Group of kids smiling in front of heart mural.
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Shelley Rotner, Illustration for Love Is a Big Feeling (Holiday House) Courtesy of the artist. © 2025 Shelley Rotner.

Special Storytime with Shelley Rotner

For Families
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Reading Library

Free with Museum admission

Let’s celebrate LOVE! Join winning author and photographer Shelley Rotner as she shares her new picture book Love is a Big Feeling. Families will enjoy a read-aloud, followed by book signing and an invitation to create their own Valentine’s Day cards.

Who You'll Meet
Artist Shelley Rotner

Shelley Rotner

Shelley Rotner is an award-winning author and photo illustrator of over 50 children’s books that explore diversity and inclusivity about families and nature.
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