• Easy! Watercolor – PACK IT!

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

    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 […]

    $5 – $7

    National Day of the Girl – Poetry Night

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

    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 […]

    Free

    Drawing for People Who Think They Can’t Draw

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

    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 […]

    Free – $12

    Clay Workshop: Hand-Building for Beginners

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

    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 […]

    $12

    Family Photos by Hamilton Heights Darkroom

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

    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 | […]

    $12

    Clay Workshop: Hand-Building for Beginners

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

    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 […]

    $12

    Portraits As You Are, For Who You Are

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

    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 […]

    Free

    Mask Making Workshop

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

    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 […]

    $12

    Drawing for People Who Think They Can’t Draw

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

    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 […]

    Free – $12

    Clay Workshop: Hand-Building for Beginners

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

    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 […]

    $12

    Picture yourself: Let’s build ourselves up!

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

    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 […]

    Free
  • From Blueprint to Brushstroke | PRESS & PULL | FALL 2025

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

    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 […]

    $12

    Clay Workshop: Hand-Building for Beginners

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

    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 […]

    $12

    Easy! Watercolor – The Autumn Leaves 1:30pm

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

    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 […]

    $5 – $7

    Easy! Watercolor – The Autumn Leaves – 3pm

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

    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 […]

    $5 – $7

    Drawing for People Who Think They Can’t Draw

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

    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 […]

    Free – $12

    Clay Workshop: Hand-Building for Beginners

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

    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 […]

    $12

    Darkroom Open Printing by Hamilton Heights Darkroom

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

    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 […]

    $12

    Opening Reception Etched in Time by The Unframed Arts Collective

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

    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 […]

    $5 – $50

    Clay Workshop: Hand-Building for Beginners

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

    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 […]

    $12

    Silkscreening Workshop | PRESS & PULL | FALL 2025

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

    Unleash your creativity with our beginner friendly silk screening workshop! Perfect for crafters or anyone interested in the arts- this class will teach you easy DIY techniques to create your designs on fabric, paper, or other surfaces! Experiment with colors, patterns, and textures to create unique, personalized prints to take home. No experience necessary - […]

    $12

    Drawing for People Who Think They Can’t Draw

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

    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 […]

    Free – $12

    The Artist’s Voice: A (Virtual) Writing Clinic for Creatives

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

    The Artist’s Voice is a monthly two-hour writing clinic where artists receive hands-on support in creating and editing documents. The Artist’s Voice: A Writing Clinic for Creatives Description: The Artist’s Voice is a monthly two-hour writing clinic where artists receive hands-on support in creating and editing documents essential for their careers, ensuring they leave with improved […]

    $12
  • Clay Workshop: Hand-Building for Beginners

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

    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 (canceled) 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 […]

    $12