WONDERLAND
A Winter Juried Exhibition in Dunellen
Museum Statement
The Monmouth Museum is pleased to present WONDERLAND, a juried exhibition inspired by winter and the many ways artists experience the season.
We are looking for work that captures what winter looks and feels like, from the warmth of a fire on a cold day to a snow-covered landscape that turns the familiar into something unexpected. The work may be drawn from observation, memory or imagination and may be representational or abstract.
All mediums are welcome.
WONDERLAND will be presented at Monmouth Museum’s Dunellen location from November 20, 2026 through January 10, 2027.
The exhibition will be juried by the Museum’s Executive Director to create a cohesive, high-quality presentation. Artwork is not guaranteed acceptance. Selections will be based on artistic merit, originality, craftsmanship, interpretation of the theme and how well each piece contributes to the overall vision of the exhibition.
Through this exhibition, the Monmouth Museum hopes to discover artists working throughout the region, create new connections and continue building an active and welcoming arts community at our Dunellen location.
Submission Guidelines
- The call is open to artists age 18 and older who live or work in New Jersey.
- Monmouth Museum membership is not required.
- Each artist may submit a maximum of three entries.
- A nonrefundable application fee of $30 for up to three entries is due at the time of submission.
- Payment of the application fee does not guarantee acceptance.
- Up to two works may be selected from each artist.
- All artwork must be original and created by the submitting artist.
- All mediums are welcome, including painting, drawing, photography, printmaking, collage, fiber, mixed media, sculpture and small installations.
- Artwork must be family-friendly and appropriate for Museum audiences of all ages.
- Two-dimensional work must be framed, wired and ready to hang. Sawtooth hangers and cleats will not be accepted.
- Three-dimensional work must be stable, professionally presented and safe for public display.
- Artists are responsible for providing any specialized hardware or equipment required to display their work.
- No substitutions may be made after submission.
- Accepted artwork may be delivered in person or shipped to the Museum. Detailed delivery and shipping instructions will be provided upon acceptance. Artists are responsible for all shipping and return-shipping costs.
- Accepted artwork must remain on view for the full exhibition period.
- All accepted artwork must be available for purchase.
- The Museum reserves the right to remove sold artwork before the exhibition concludes if necessary.
Online Submissions Through Submittable Must Include
- Contact Information: Name, address, telephone number and email address
- Artist Statement: Maximum 200 words, written in the first person and specific to the submitted work
- Artwork Information: Title, medium, finished size, year completed and sale price
- Artwork Images: Upload clear
.jpegor.jpgfiles. Images at 300 dpi/ppi are preferred. - Display Information: Note any special installation, electrical, equipment or space requirements.
File naming format: Title_EntryNumber_Medium_Size_Year_Price
Example: WinterLight_1_Acrylic_24x30_2026_$650
Awards
- Two Juror Awards of $100 each
- Five Honorable Mentions
Important Dates
- Call for Art Opens: September 22, 2026
- Submission Deadline: October 25, 2026
- Artist Notifications: October 30, 2026
- Artwork Receiving: November 18, 2026
- Installation: November 19, 2026
- Exhibition Opens: Friday, November 20, 2026
- Opening Reception: Friday, November 20, 2026, 6-8pm
- Exhibition Closes: Sunday, January 10, 2027
- Artwork Pick-Up: Monday, January 11, 2027, 10 AM–3 PM
Sales and Commission
All exhibited artwork must be available for purchase. The Monmouth Museum will handle all sales and retain a 30% commission. Payment will be issued to the artist within two weeks of the purchase.
Media and Publicity Release
The Monmouth Museum reserves the right to photograph accepted and exhibited artwork and to use submitted artwork images for exhibition-related publicity, social media, media outreach, educational materials and website promotion.
Condition and Insurance
Artists delivering artwork are responsible for unpacking and inspecting their work at the time of drop-off. By leaving artwork with the Museum, the artist acknowledges that it has been delivered in acceptable condition. Any existing damage must be identified before the artwork is accepted.
Artists are responsible for insuring their artwork while it is in transit to and from the Museum. The Museum’s insurance coverage begins after accepted artwork has been received and is in the Museum’s care, custody and control. Coverage ends when the artwork is released to the artist at pick-up.
Packing Materials
Artists are responsible for unpacking their artwork at drop-off and repacking it at pick-up. Due to limited storage space, the Museum cannot store boxes, crates, bubble wrap or other packing materials during the exhibition unless shipped. Please remove all packing materials after delivery and bring appropriate materials when retrieving the artwork.
Late Pick-Up Policy
All artwork must be picked up on January 11, 2027. A $10-per-day late fee will apply beginning January 12. The Museum is not responsible for artwork left after the scheduled pick-up date. Artwork not retrieved within one month will be considered abandoned and will become the property of the Museum.
For submission assistance or additional information, please contact the Monmouth Museum.
Members Showcase: Celebrating Creativity
November 15, 2026–January 24, 2027
Museum Statement
Since 2015, the Monmouth Museum has proudly celebrated its Artist Members through this annual non-juried exhibition. Members Showcase: Celebrating Creativity features small-scale artwork measuring no more than 16" x 16" when framed.
All media are welcome, but artwork must be wall-mountable. The exhibition is open exclusively to current Monmouth Museum Members age 18 and older.
The Nilson Gallery now includes a gift shop, creating a welcoming space where visitors can view original artwork and shop for unique gifts. During the holiday season, we hope guests will shop with us, discover something special and directly support participating artists!
Each artist may submit one piece. All eligible artwork that meets the submission and presentation requirements will be included.
Not a Member yet? Become a Member today. For membership information, contact Membership Coordinator Jenna McDonald at jmcdonald@monmouthmuseum.org or 732-224-1993.
Submission Guidelines
- Artists must be current Monmouth Museum Members age 18 or older.
- Artwork must be submitted as a digital image through Submittable.
- Each artist may submit one entry.
- All artwork must be original and created by the submitting artist.
- All media are welcome, but artwork must be wall-mountable.
- Artwork must be framed, wired and ready to hang. Sawtooth hangers and cleats will not be accepted.
- Framed dimensions may not exceed 16" x 16".
- Artwork must be family-friendly and appropriate for Museum audiences of all ages.
- No substitutions may be made after submission.
- Artwork must remain available for the full duration of the exhibition.
- All exhibited artwork must be available for purchase.
- The Museum reserves the right to remove sold artwork before the exhibition concludes if necessary.
- All eligible artwork meeting the exhibition requirements will be included. Artists will receive confirmation of their participation through Submittable.
Online Submissions Through Submittable Must Include
- Contact Information: Name, address, telephone number and email address
- Artist Statement: Maximum 200 words, written in the first person and specific to the submitted work
- Artwork Information: Title, medium, framed size, year completed and sale price
- Artwork Image: Upload a clear .jpeg or .jpg file. An image at 300 dpi/ppi is preferred.
File naming format: Title_EntryNumber_Medium_Size_Year_Price
Example: Ideas_1_Acrylic_16x16_2026_$450
Important Dates: 2026–2027
- Call for Art Opens: September 22, 2026
- Submission Deadline: Sunday, October 18, 2026
- Participation Confirmations: Friday, October 23, 2026
- Receiving for In-Person Drop-Off: Thursday and Friday, November 5–6, 2026, 10 AM–3 PM
- Shipping Due Date: Artwork must arrive by Friday, November 6, 2026, at 3 PM
- Installation: November 9–13, 2026
- Exhibition Opens: Sunday, November 15, 2026
- Opening Reception: Sunday, November 15, 2026, 4–6 PM
- Exhibition Closes: Sunday, January 24, 2027
- Artwork Pick-Up: Monday, January 25, 2027, 10 AM–4 PM
- Return Shipping Carrier Pick-Up: Tuesday, January 26, 2027, 10 AM–4 PM
Shipping and Addresses
Ship to:
Monmouth Museum 765 Newman Springs Road Museum Drive, Parking Lot 1, Building #10 Lincroft, NJ 07738
Artwork may be shipped through FedEx, UPS or USPS. Please include a prepaid return-shipping label and reusable return packaging. Artists are responsible for all shipping and return-shipping costs.
Return carrier pickup must be scheduled for Thursday, January 28, 2027, between 10 AM and 4 PM.
In-Person Drop-Off and Pick-Up:
Monmouth Museum 765 Newman Springs Road Lincroft, NJ 07738
The Museum is located on the Brookdale Community College campus. Take Campus Drive to Museum Drive and park in Lot 1.
Late Pick-Up Policy
A $10-per-day late fee will apply beginning Friday, January 29, 2027. The Museum is not responsible for artwork left after the scheduled pickup date. Artwork not retrieved within one month will be considered abandoned and will become the property of the Museum.
Sales and Commission
All exhibited artwork must be available for purchase. The Monmouth Museum will handle all sales and retain a 30% commission. Payment will be issued to the artist within two weeks of purchase.
Media and Publicity Release
The Monmouth Museum reserves the right to photograph exhibited artwork and to use submitted artwork images for exhibition-related publicity, social media, media outreach and website promotion.
Condition, Insurance and Packing
Artists are responsible for insuring their artwork while it is in transit to and from the Museum. The Museum’s insurance coverage begins only after the artwork has been received and accepted into the Museum’s care, custody and control. Coverage ends when the artwork is released to the artist or return-shipping carrier.
Artists delivering artwork in person are responsible for unpacking and inspecting it at drop-off. Any existing damage must be identified before the artwork is accepted. By leaving the artwork with the Museum, the artist acknowledges that it was delivered in acceptable condition.
Shipped artwork must be securely packed in reusable packaging suitable for return shipping. The Museum is not responsible for damage that occurs during transit or results from inadequate packing. If artwork arrives damaged, the Museum will document the condition and contact the artist. The Museum reserves the right not to display artwork that arrives damaged or cannot be safely exhibited.
Artists delivering artwork in person must remove all boxes, bubble wrap and other packing materials after drop-off and bring appropriate materials when retrieving their work. Due to limited storage space, the Museum cannot store packing materials for hand-delivered artwork. Original packaging for shipped artwork will be retained for return shipping.
For submission assistance or additional information, contact Jenna McDonald at jmcdonald@monmouthmuseum.org or 732-224-1993.