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Join Us for The Carle After Dark this Thursday, February 5, 4–8pm
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The Carle is the international champion for picture book art and books. We collect, preserve, and present picture book art for audiences passionate about art and books.

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Illustration of baker making bread in stages.
Current Exhibition

Cooking with Eric Carle

September 20, 2025 - September 6, 2026
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Photographic collage of boy with dog and plates and cat playing fiddle.
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CLICK! Photographers Make Picture Books

January 17 - June 7, 2026
Illustration of girl in two landscapes mirror-imaged.
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Sprites, Spells, and Splashes: Magical Beings in Picture Book Art

November 22, 2025 - April 26, 2026
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FREE admission on February 19

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Through the Lens


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As part of The Carle After Dark series, strike a pose, dress up, walk the runway, and step into the spotlight with Josh Sitron and the UMass Fashion Organization! 

Cover of Ling and Ting's Lunar New Year Two Times Lucky by Grace Lin
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Virtual Classroom Visit with Grace Lin


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The award-winning and bestselling author will explain and share the customs and foods of Lunar New Year!

Group of kids smiling in front of heart mural.
For Families

Special Storytime with Shelley Rotner


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Celebrate LOVE by sharing stories and making Valentine cards! 

A gnome riding an owl as he flies at night
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Special Storytime: Phoebe Wahl


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Join acclaimed artist and author Phoebe Wahl as she shares her books at the Carle! Reserve a spot for this special event now.

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Currently on our minds: Winter Magic

A snowflake with die-cut shapes filled with colorful see-through paper against a winter backdrop.

Winter Light

A mouse wearing a winter hat and ice skates skates across a small icy pond.

Mice Skating

Two twin girls in white coats and hats ride bicycles through a snowy landscape.

Chirri and Chirra: The Snowy Day

Animals gather around a bright circle of feathers, berries, and nuts in the winter snow.

Winter: A Solstice Story

A gnome wearing a red hat walks through a snowy yard at night.

The Tomten

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Tea Party in the Woods