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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.

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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 2pm on Sundays.

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Special Events

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Artists & Authors
For Families
Performances

Solstice Spells: Game Night with Dungeon Delvers and Tarot Card Readings


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Step into the magic of the night and join us for The Carle After Dark event series!

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For Families
Performances

Little Kid Flicks Age 5+ (New York International Children's Film Festival)


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Whether searching for the perfect pancake or interviewing a crocodile, these shorts are sure to enchant and delight all audiences (but especially our youngest!)

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For Families
Performances

Big Kid Flicks Age 8+ (New York International Children's Film Festival)


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Big Kid Flicks is full of challenges big and small. With obstacles like training for the paralympics and selling ties across the countryside, this program is full of vibrancy and adventure.

All Events

Thu
Feb
12
Cover of Ling and Ting's Lunar New Year Two Times Lucky by Grace Lin
1 - 1:45pm
  • Artists & Authors
  • Online
  • Talks & Tours

Virtual Classroom Visit with Grace Lin

In this interactive virtual author visit for elementary school readers, award-winning and bestselling author Grace Lin will explain and share the customs of the Lunar New Year and its food (pre-order/purchase of book required)!

Sat
Feb
14
Thu
Mar
12
Sun
Mar
29
Fri
Apr
10
Sat
Apr
18
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.