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: […]
Day & Time: Tuesdays, 6:00–8:00 PM Class Dates: September: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 October: 7, 14, 21, 28 November: 4, 11, 18, 25 December: 2, 9, 16, 23 Age Group: 16 years and older Cost: General Admission: $12 Donation (Pay What You Wish) Registration is required to participate: Reserve your spot now! About the Facilitator: Early Rudolph Early Rudolph "My talent […]
Join us for an afternoon of exploring watercolor painting without worrying about making a mess at home. In the CAC workshop space, children are free to experiment with vibrant watercolor paints, and parents are welcome to join them in painting. A perfect activity for a playdate, too. Each workshop will introduce a few simple methods […]
Join us for an afternoon of exploring watercolor painting without worrying about making a mess at home. In the CAC workshop space, children are free to experiment with vibrant watercolor paints, and parents are welcome to join them in painting. A perfect activity for a playdate, too. Each workshop will introduce a few simple methods […]
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 […]
The 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month! Class Dates: September 14, 28 October 12, 26 November 9, 23 December 7, 21 Time: 2:00 to 4:00pm Age Group: Teens and Adults Are You Drawing Insecure?? We Gotchu! Think you can’t draw? Well, think again…! This welcoming class for teens and adults is designed for two levels: Level […]
Day & Time: Tuesdays, 6:00–8:00 PM Class Dates: September: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 October: 7, 14, 21, 28 November: 4, 11, 18, 25 December: 2, 9, 16, 23 Age Group: 16 years and older Cost: General Admission: $12 Donation (Pay What You Wish) Registration is required to participate: Reserve your spot now! About the Facilitator: Early Rudolph Early Rudolph "My talent […]
October 18, 12 to 2 pm | Family Photo: Everybody has an old box of photos or negatives of their family members. Students bring in negatives of past and current family and make enlarged prints. Multiple copies can be gifted to others. Online registration is required to participate: Register Now . Upcoming Workshops: September 27 | […]
Day & Time: Tuesdays, 6:00–8:00 PM Class Dates: September: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 October: 7, 14, 21, 28 November: 4, 11, 18, 25 December: 2, 9, 16, 23 Age Group: 16 years and older Cost: General Admission: $12 Donation (Pay What You Wish) Registration is required to participate: Reserve your spot now! About the Facilitator: Early Rudolph Early Rudolph "My talent […]
Date: Thursday, October 23, 2025, 4:30–6:00 pm Instructor: Dionis Ortiz Location: The Children’s Art Carnival, 62 Hamilton Terrace, NYC Cost: FREE (donation appreciated!) Summary: This mixed-level drawing workshop centers truth, dignity, and joy—countering the distorted media narratives often placed on Black girls and women. Guided by artist-educator Dionis Ortiz, participants will learn three accessible techniques—blind contour, contour, and […]
Facilitated by: Jennifer Ivey and Deborah Singletary Saturday, October 25th 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Location: The Children's Art Carnival All ages welcome (children must be accompanied by an adult; no drop-offs)! Step into the world of creative expression in this hands-on workshop! Design and craft your very own unique mask—ideal for theater, cultural celebrations, or […]
The 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month! Class Dates: September 14, 28 October 12, 26 November 9, 23 December 7, 21 Time: 2:00 to 4:00pm Age Group: Teens and Adults Are You Drawing Insecure?? We Gotchu! Think you can’t draw? Well, think again…! This welcoming class for teens and adults is designed for two levels: Level […]
Day & Time: Tuesdays, 6:00–8:00 PM Class Dates: September: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 October: 7, 14, 21, 28 November: 4, 11, 18, 25 December: 2, 9, 16, 23 Age Group: 16 years and older Cost: General Admission: $12 Donation (Pay What You Wish) Registration is required to participate: Reserve your spot now! About the Facilitator: Early Rudolph Early Rudolph "My talent […]
Reimagine your younger self with artist Kephera Ife—craft paper-doll portraits that celebrate Black girlhood and joy. Date: Wednesday, October 29, 2025, 4:30–6:00 pm Instructor: Kephera Ife Location: The Children’s Art Carnival (CAC), 62 Hamilton Terrace, New York, NY 10031 Cost: Free (donation appreciated!) Registration is required to participate: REGISTER Join artist Kephera Ife for “Picture Yourself,” a […]
Explore the Art of Cyanotype Printing! Cyanotype is a 150-year-old photographic process that creates stunning Prussian blue images. Join Harlem native and multimedia artist Dionis Ortiz for a hands-on workshop where beginners will make their first cyanotype prints, while experienced participants can experiment with painting directly using cyanotype solution. Walk away with a collection of […]
Day & Time: Tuesdays, 6:00–8:00 PM Class Dates: September: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 October: 7, 14, 21, 28 November: 4, 11, 18, 25 December: 2, 9, 16, 23 Age Group: 16 years and older Cost: General Admission: $12 Donation (Pay What You Wish) Registration is required to participate: Reserve your spot now! About the Facilitator: Early Rudolph Early Rudolph "My talent […]
Join us for an afternoon of exploring watercolor painting without worrying about making a mess at home. In the CAC workshop space, children are free to experiment with vibrant watercolor paints, and parents are welcome to join them in painting. A perfect activity for a playdate, too. Each workshop will introduce a few simple methods […]
Join us for an afternoon of exploring watercolor painting without worrying about making a mess at home. In the CAC workshop space, children are free to experiment with vibrant watercolor paints, and parents are welcome to join them in painting. A perfect activity for a playdate, too. Each workshop will introduce a few simple methods […]
The 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month! Class Dates: September 14, 28 October 12, 26 November 9, 23 December 7, 21 Time: 2:00 to 4:00pm Age Group: Teens and Adults Are You Drawing Insecure?? We Gotchu! Think you can’t draw? Well, think again…! This welcoming class for teens and adults is designed for two levels: Level […]
Day & Time: Tuesdays, 6:00–8:00 PM Class Dates: September: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 October: 7, 14, 21, 28 November: 4, 11, 18, 25 December: 2, 9, 16, 23 Age Group: 16 years and older Cost: General Admission: $12 Donation (Pay What You Wish) Registration is required to participate: Reserve your spot now! About the Facilitator: Early Rudolph Early Rudolph "My talent […]
November 15, 12 to 2 pm | Darkroom Open Printing: Students can print what they like. They can print photograms again or combine enlarged negatives with objects for unique photographs. Students who attend two or more of these workshops begin to see the potential of creating art in a traditional darkroom. Online registration is required to […]
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 […]
Dance with Color: a rhythmic exploration. Adults dance, visually inspired by music, using paint. Participants use visual cues to gather the essence of each personal masterpiece, walking away proudly with it. This session is the eve of Aleathia's birthday. A cake, Toast, and Art Novelties are available for purchase for the giving season. Workshop Dates: […]
Day & Time: Tuesdays, 6:00–8:00 PM Class Dates: September: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 October: 7, 14, 21, 28 November: 4, 11, 18, 25 December: 2, 9, 16, 23 Age Group: 16 years and older Cost: General Admission: $12 Donation (Pay What You Wish) Registration is required to participate: Reserve your spot now! About the Facilitator: Early Rudolph Early Rudolph "My talent […]