Summer Nights at The Carle At The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art Celebrating Chinese art and culture.
Enjoy an extra special evening at The Carle with art, music, dancing, and food! As part of Summer at The Carle, every Thursday in July and August we provide evening access to the entire museum—from the Galleries and Art Studio to The Carle Bookshop and Bobbie’s Meadow. On this very special evening, we welcome our community partner Chinese Association of Western Massachusetts (CAWM) to offer a medley of activities celebrating Chinese art and culture in conjunction with our exhibition currently on view, The Art of Grace Lin: Meeting a Friend in an Unexpected Place.
Please help us keep this calendar up to date! If this activity is sold out, canceled, or otherwise needs alteration, email mindy@kidsoutandabout.com so we can update it immediately. If you have a question about the activity itself, please contact the organization administrator listed below.
Art projects in the Art Studio include calligraphy and origami, while performances include:
- Kung Fu with The Chinese Kung Fu Wushu Academy: The Chinese Kung Fu Wushu Academy is actively involved in the local community, and its young students are not only dedicated learners but also outstanding performers who bring energy and spirit to every stage.
- Traditional Chinese Dance with the Xi Wang Dance Company: In addition to their training, Xi Wang Dance Company students actively participate in community performances, dance competitions, and theater productions, gaining valuable stage experience and sharing the beauty of Chinese dance with the wider community.
- Waist Drum Dance with the Chinese Association of Western Massachusetts: Waist drum dance is a traditional Chinese folk art with a history of over 2,000 years. Performers wear a drum around their waist and create lively, rhythmic beats with drumsticks as they dance. Known for its energetic movements and powerful drumming, this performance brings both spirit and tradition to life.
Performances will take place in the courtyard. Bring your own blankets or lawn chairs, enjoy your picnic in Bobbie’s Meadow or The Carle Café, or sample Chinese food from a local caterer, available while they last.
Summer Nights at The Carle is made possible through the generous support of Greenfield Savings Bank.
*Times, dates, and prices of any activity posted to our calendars are subject to change. Please be sure to click through directly to the organization’s website to verify.
Organization:
The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book ArtLocation:
125 West Bay Road
Amherst, MA, 01002United States
See map: Google Maps
Phone:
4135596300Contact name:
Sandy Soderberg
Email address:
Dates:
07/17/2025
Time:
4 - 8 pm
Price:
Free with Museum Admission
Ages
Adults & kids togetherWeb Service