Holiday Artists Sale + Open Studios + Popup Show – Day 3

The Children's Art Carnival 62 Hamilton Terrace, New York

Last weekend! Saturday, Sunday December 14th and 15th Noon to 6pm Come to the CAC Holiday Artists Sale and Open Studios to shop for original art, crafts, home goods, and clothes made by local artists.  The CAC workspace artists' studios and Hamilton Heights Darkroom will be open to the public. All guests are welcome to […]

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Holiday Artists Sale + Open Studios + Popup Show – Day 4

The Children's Art Carnival 62 Hamilton Terrace, New York

Last weekend! Saturday, Sunday December 14th and 15th Noon to 6pm Come to the CAC Holiday Artists Sale and Open Studios to shop for original art, crafts, home goods, and clothes made by local artists.  The CAC workspace artists' studios and Hamilton Heights Darkroom will be open to the public. All guests are welcome to […]

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Exhibition Opening: Making Thoughts Become – A Love Letter to Betty

The Children's Art Carnival 62 Hamilton Terrace, New York

Making Thoughts Become A Love Letter to Betty Exhibition Dates February 28 - March 30th  Opening Reception on Friday, February 28, 6-8pm (RSVP) In 1978, Betty Blayton Taylor, the founder of the Children’s Art Carnival, self-published Making Thoughts Become, a handbook for teachers and adults dedicated to “all the children who have or will attend […]

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Opening Reception: Reflections of WEUSI: 1965 to Present

The Children's Art Carnival 62 Hamilton Terrace, New York

Reflections of WEUSI: 1965 to Present Opening Reception: Saturday, April 26, 6:00–8:00 PM This event is open to the public - RSVP Exhibition Dates: April 18 – May 30, 2025 Location: The Children's Art Carnival, 62 Hamilton Terrace, New York, NY 10031 Hamilton Landmark Galleries, 467 West 144th St, New York, NY 10031 This April, the […]

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Film Screening: “WEUSI”

The Children's Art Carnival 62 Hamilton Terrace, New York

Film Screening: "WEUSI” Friday, May 16 6:00 – 8:00 pm Location: The Children's Art Carnival An independently produced documentary film tracing the roots and capturing the creative spark of the WEUSI Artist Collective, including interviews with noted WEUSI Collective members. Artist talk with members Ademola Olugebefola & Dindga McCannon, with Voza Rivers, Producer.  

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Panel Discussion: “WEUSI: Sustaining the legacy of Black Arts Movements, Instruments of Cultural Preservation.”

Hamilton Landmark Galleries 467 West 144th St, New York

Saturday, May 24, 2 to 4 pm Panel Discussion: "WEUSI: Sustaining the legacy of Black Arts Movements, Instruments of Cultural Preservation." at Hamilton Landmark Galleries 467 West 144th St, New York, NY 10031 RSVP About the Discussion: This discussion highlights the importance of diversifying our financial portfolios by investing in our fine art marketplace. These […]

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Closing Reception: Reflections of WEUSI

The Children's Art Carnival 62 Hamilton Terrace, New York

Closing Reception: Reflections of WEUSI 1965-Present Friday, May 30 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. RSVP The Children's Art Carnival 62 Hamilton Terrace, New York, NY 10031 Hamilton Landmark Galleries 467 West 144th St, New York, NY 10031        

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The Rasanblaj Symposium: Decolonizing Y/our Experience Through Art, Performance & Collective Memory – DAY 1

The Children's Art Carnival 62 Hamilton Terrace, New York

OPENING NIGHT – 3-VENUE TOUR Friday, May 30, 2025 | ⏰ 6:00 – 9:00 PM Centro Civico Cultural Dominicano, 619 W 145th St, NY 10031  → Hamilton Landmark Galleries → Children’s Art Carnival 6:00–6:15 PM – Welcome & Grounding: Live music, check-in, light bites @ Centro Civico Cultural Dominicano 6:15–6:25 PM – Land Acknowledgment & […]

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The Rasanblaj Symposium: Decolonizing Y/our Experience Through Art, Performance & Collective Memory – DAY 2

The Children's Art Carnival 62 Hamilton Terrace, New York

Decolonizing Y/our Experience Through Art, Performance & Collective Memory Register Now (Free & open to the public) West Harlem Arts—a partnership between The Children’s Art Carnival and Centro Cívico Cultural Dominicano—is proud to present The Rasanblaj Symposium and Exhibition, a transformative gathering of artists, scholars, and community organizers working to reimagine narratives of identity, belonging, […]

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The Rasanblaj Symposium: Decolonizing Y/our Experience Through Art, Performance & Collective Memory – DAY 3

The Children's Art Carnival 62 Hamilton Terrace, New York

Decolonizing Y/our Experience Through Art, Performance & Collective Memory Register Now (Free & open to the public) West Harlem Arts—a partnership between The Children’s Art Carnival and Centro Cívico Cultural Dominicano—is proud to present The Rasanblaj Symposium and Exhibition, a transformative gathering of artists, scholars, and community organizers working to reimagine narratives of identity, belonging, […]

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Exhibition Opening: STRONGER TOGETHER

The Children's Art Carnival 62 Hamilton Terrace, New York

Exhibition Dates: Friday, June 20th – Sunday, July 20th Gallery Hours: Saturday & Sunday 12:00 – 5:00 pm Opening Reception: Friday, June 20th, 6–8 pm  (RSVP) Featuring artists: Élan Cadiz, Edwin G. Cadiz, and Dr. Sharon M. Cadiz Special Workshops: Saturday, July 12, 1 to 3 pm - Contemporary Self Portraits by Élan Cadiz (Learn more and Register) A […]

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Uptown Art Stroll – CAC Open Studio & Stronger Together Exhibition

The Children's Art Carnival 62 Hamilton Terrace, New York

 The Children's Art Carnival Open Studio  Join us for an inspiring afternoon of art, creativity, and community at The Children’s Art Carnival. Step into the studios of our incredible artists, explore works-in-progress, and experience the power of collective creativity through our featured exhibition Stronger Together. This is a chance to connect with local artists, learn about their […]

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Stronger Together: Contemporary Self Portrait Workshop with Elan Cadiz

The Children's Art Carnival 62 Hamilton Terrace, New York

Stronger Together - Special Workshop Contemporary Self Portrait Workshop with artist Elan Cadiz Open to All Ages Children must be accompanied with an adult (Child drop-off not allowed) Date: Saturday, July 12th Time: 1-3 pm Registration is required: Save your spot today! Suggested $5-10 donation appreciated, or pay-what-you-can Artist and Art Educator, Élan Cadiz, will […]

Free – $10

Exhibition Opening: Seed Bomb

The Children's Art Carnival 62 Hamilton Terrace, New York

Nuclear Disaster, Yasuyo Tanaka Exhibition Dates: Friday, August 1 – Sunday, August 31 Opening Reception: Friday, August 1, 6–8 pm (RSVP) Gallery Hours: Saturday & Sunday 12:00 – 5:00 pm Curated by Yasuyo Tanaka Artists: Blanka Amezkua Michele Brody Noreen Dean Dresser Garry Grant Laura King Eiko Nishida Nazanin Noroozi Tomo Mori Nancy Paredes TAFA Yasuyo […]

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SEED BOMB: Artist Talk 1 with reflections on the 80th Anniversary of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki

The Children's Art Carnival 62 Hamilton Terrace, New York

SEED BOMB: 80th Anniversary of the USA-JAPAN Atomic Bombings. Sowing seeds for the future, to regenerate our polluted Earth. This exhibition showcases artists who explore the themes of war and peace, offering an opportunity to reflect on the common future we all desire, beyond our differences, through their art. Artist Talk Group 1: Wednesday, August […]

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SEED BOMB: Friday Evening Gallery Hour with Origami + Film Screening

The Children's Art Carnival 62 Hamilton Terrace, New York

Join us at the CAC after work or school for a relaxing gallery viewing, complete with snacks and drinks. We will have an Origami table where you can learn how to make a flower and/or a crane. Additionally, you can enjoy screenings of two student films: "A Seed Bomb Story" by Brotherhood Sister Sol and […]

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SEED BOMB: Artist Talk 2 with reflections on NYC & Birthplace of the Manhattan Project

The Children's Art Carnival 62 Hamilton Terrace, New York

SEED BOMB: 80th Anniversary of the USA-JAPAN Atomic Bombings. Sowing seeds for the future, to regenerate our polluted Earth. This exhibition showcases artists who explore the themes of war and peace, offering an opportunity to reflect on the common future we all desire, beyond our differences, through their art. Artist Talk Group 2: Wednesday, August […]

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SEED BOMB: Friday Evening Gallery Hour with Origami + Film Screening

The Children's Art Carnival 62 Hamilton Terrace, New York

Join us at the CAC after work or school for a relaxing gallery viewing, complete with snacks and drinks. We will have an Origami table where you can learn how to make a flower and/or a crane. Additionally, you can enjoy screenings of two student films: "A Seed Bomb Story" by Brotherhood Sister Sol and […]

Free

SEED BOMB: Friday Evening Gallery Hour with Origami + Film Screening

The Children's Art Carnival 62 Hamilton Terrace, New York

Join us at the CAC after work or school for a relaxing gallery viewing, complete with snacks and drinks. We will have an Origami table where you can learn how to make a flower and/or a crane. Additionally, you can enjoy screenings of two student films: "A Seed Bomb Story" by Brotherhood Sister Sol and […]

Free

SEED BOMB: Japanese Paper Dyeing (Shibori) Workshop

The Children's Art Carnival 62 Hamilton Terrace, New York

In this workshop, facilitator Yasuyo Tanaka will introduce Itajime Shibori, a traditional Japanese tie-dye technique that uses paper folding. Participants will learn how to fold Washi paper to create unique patterns and dip the corners in paint. This simple and enjoyable art-making process is suitable for all ages—and everyone will leave with beautiful results. Date: Saturday, […]

Free – $12

SEED BOMB: Friday Evening Gallery Hour with Origami + Film Screening

The Children's Art Carnival 62 Hamilton Terrace, New York

Join us at the CAC after work or school for a relaxing gallery viewing on Fridays, complete with snacks and drinks. We will have an Origami table where you can learn how to make a flower and/or a crane. Additionally, you can enjoy screenings of two student films: "A Seed Bomb Story" by Brotherhood Sister […]

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SEED BOMB: Closing Event + Artist Talk

The Children's Art Carnival 62 Hamilton Terrace, New York

The creations of our 12 artists are like a vibrant mix of seeds in a seed bomb—each one distinct in style and medium, yet collectively they form a powerful and harmonious exhibit. Each piece reflects the individual artist's unique perspective. This show is not just an exhibition; it’s an opportunity to immerse yourself in the […]

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In the Garden of Stitches – An Evening of Crochet, Community and Creativity in the CAC Garden

The Children's Art Carnival 62 Hamilton Terrace, New York

Reception: Friday, September 5 | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Location: Children's Art Carnival, 62 Hamilton Terrace, New York, NY 10031 The CAC Garden (backyard on the ground floor) The Children's Art Carnival cordially invites our neighbors and community friends to a special evening in the CAC Garden—an exhibition featuring works of SEVEN WOMEN crochet […]

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