Carter Playdate

Two toddlers play with colored string on the floor of a gallery.

Carter Playdate is a monthly event for children ages 3 to 5 and their favorite grown-up. Explore artworks together each month with themed explorations of our galleries, a storytime that connects to the artworks we see, and a fun art-making activity you can do together.

American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation may be provided during this event upon advance request.

Carter Playdate Book Club

Love the stories we read during Carter Playdate? Make them a part of your home library! The Museum Shop offers a selection of books that are sure to become favorites.

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Our family events offer playful experimentation and unique opportunities for all families.

Upcoming Carter Playdate Events

Carter Playdate: Shapes in the Dark

Saturday, December 21, 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Children in a Carter galley make artwork at a table; one of them hold up his work to show.

Carter Playdate: Spread the Word

Saturday, January 18, 2025, 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
A child cuts and glues colorful paper to make artwork in the Carter Atrium.

Carter Playdate: Printing Portraits

Saturday, February 15, 2025, 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
An adult and child make art together at a table in the Carter's Family Pop-Up space.

Carter Playdate: On the Job

Saturday, March 15, 2025, 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Two children sit on the floor of a Carter gallery making artwork with sheets of paper.

Carter Playdate: Jump and Shout

Saturday, April 19, 2025, 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
A child plays with blue building blocks on the Carter's porch.