The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art, which opened in 2002 and is housed in a 44,000 sq. ft contemporary building, preserves and exhibits picture book art from around the world. The Museum's exhibits feature the work of Eric Carle as well as the art of other renowned picture book artists. In addition, the Museum features weekly storytimes for children, and presents lectures, painting workshops, teacher training, outreach programs, and other events.

 
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Family Review of Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art

Away Travel Expert: Steve Jermanok
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FamilyExpert Rating 4.0 out of 5 Recommended for:
Children aged 0 - 2 , 3 - 5 and 6 - 12
FamilyExpert Tips & Helpful Hints
  • Ask about the Storytime Program, readings on different days throughout the week.
  • Meet beloved characters from children's books throughout the year; check the museum's website, www.picturebookart.org, for who will be appearing and when.
  • There are theatrical performances and art classes for children of all ages, so you can return again and again.

Address:
125 West Bay Road
Amherst, Massachusetts 01002
Parking: 10am to 4pm Tu-Sat; 12pm-4pm Sun
Price: $7 adults; $5 seniors, students, teachers, ages 1-18; $20 family; free for members and children under 1

Visitor Information


Telephone Number: (413) 658-1100
Website: http://www.picturebookart.org/
Email: info@picturebookart.org
Transportation: 38 and 39 Bus; free Five College bus service during the school year
Price Information: $7 adults; $5 seniors, students, teachers, ages 1-18; $20 family; free for members and children under 1
The details, dates, and prices mentioned here were accurate at the time of publication.

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