Carter Playdate

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

Carter Playdate is a monthly program 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

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

Upcoming Carter Playdate Events

Carter Playdate: Tall Tales

Saturday, May 18, 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
A child paints an object on a table in the Carter's Atrium.

Carter Playdate: Sink or Swim?

Saturday, June 15, 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
A smiling child sits on mats on the floor in a Carter gallery.

Carter Playdate: Puppet Show

Saturday, July 20, 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Children make art at a table in the Carter's Atrium.

Carter Playdate: Loving the Land

Saturday, August 17, 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Children and adults sit on the floor of a Carter gallery around a pretend campfire listening to an educator.

Carter Playdate: Time Capsule

Saturday, September 21, 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
An adult and two children make art at a table in the Carter's Atrium.