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Book cover for The Story of Ferdinand illustrated by Robert Lawson and written by Munro Leaf, 1936. © 1936 Munro Leaf and Robert Lawson, renewed 1964 Munro Leaf and John W. Boyd. 

Ferdinand Curator-Led Tour

Artists & Authors
For Families
Talks & Tours
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Central Gallery

Free with Museum admission

Free for Museum Members

Join us for a special midday program celebrating the new Under the Cork Tree: The Art of Ferdinand exhibition.

At 11:00 am, enjoy a curator-led tour with Guest Curator Jane Bayard Curley, featuring an engaging conversation about the exhibition and a lively Q&A opportunity.

This is a unique opportunity to gain deeper insight into the exhibition and connect personally with curator who developed the exhibition.

Who You'll Meet
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Jane Bayard Curley

Jane Bayard Curley is an independent curator specializing in children’s literature. She has organized several exhibitions for The Carle, including The Pursuit of Everything: Maira Kalman’s Books for Children (2019), It’s Me Eloise: The Voice of Kay Thompson and the Art of Hilary Knight (2017), Madeline at 75: The Art of Ludwig Bemelmans (2014), and Heart and Humor: The Picture Book Art of William Steig (2004). Curley earned a PhD in art history from Yale University.

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Upcoming Exhibition

Under the Cork Tree: The Story of Ferdinand

May 9 - November 8, 2026
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Event

Members' Preview for Under the Cork Tree: The Story of Ferdinand

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Be the first to see the new exhibition! Plus, enjoy special hors d’oeuvres, and live music!