Past Events

Better late than never! Browse The Carle’s past events.
Sat
May
17
Artists & Authors, For Families

Special Storytime: K. L. Going & Fiona Lee

A joyful ode to moms, their babies, and all the other family members who love them.

Thu
May
15
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
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
For Families

Open Book, Open Play

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

Thu
May
8
Workshops

Exploring Materials: Paper

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

Sun
May
4
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
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
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
Talks & Tours

Spanish Language Exhibition Tour

Visita guiada en español de las exposiciones

Sat
May
3
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
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
Talks & Tours

Gallery Tour

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

Fri
May
2
For Families

Word Play with The Center Dance Studio

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

Tue
Apr
29
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
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
Artists & Authors, For Families

Special Storytime: Raúl Colón

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

Fri
Apr
25
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
For Families

Story Chasers

Embark on a storytelling adventure across the museum.

Fri
Apr
25
For Families

Spring Week

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

Thu
Apr
24
For Families

Musical Petting Zoo

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