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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
The Colored Girls Museum × The Children’s Art Carnival First Time Ever I Saw Your Face Harlem Exhibition Dates: September 26 – November 2, 2025 Opening Reception: Friday, September 26, from 6 to 8 pm (RSVP) Location: The Children's Art Carnival, 62 Hamilton Terrace, New York, NY 10031 https://youtu.be/816dK-lERK4 First Time Ever I Saw Your Face is […]
The Colored Girls Museum × The Children’s Art Carnival First Time Ever I Saw Your Face Harlem Join The Children’s Art Carnival and The Colored Girls Museum for a conversation with participating artists about creating intimate portraits. Artist Talk: Saturday, October 4, 4 to 6 pm (RSVP) Exhibition Dates: September 26 – November 2, 2025 Location: […]
Join us for a special evening celebrating National Day of the Girl with poetry, spoken word, and reflections from local teens. Hosted by Radhiyah Ayobami, the night uplifts youth voices through featured performances and an open mic. After an exhibition viewing of First Time Ever I Saw Your Face, we’ll continue into the backyard for an evening of inspiration […]
Opening Reception: November 15, 2025, 4 pm to 7 pm. Register with Donation Etched in Time considers how identity, memories, and ambitions intersect in the creation of art. This exhibition will explore the complexities of time as told through the eyes of our artists, primarily composed of migrants and folks experiencing housing insecurity. We beg […]
Children's Art Carnival's Annual Fundraising Soirée: Experience Power of Art & Community. Join us for Children's Art Carnival's Annual Fundraising Soirée: Experience Power of Art & Community — an unforgettable evening of creativity, culture, and connection! Experience and participate in a live printmaking, indulge in a curated wine tasting, and enjoy refined hors d'oeuvres while mingling with art lovers and change-makers. The […]
Don’t miss this exclusive weekend event! Explore a unique collection of original, handcrafted ceramics, jewelry, knitwear, and more by talented local artists. Plus, take the opportunity to witness the creativity and skill of CAC studio artists as they showcase their latest works and artistic processes. Free Holiday card-making table on the 3rd floor. CAC Studio […]
Don’t miss this exclusive weekend event! Explore a unique collection of original, handcrafted ceramics, jewelry, knitwear, and more by talented local artists. Plus, take the opportunity to witness the creativity and skill of CAC studio artists as they showcase their latest works and artistic processes. Free Holiday card-making table on the 3rd floor. From 1 […]
Co-Curated by Dionis Ortiz and Jannette Jwahir Exhibition Dates: February 28 - March 29 Opening Reception: Friday, March 6, 6 to 8 pm (RSVP) Location: The Children's Art Carnival Gallery, 62 Hamilton Terrace, New York, NY 10031 A Love Letter to Betty, the 2nd annual Alumni Exhibition honors the enduring legacy of the Carnival's founder, […]
Naming the Wound & Breaking the Spell: Seeing, Telling the Truth, and Dismantling What Harms Presented by: West Harlem Arts Exhibition 2026, a collaboration of the Centro Cívico Cultural Dominicano and Children's Art Carnival (CAC), in participation with Women Healing and Empowering Women’s (WHEW) Beah Ripple Movement Exhibition Dates: April 17 – May 11, 2026 Opening Reception: Friday, April 24, […]
Symposium Program: Saturday, April 25, 2026 12:00 - 6:00pm (Guests to dress in white on this day) The April 25 symposium will feature a keynote address by Busi Peters-Maughn, Founder of Women Healing and Empowering Women (WHEW). The program will also include conversations with community organizations La Morada, a mutual-aid kitchen and Oaxacan restaurant in […]
June 27, 2026 | 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM Wallach Kids: A Closer Look with Tomo Mori, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Wallach Talks: Children’s Art Carnival in Harlem: The Making of Contemporary Artists.
Opening Reception, Friday, July 10, 6–8 PM. Still Here: Harlem Eternal is a multimedia exhibition honoring the people, histories, and cultural legacy of Harlem through photography, poetry, visual art, and film.
Join exhibition curator Souleo to discover the role of music in the Children’s Art Carnival studio spaces and hear exhibition artists share their memories of the Children’s Art Carnival past and present. This event features recollections by artists Élan Cadiz, Dindga McCannon, and Ademola Olugebefola and a special live performance by Vanisha Gould.