Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art

The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art will develop an exhibition celebrating and centering North American Indigenous picture book artists and documenting the chronology of their contributions to children’s literature. With the support of an Indigenous guest curator and an Indigenous Community Advisory Group, the project team will highlight the creativity of Indigenous artists who have been historically marginalized in art museums, children’s publishing, and broader society. Project activities will include research to develop a full chronology of artists; outreach and relationship building with the support of the Community Advisory Group; the development of an innovative exhibition highlighting Indigenous voices; and the implementation of educational programs for multiple audiences. The project will benefit visitors including Indigenous youth and communities, K-12 educators, librarians, and the children’s literature community, and promote Indigenous stories and identities.