The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art

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

Melissa Sweet will read from Goldfinches by Mary Oliver and give a drawing demo, inviting attendees to draw birds and create their own field guides.

Embark on a storytelling adventure across the museum.

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

Story Chasers Embark on a storytelling adventure across the museum. SAT

Braille Storytime with Mary Westgate Join us for this interactive storytime featuring singing, musical instruments, and braille books! SAT APR

Special Storytime with Esmé Shapiro

Open Book, Open Play

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?! THU APR

The Barbara Elleman Research Library Lecture: Alvina Ling Celebrate the vital role of research, creativity, and scholarship in children’s literature. WED APR

Picture Books from Brazil: Bilingual Storytimes Enjoy this special bilingual storytime in English and Portuguese. FRI 1 11am - 12pm FOR FAMILIES Word Play with The Center Dance Studio Bring your dancing feet for creative movement inspired by picture books. THU

CLICK! Bilingual Storytimes Enjoy bilingual storytimes of books featured in the exhibition CLICK! Photographers Make Picture Books. SUN

Once Upon a Picture Book As part of The Carle After Dark join us for live music, and more! FRI

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

Onsite workshop. May 19, 2026 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm EST.