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Daily Happenings

child making art

Explore new materials and make art together in our light-filled Art Studio! All ages are welcome to create an Everyday Art Project inspired by our current exhibition.

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Film Screenings

Short films are screened in our Auditorium, including animated versions of picture book stories and family-friendly documentaries about illustrators. Several different films are shown each day.

adult holding a book while two kids point at the pages

You’re invited to come move, sing, play, and learn about the art and design of picture books. Join us at 11am Wednesday through Friday; 11am and 2pm on Saturdays, and 2pm on Sundays.

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Special Events

Picture of The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art
For Families

Winter Camp: Free Admission Day at The Carle


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

Illustration of pots and pans.
Artists & Authors
For Families
Performances

Splashes and Spells


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As part of The Carle After Dark join us for an evening of live music and alchemy-inspired creations.

Visitors in the museum walking next to The Very Hungry Caterpillar costume.
For Families

Very Hungry Caterpillar Day


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Celebrate Very Hungry Caterpillar Day at The Carle!  Become a Museum Member today and join us for an exclusive Caterpillar Pancake Party the morning of.

Collaged letters that spell BERL.
Artists & Authors
Talks & Tours

The Barbara Elleman Research Library Lecture: Alvina Ling


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This annual event for all picture book enthusiasts celebrates the study of this beloved art form and the vital role of research. creativity, and scholarship in children’s literature.

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Sat
Apr
11
Sun
Apr
12
Sat
Apr
18
Wed
Apr
22
Robin and the Stick Spread
11 - 11:30am
  • Artists & Authors
  • For Families

Special Storytime: E.B. Goodale

Readers of all ages will be able to relate to Robin’s curiosity and love of sticks…who doesn’t love a good stick?!

Fri
Apr
24
Child pointing at book held by Carle educator.
11 - 11:45am
  • For Families

Story Chasers

Embark on a storytelling adventure across the museum.

Sat
Apr
25
Amberk Akin PATY
2 - 2:30pm
  • Artists & Authors

Special Storytime: Amber Akin

Join illustrator, Amber Akin, for a reading of her debut graphic novel, Penny and the Yeti and a fantastical drawing activity!

Sun
Apr
26
Fri
May
8
Tue
May
19
view of the Museum from Bobbie's Meadow
6 - 8pm
  • Workshops

Exploring Materials: Mark-Making in Nature!

Discover how simple marks can spark big creativity! In this outdoor workshop, we’ll explore the power of mark-making as a tool for self-expression, motor skill development, and creative exploration in children.

Fri
Jul
17