Programs & Events

Search the calendar below for special upcoming programs and events, or see past events.

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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

Watch short films 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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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

Child reaching up to catch leaves
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Special Storytime with Kari Percival

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Celebrate autumn as Kari Percival shares her new book Fall Day All Day.

Abstract painted colors.
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Color Quest 1: The Power of Color

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Come experiment with the power of color through activities and art making! 

Abstract artwork
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Members' Celebration of Eric Carle's Modernist Inspirations

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Enjoy special hors d’oeuvres, and live music!

All Events

Fri
Oct
30
Child pointing at book held by Carle educator.
11 - 11:45am
  • For Families

Story Chasers

Embark on a storytelling adventure across the museum.

Fri
Nov
6
Wed
Nov
11
illustration of forest animals dressed for winter, gathered at night
11 - 11:30am
  • Artists & Authors
  • For Families

Special Storytime: Astrid Sheckels

Join author/illustrator Astrid Sheckels as she reads her latest picture book, the long-awaited Hector Fox and the Snowy Surprise, answers questions, and does a drawing demonstration.

Fri
Nov
13
Kids on rug smiling and moving as they look at book.
11 - 11:45am
  • For Families

Open Book, Open Play

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

Fri
Nov
20
Fri
Dec
4
Fri
Dec
11
Kids on rug smiling and moving as they look at book.
11 - 11:45am
  • For Families

Open Book, Open Play

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