The Carle Honors Benefit Gala

All proceeds benefit The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art, which promotes joy, tolerance, and understanding through the universally beloved medium of picture book art. In addition, a portion of the proceeds for all tickets will include a donation to our Inspiration Fund which provides complimentary tickets for artists and educators who might not otherwise be able to attend.

About The Carle Honors

The Carle Honors recognize individuals in the picture book field for their dedication and creative vision. The four honorees are selected by a committee chaired by children’s book historian, author, and critic Leonard S. Marcus, founder of the Honors, in the following categories:

Artist – Given to an individual who has shown lifelong innovation in the field.
Angel – For an individual whose generous resources are crucial to making picture-book art exhibitions, education programs, and related projects a reality.
Bridge – For an individual who has found inspired ways to bring the art of the picture book to larger audiences through work in other fields.
Mentor – For an editor, designer, or educator who has championed the art form.

The 2025 Carle Honors Program

5:30 pm – Doors open for all guests 

6:00 pm – Presentation of awards

7:00 – All guests are invited to the reception with cocktails, food, and mingling

8:30 – Reception concludes 

For additional information about the Honors, Host and Sponsorship opportunities, and our 2025 Inspiration Fund, please contact Rebecca Miller Goggins, director of development at rebeccag@carlemuseum.org or 413-559-6308.