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Visitor tip
Don't miss the interactive digital drawing room where kids can sketch, scan their artwork, and watch it come to life as an animated character on the projection screen - it's a highlight that consistently delights visitors.
Visitor tip
Take advantage of the outdoor children's book character statues surrounding the museum and explore the nearby downtown sculpture walk and Abilene's boutique shops to extend your visit into a full afternoon outing.
Visitor tip
Book a school tour (available both in-person and virtually) to gain deeper insight into the featured author/illustrator's original artwork and get guided context on the exhibits rather than exploring independently.
About National Center for Children's Illustrated Literature
Playful museum exhibiting artwork made by celebrated children's book illustrators.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Children's Museum
- Focus
- Children's illustrated literature and art
- Interactive Features
- Hands-on art activities, creative workshops, interactive storytelling
- Membership
- Yes — includes free admission and exclusive programming
What visitors say
Fantastic art displays and the gallery for the paintings from the kiddos from the elementary schools is a wonderful addition. They have a room off to the side that has a projector where you can do a drawing, scan it and it comes to…
Oh my gooodness this park and the sculpture walk was awesome. We were in town on a misty/rainy day. There were a few groups of people out enjoying the sculptures at the park and strolling the streets. Abilene downtown has a neat feel.…
A really nice little (free) museum not to be missed! It spotlights a children's book writer/artist with original art. The bookstore is wonderful too! There are also b/w photos of previous spotlighted writers. There are also really great…
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Did You Know?
- Features an interactive digital art experience where visitors can draw artwork, scan it, and watch it come to life as an animated character projected on a screen
- Offers both in-person and virtual school tours, making children's literature education accessible to students regardless of location
- Maintains rotating exhibits spotlighting individual children's book illustrators with their original artwork on display
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