Luke Jerram’s Museum of the Moon to orbit Rahway NJ in October 2025

The touring artwork will be presented during the 17-day Festival of the Moon

Museum of the Moon, a touring artwork by U.K. artist Luke Jerram, will be presented inside the majestic Union County Performing Arts Center’s Main Stage in October 2025. This is the first time Museum of the Moon will be presented in New Jersey and one of a handful of times it has been exhibited on the East Coast in the United States.

Measuring 23 feet in diameter, the moon features detailed NASA imagery of the lunar surface. Every inch measured on the spherical sculpture represents an actual distance of almost 8 miles of the moon’s surface. The installation is a fusion of lunar imagery, moonlight and surround sound composition created by award winning composer Dan Jones.

“Rahway is proud to welcome Museum of the Moon to our vibrant city,” says Rahway Mayor Raymond A. Giacobbe. “This awe-inspiring presentation not only brings world-class art to our doorstep but also invites our community to gather under the glow of imagination and wonder. We’re not just showcasing the Moon—we’re celebrating Rahway’s continued rise as a cultural destination where creativity, connection, and community thrive.”

Learn more about the schedule of events and ticketing at http://www.rahwaymoonfest.com/schedule. Rahway businesses will also take part in the celebration of the moon through business specials, menus, and unique events.

“This is the kind of big, bold, beautiful event that makes Rahway special,” says Rahway SID President Jorge Casalins.

“Museum of the Moon will light up our downtown in more ways than one—and we can’t wait to see folks out exploring the businesses, grabbing dinner, and soaking up the lunar magic together.”