6:00 to 8:00 pm
This exhibition features portraits in oil and acrylic by artist Seth Ruggles Hiler, a resident of Boonton, NJ. Hiler’s portraits capture the connection between artist and subject and combine a classical sensibility with a contemporary understanding of color and composition. See the opening on youtube - http://www.youtube.com/profile?user=SethRugglesHiler#p/u/3/pBrsnfPYgxU
Gallery Talk - Wednesday, August 11, 2010 • 7:00 - 8:00 pm
Seth Ruggles Hiler will share insights on his work in a discussion at the Museum. Gallery Talk is free and open to the public.
Anique Taylor - Mixed Media Sculpture
August 20 - September 19, 2010 
Opening Reception, Friday, August 20, 6:00 to 8:00 pm
This exhibition features mixed media sculptures by artist Anique Taylor, a resident of Teaneck, NJ. Taylor explores the theme of women’s personal journeys, creating psychological portraits that express a range of emotion and thought. She utilizes a wide variety of materials filled with color and detail to layer and collage her sculptures.
Gallery Talk - Wednesday, September 15, 2010 • 7:00 - 8:00 pm
Anique Taylor will share insights on her work in a discussion at the Museum. Gallery Talk is free and open to the public.
 
The Painting World of EVELYN LEAVENS
July 9 - September 5, 2010
Opening Reception July 9, 6:00 to 8:00 pm.
Opening reception is free and open to the public.
The Monmouth Museum presents a retrospective exhibition of works by Red Bank artist Evelyn Leavens. Her work spans six decades and includes a wide range of subjects and styles from realism to abstraction. Primarily self-taught, Leavens is a master of multiple mediums, including oil, watercolor, ink, pencil, pastel and collage. 
She states, “Creating art is the only thing I ever wanted to do.” Leavens applies her unique point of view and personality to each of her works, from self-portraits and figure studies to pastoral scenes. Nature is a constant source of inspiration, from her love of farmlands, woods, beaches and gardens, to her own backyard. Her influences include the work of David Hockney, Milton Avery, Van Gogh and Dubuffet. A long-time member of the Monmouth County art community, Leavens has exhibited widely and received two fellowships from the New Jersey State Council on the Arts.
CALL FOR ENTRIES - SUBMISSION DEADLINE: August 6, 2010
Art From Found Objects: A Juried Exhibition at the Monmouth Museum
September 12 - October 31, 2010
Opening Reception September 12, 2010 3 - 5:00 pm. Opening reception is free and open to the public.
This exhibition focuses on artwork created from the undisguised, but often modified, use of common found objects that are not normally considered art, often because they already have a non-art function. Found art derives its identity as "Art" from the designation placed upon it by the artist. "Trash Art" is included in this exhibition as works are primarily comprised from components that have been discarded and then found. 75% of the media used to create works for this exhibition must be from either discarded, reusable or found objects. Juror The juror is Harriet Taub, Executive Director, Materials for the Arts (MFTA), NYC Department of Cultural Affairs. Eligibility Open to all artists world-wide age 18 and over. All artwork entered must be original creations by the artist and must have been completed within in the last five years. Submissions are limited to a maximum of TWO pieces. Artists are requested to submit digital images in JPEG format either via email or on a CD. Submission Fees: Monmouth Museum Members FREE (click here for Museum membership information) Non-members $20 per piece entered (limit: 2 pieces). SUBMISSION DEADLINE: August 6, 2010 CD Entries with payment must arrive at the Monmouth Museum by 4:30 pm. Email entries and payment must be received by 4:30 pm. Announcement of Accepted Artists: August 18, 2010 A list of artists accepted into the exhibition will be posted on the Monmouth Museum website: www.monmouthmuseum.org. Click here for a prospectus and an emailable application form. For questions and additional information, please contact Catherine Clark at the Museum at 732-747-2266 or email: cclark@monmouthmuseum.org. This call for entries is also listed on http://ArtDeadline.com.
SAVE THE DATE • CHAIRISH 2011 KICK-OFF PARTY
The Museum’s Fourth Annual Chairish Exhibition and Silent Auction Event this winter was a great success, and featured two celebrity chairs along with over 30 chairs hand-crafted and designed by local artists. Guests had the opportunity to bid on a New York Giants-themed chair autographed by player Ahmad Bradshaw and a chair autographed by political activist and author Ralph Nader. If you are interested in contributing a chair or volunteering at our Chairish 2011 Event, join us in August at the home and studio of fine artist Sue Sweeney. Enjoy wine and desserts as we plan our next Chairish Event. A selection of chairs will be available to use for your 2011 chair creation. This party will provide plenty of inspiration to begin your chairs before the end-of-the-year rush! Watch for details ...
ONGOING EXHIBITIONS
DORN’S PHOTOGRAPHY COLLECTION
Ongoing in the Hall Gallery
The Monmouth Museum has been exhibiting selected historical images from the Dorn’s Classic Images collection for the past two years. Kathy Dorn Severini is the curator of the collection, which includes nearly 5,000 images of every aspect of past eras in Monmouth County. During the exhibition, photographs will be available for purchase (perfect for gifts!), with a percentage of sales donated to the Museum.
BLAST OFF! A Space Journey
in the Becker Children's Wing now through August 1, 2010
Visitors can take an unforgettable journey to the past, present and future of space exploration in this hands-on, interactive exhibition.
BYE-BYE Blast Off! Weekend Special Events
Let your imagination take flight in our BLAST OFF! A Space Journey Weekend Special Events: Saturday, July 31 and Sunday, August 1. Saturday hours: 10:00 am - 4:30 pm Sunday hours: 1 - 5:00 pm. Special Activities include guided tours of the exhibition, StarLab Planetarium shows, games, crafts, face painting, movies, and an ice cream station. All activities are free with paid admission. Admission is $7 per person; Museum members and children under 2 years are free.
“FICTION TO FACT” Space Toys & Memorabilia Collection
in the Becker Children's Wing now through August 1, 2010
Space exploration is brought to life in a new display, “FICTION TO FACT” in the Becker Children’s Wing at the Monmouth Museum. Over 100 original Space artifacts from the days of science fiction to the present are on loan from Kaller’s America Gallery (www.SearchofOuterSpace.com).
The collection features toys, games, posters and books, as well as memorabilia from Russia’s and America’s space missions. Vintage Buck Rogers and Flash Gordon spaceship toys and books are displayed with other rocket and robot collectibles. Fictional astronauts include Snoopy, Barbie, G.I. Joe, Donald Duck and a Cabbage Patch Doll. Miss Piggy appears in her space attire as a mission control commander. Leading characters from Star Trek and Star Wars, ET, and Buzz Lightyear are also on view. An 8 foot tall creature that was used to promote the 1979 movie “ALIEN” is now positioned high on a pedestal to observe visitors to the Becker Children’s Wing.
Changing Climate : Changing Weather
New exhibition opens October 3, 2010 in the Becker Children's Wing
The Monmouth Museum announces a new exhibition "Changing Climate : Changing Weather" opening in October 2010 in the Monmouth Museum's Becker Children's Wing. "Changing Climate: Changing Weather" will explore the related, but unique sciences of climate and weather. This hands-on exhibition will demonstrate 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 will also provide 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. Download a promotional flyer here, a full teacher's activity guide will be available in October. Special Offer - Tour this exhibition with your group between October 2010 and February 2011 and save $1.00 per person. For reservations and additional information, please contact Marion Kanaga, Monmouth Museum Education Coordinator, at 732-747-2266 or mkanaga@monmouthmuseum.org.
The WonderWing - Ongoing (permanent exhibition)
Visit the Dorothy V. Morehouse WonderWing and discover exciting new features! This popular destination for children ages 2-6 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 and slide through a whale. New features include a lighthouse with lovely undersea murals at the base, created by local artist Jim Fitzmaurice. Climb the steps inside and discover a lookout and periscope with views of the sea. Play hide-and-seek in a flashy kelp forest, and find sea creatures in a splashy new water table. Children will have a magical undersea learning experience with elements that are attractive and age appropriate, and draw young visitors to experiment, imagine, explore and discover.
WonderWing Hours (children under 6 years)
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday Call for hours**
Friday, Saturday 10 AM - 4:30 PM
Sunday 1 - 5 PM
**sometimes the facility is booked for birthday parties or groups.
Private birthday parties may be booked in advance. Please call for hours.
VISIT STELLA THE STEGOSAURUS!
The Monmouth Museum recently installed a large Stegosaurus dinosaur sculpture on permanent display in the Museum’s patio garden. Artist Jim Gary was a self-taught metal sculptor best known for his large whimsical creations of dinosaurs assembled from discarded automobile parts. Welded by hand and painted in vivid colors, Gary's sculptures are almost life-size, and each is comprised of hundreds of car parts – he used as many as eight to ten automobiles to build a single dinosaur. A local artist, raised in Colts Neck, and a resident of Farmingdale, Gary  established a gallery, Iron Butterfly, in Red Bank, featuring other artists he selected as well as his own work. Gary's art has been exhibited at museums throughout the country, including the Smithsonian's National Museum of Natural History, the Boston Children's Museum and the Liberty Science Center in Jersey City. A traveling exhibition of his work, Jim Gary's Twentieth Century Dinosaurs has toured worldwide since the late 1970's. Pictured on the Museum's outdoor patio with our Stegosaurus sculpture is Tess Martin and her grandmother, Joann Kreger. Tess submitted the winning name of "Stella" in our dinosaur naming contest.
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