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Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art
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5 reviews for Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art
We were all once children, and our world was incredible; filled with the fantastic and the imaginary. It is for this very reason Eric Carle Museum exists to showcase the art that has brings the imagination of those young and old to life.
I attended Hampshire College and would often come here during times of high stress. I would often shamelessly go and sit in the children's art room and make art. The people didn't blink an eye to a college kid struggling to sit comfortably in a kid-sized seat doing childrens art projects.
Not only is it the only museum dedicated to Picture Book Art, it is also one of most beautiful and unique museums in the country. If you are in the area or going to college in the area this is an absolute MUST VISIT. Be sure to pop around the corner to Atkin's for cider donuts and cider.
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The Eric Carle is really cute, fun, and full of awesome memories. The problem is that it is really small and therefore not worth the money. It is sort of an in and out place for adults, as there are only three or four rooms. They have a lot of fun, crafty activities for children. The four year olds I babysat enjoyed the activities, not so much the pictures. The gift shop, however, is fantastic.
This place is awesome even if you don't have kids of your own. They had exhibits of Eric Carle's artwork, Dr. Seuss, and other great children's books. They also have a wonderful auditorium where they put on free shows (when we went it was an electric cellist).
The gift shop is awesome as well since they have all these beautiful little things that you just have to get/add to your wishlist. And, if you do have children with you, the art room is so cool. They have people in there to help the kids get stuff/make stuff and there is a lot of space for their brains to create great pictures.
Definite must see no matter how old you are.
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The Eric Carle Museum is a fun place to stop by if you're in the area. It's a small museum with a couple galleries feature children's book illustrations, most notably Eric Carles. They have fun little activities like a scavenger hunt list to check off as you view the pictures (like find the 3 dancing mice, etc) and also an art room where you can create your own art! They also have a great gift shop (with totally affordable and cute stuff...not too common in museum shops) and also a cafeteria with chocolate chip cookes with a bite taken out by a very hungry caterpillar. A great museum for both kids and adults.
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If you love children's books, if you love the Hungry, Hungry Caterpillar or if you love the illustrations by Leo Lionne you have to see this museum. Admissions is fairly inexpensive and if you have a student ID, you do get a discount. The artwork is incredible and is so rich in texture. I'm not an expert in art, but I was totally inspired and in awe of what I saw. The best part is they have a room that you can go into and make your own artwork using various materials, like paint, tissue paper, etc...
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