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.

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

Upcoming Carter Playdate Events

Carter Playdate: Let’s Get Together

Saturday, November 21, 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
A smiling medium-skinned toddler-aged child plays in the Carter's Atrium.

Carter Playdate: Artists Assemble

Saturday, December 19, 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Two Black children use glue sticks and construction paper to make art in the Carter's Atrium.

Carter Playdate: Positive/Negative

Saturday, January 16, 2027, 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
A White adult and child work on an art project together in a Carter gallery.

Carter Playdate: An Orange Orange

Saturday, February 20, 2027, 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
A Black child is focused on making artwork at a table in the Carter's Atrium.

Carter Playdate: Hot and Cold

Saturday, March 20, 2027, 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Three medium-skinned children make art on the floor of a Carter gallery.

Carter Playdate: Shovel Squad

Saturday, April 17, 2027, 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Two Black children make art at a table in the Carter's Family Pop-Up space.