The beginning of the school year is just around the corner! At the Amon Carter Museum of American Art (the Carter), even the youngest scholars can learn about American art this fall. The Carter offers free monthly events designed for children up to 5 years old and their families: Itty-Bitty Art, Toddler Studio, and Carter Playdate. Families can also get creative together during our Family Workshops, designed for ages 6 to 12. During our Family Events this fall, children of all ages can tap into their creativity, learn about American art in an interactive museum setting, and create unique artworks inspired by the Carter’s collection and exhibitions.
Back to School at the Carter
Family Events
Free, but reservations are required
Family Workshops are a quarterly program designed for children 6 to 12 years old and their favorite adults. Each Family Workshop encourages creativity through a themed gallery experience before participants work together as a family to create a work of art inspired by the Carter’s collection and exhibitions.
Itty-Bitty Art is a monthly program for children 24 months and younger with their favorite adult. During this free event, learn tips and tricks for enhancing curiosity and imagination using the Carter’s collection and exhibitions as inspiration.
Toddler Studio is a monthly program for toddlers (ages 2 to 3 years old) and their favorite grown-up. Led by Museum staff, toddlers and adults will connect to art through gallery games, playtime, and sensory learning.
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.