Here is a look at the current and upcoming exhibits coming to Morris Museum.   They have a great variety of exhibits for every age whether teens, tweens, or even tots.  

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The Brick Art of Nathan Sawaya 

Through March 9, 2014

Calling all LEGO® lovers! The incredible LEGO sculptures created by Nathan Sawaya are returning to the Morris Museum for a new exhibition!  Nathan Sawaya is a New York based artist who creates awe-inspiring works out of some of the most unlikely things.  This exhibition features large-scale sculptures using only toy building blocks.  LEGO bricks to be exact!  Sawaya’s ability to transform this common toy into something meaningful, his devotion to spatial perfection and the way he conceptualizes action, enables him to elevate what almost every child has played with into the status of contemporary art.  Sawaya’s captivating sculptures range from whimsical to complex and present a new perspective on creativity.  Kids of all ages are sure to be delighted with this grand display of more than 30 original works of art.

Nathan Sawaya, Yellow, Image courtesy of brickartist.com

Nano: The Science of the Super Small

Through July 13, 2014

Nano is an interactive exhibition that engages family audiences in nano-scale science, engineering, and technology. Hands-on stations present the basics of nanoscience and engineering, introduce some real world applications, and explore the societal implications of this new technology. Nano was created by the Nanoscale Informal Science Education Network (NISE Network) with support from the National Science Foundation.

Beards: The Long and Short of it

November 23 – March 30, 2014

From goatees, sideburns, and moustaches, to the growing popularity of Annual Beard competitions, this exhibition will explore men’s facial hair trends in America.  While the beard is timeless, certain patterns recall historical figures, eras, and past trends. Step back in time to explore the cultural meanings associated with different facial hair trends that were popular throughout the decades. Featuring artwork and artifacts, this exhibition is sure to “grow” your appreciation for facial hair.

Mega Model Trains Return

Opening December 13, 2013

Train enthusiasts of all ages will marvel at the spectacular 288-square foot interactive model train display.  Take a trip through the city, small towns, and the countryside.  Also on view will be a collection of photographs of historical trains by Homer R. Hill, on loan from Jean Hill and the Tri-State Railway Historical Society.

When Sandy Hit: The Storm that Forever Changed New Jersey

Through January 20, 2014

October 29, 2012 was a catastrophic day in the lives of all New Jerseyans.  Sandy came with a fury rarely seen and left unimaginable heartbreak and devastation in her wake. In conjunction with the book “When Sandy Hit: The Storm that Forever Changed New Jersey,” the Morris Museum and the Star-Ledger will present the work of Star-Ledger photographers who fought through floods, power outages, and their own personal losses to document the incredible impact Sandy had on New Jersey.  This exhibition portrays a state broken by Mother Nature’s awesome fury and the story of a state determined to rise again.  As we approach the One Year Anniversary of this super storm, these photographs will document the survival, resilience, and rebuilding of New Jersey.

Tony Kurdzuk/The Star-Ledger. The sun rises behind the Jet Star roller coaster as it sits in the ocean at the end of the badly damaged Casino Pier. Seaside Heights 5/13/13.