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Past Events

Better late than never! Browse The Carle’s past events.
Thu
May
15
Assortment of books from the BERL collection
Talks & Tours

Explore the BERL

Take a morning tour exploring the Barbara Elleman Research Library (BERL), a collection of scholarly resources and rare books. Space is limited.

Sat
May
10
Illustration of Tomie dePaola and friends sitting outside at a long table eating pasta.
Artists & Authors, Talks & Tours

The Barbara Elleman Research Library (BERL) Lecture: Barbara McClintock

Award-winning artist Barbara McClintock will present the 13th annual BERL Lecture.

Fri
May
9
Kids on rug smiling and moving as they look at book.
For Families

Open Book, Open Play

Move, sing, talk, and explore materials during this interactive storytime for early learners.

Thu
May
8
A colorful pile of collage papers with different textures and patterns on them.
Workshops

Exploring Materials: Paper

Collage, sculpture, wearable art, and more! Celebrate the creative possibilities of paper. 

Sun
May
4
Three panels showing a caterpillar turning into a butterfly.
Artists & Authors, For Families

Special Storytime: Andy Chou Musser and Ben Clanton

Get ready for an interactive storytime and doodletime with Andy Chou Musser and Ben Clanton!

Sun
May
4
Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! logo
For Families

Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! The Musical at The Academy of Music

Would you let The Pigeon drive the bus? 

Sat
May
3
model walking in Great Hall
Performances

PlayDate Fashion Show

PlayDate is a fashion show that explores the radical power of play and joy throughout different life stages. 

Sat
May
3
Photograph of gallery showing framed art and graphics.
Talks & Tours

Spanish Language Exhibition Tour

Visita guiada en español de las exposiciones

Sat
May
3
illustration of children walking on a farm
Artists & Authors, For Families

Special Storytime: Ruth and Whitney Sanderson

Join mother/daughter team Ruth and Whitney Sanderson for an interactive storytime featuring their new board books, Good Morning Farm Animals and Good Night Farm Animals.

Fri
May
2
model walking in Great Hall
Performances

PlayDate Fashion Show

PlayDate is a fashion show that explores the radical power of play and joy throughout different life stages. 

Fri
May
2
Two Museum guests look at art.
Talks & Tours

Gallery Tour

Join Museum Educator David Feinstein for a tour of the galleries.

Fri
May
2
Photo of children outside dancing alongside instructor.
For Families

Word Play with The Center Dance Studio

Bring your dancing feet for creative movement inspired by picture books.

Tue
Apr
29
Cover illustration showing a girl holding a lantern, a stone gate, and a dragon.
Artists & Authors, Online, Talks & Tours

Virtual Classroom Visit with Grace Lin

(Webinar is full) Elementary classrooms (grades 3-6) will enjoy a virtual author visit with Grace Lin as she talks about her new book,The Gate, the Girl, and the Dragon, a gorgeously illustrated adventure story about duty, love, and balance (pre-order/purchase of book required).

Sat
Apr
26
A boy and his abuela cook together in the kitchen, with a cat watching nearby.
Artists & Authors, For Families

Special Storytime: Ilan Stavans

A boy and his Abuela are making bourekas, and Abuela is using words from the Ladino language that the boy is eager to learn.

Sat
Apr
26
A man selling peanuts on the street tips his hat and smiles up at a young girl looking out a window.
Artists & Authors, For Families

Special Storytime: Raúl Colón

A personal and heartfelt portrait of displacement and looking for connection. ~ Booklist

Fri
Apr
25
A young girl sits at a table writing in a notebook, surrounded by trees, a house and a dinosaur wearing a pink tutu.
Artists & Authors, For Families

Special Storytime: Heidi E.Y. Stemple

An inspiring and funny look at how a writer became a writer.

Fri
Apr
25
Child pointing at book held by Carle educator.
For Families

Story Chasers

Embark on a storytelling adventure across the museum.

Fri
Apr
25
Picture of The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art
For Families

Spring Week

(10 am - 4 pm) A free day at The Carle, thanks to the Highland Street Foundation!

Thu
Apr
24
Animals playing instruments outside a circus tent, with the words "Come and learn about the orchestra!" displayed below them.
For Families

Musical Petting Zoo

Hear, experience, and even play instruments of the Springfield Symphony Orchestra!

Wed
Apr
23
Illustration of girl floating through space.
Artists & Authors, For Families, Workshops

In the Art Studio with Raúl Colón: Colored Pencil Creations

Join artist Raúl Colón for an interactive demonstration where we will play with colors by layering them into textures!