The Stark Museum of Art invites you to experience “Childhood Classics” before it closes on Saturday, July 12. This beloved exhibition, which celebrates the rich history of children’s book illustration, offers a rare opportunity to see original artworks from illustrators whose creations have shaped the imaginations of generations of readers.
“Childhood Classics” showcases the illustrations behind some of the most cherished children’s books, from early 20th century pen-and-ink drawings by Sarah Noble Ives to the modern digital creations of Mo Willems. Featured in the exhibit are original works from renowned artists such as Dr. Seuss, Maurice Sendak’s “Where the Wild Things Are,” Garth Williams’ “Stuart Little” and beloved characters like Babar, Eloise and The Cat in the Hat. This exploration of children’s literature reflects both the timeless nature of these stories and the historical context in which they were created.
“’Childhood Classics’ has resonated deeply with visitors of all ages. It’s been a joy to watch families, educators and book lovers connect with the artwork behind the stories that shaped generations. We encourage everyone to take this final opportunity to experience these timeless illustrations before the exhibition closes,” said Jennifer Dickinson, director, Stark Museum of Art.
In addition, the exhibition includes special additions from “The Poky Little Puppy” by Orange, TX native Janette Sebring Lowrey and “The Silver Dollar,” both from The Kerlan Collection of Children’s Literature at the University of Minnesota, available exclusively at the Stark Museum of Art.
Curated by Lee Cohen and Lois Sarkisian in collaboration with Landau Traveling Exhibitions, “Childhood Classics” is a unique journey through the artwork of classic illustrators such as Rosemary Wells, Richard Scarry, Arnold Lobel and Hilary Knight. Cohen and Sarkisian, founders of the online gallery Art Kandy, have spent more than a quarter of a century collecting, writing and lecturing on the art of children’s book illustrations, helping to introduce these masterpieces to new generations of art lovers.
For more information about the Stark Museum of Art, visit www.starkmuseum.org.
The Stark Museum of Art is located at 712 Green Avenue in downtown Orange, Texas and open Wednesday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is free of charge.
Social Media