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Daily Happenings

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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.

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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 2:00 pm on Sundays.

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Special Events

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For Families
Performances

Sunset Thursdays


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Enjoy a late evening at The Carle full of nature, art, and music!

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Artists & Authors
For Families

Special Storytime: Regina Linke


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From the creator of the beloved webcomic The Oxherd Boy, comes this dazzling, gorgeously illustrated picture book about a little boy who learns he is big enough to do big things. 

All Events

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Thu
Dec
11
Close up of hands working with collage materials, papers, pencils, tape, and glue.
6 - 8pm
Artists & Authors
Workshops

Back to Basics: Joy with Cut Loose Collage Workshops

Join local collage artist Michael Sjostedt and rediscover the simple joy of artmaking.  

Thu
Mar
12
Several kitchen utensils on a collage painted paper
6 - 8pm
Workshops

Exploring Materials: Printmaking

Print, layer, and assemble a series of playful culinary-themed artworks!

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.