Family Storytime
Stories, movement, songs, and our most fun activities. Come ready to move, laugh, and learn together. For families with children ages 3-5. All abilities welcome
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AFAM Department Book Club
Join a book club hosted by librarians of the African American Department. We will be discussing Death of the author: a novel by Nnedi Okorafor. Click here for a summary of the book, or to place a hold on a print copy. It is also offered as an ebook and eaudiobook through Libby/Overdrive.
#DouglassWeek 2026: “Reading Frederick Douglass Together” Community Reading
This special community gathering invites participants to experience the powerful words of Frederick Douglass together through a shared public reading. Audience members, invited guests and community participants will take turns reading selected excerpts from Douglass’s speeches and writings,...
National Ice Cream Day Celebration
Get ready to chill out and scoop up some fun on July 18th for a delightful, ice cream extravaganza to celebrate National Ice Cream Day. We’ve churned up a day full of sweet, ice cream-themed activities, games, and art projects that will delight kids and parents alike! Stay tuned for themed...
Out of the Cove
Get creative and crafty outside of the Art Cove with one of our learning specialists in a hands-on art project out on the museum floor. Become inspired with an immersive art piece! Due to scheduling, all programs are subject to change or cancellations. Thank you for your understanding.
Dream Big, Play More! Summer Camp at Port Discovery
Looking for a an epic adventure this summer? Join us for up to four weeks with Summer Camp at Port Discovery. Each day campers will dive into STEAM with art creations, engineering experiences and scientific discovery through play. Ample time to navigate the museum’s three floors of interactive fun..
Shut Up and Write Virtual
It's an empowering and rewarding experience to write an hour each week, at the same time and place. It serves as powerful support for building your daily writing discipline. The world still needs our creative efforts. Please log in a few minutes early to get settled. Our organizer will lead...
Observational Drawing from Natural History Specimens
Explore the art of observational drawing with amazing collections from the Natural History Society of Maryland, a private nonprofit dedicated to conserving Maryland’s natural heritage and educating its citizens on the natural sciences since 1929. Learn more at marylandnature.org. Thanks to the..
#DouglassWeek 2026: Drum Calls | Body Recalls, A Film Screening
Drum Calls | Body Recalls, a short research-art film by artist and scholar Deirdre Molloy that explores Black Atlantic memory through music, movement and the enduring echoes of the Middle Passage. Blending historical inquiry with artistic expression, the film reflects on how embodied practices such.
The Mending Studio
Join us in the Central Workshop for a 2-hour, hands-on workshop where you’ll dive into the world of visible and invisible mending. During this time, Natasha will be available to support you and provide guidance as you learn time-honored techniques, and build your confidence to tackle any repair...
Lit Out Loud: Adult Storytime
Program registration is recommended but not required. Pratt invites you to slow down and enjoy the magic of stories with us at Lit Out Loud, a program designed for adults to reconnect with the power of oral storytelling. Whether you’re on your lunch break or looking for a quiet escape,...
Lit Out Loud: Adult Storytime
Program registration is recommended but not required. Pratt invites you to slow down and enjoy the magic of stories with us at Lit Out Loud, a program designed for adults to reconnect with the power of oral storytelling. Whether you’re on your lunch break or looking for a quiet escape,...
From Truth to Punchlines: “The Funniest Story is Your Real Story” with Fred Watkins
In this workshop, participants will learn how to take honest experiences and turn them into structured jokes. We will break down how truth, perspective, and timing work together to create comedy that connects with audiences and builds confidence on stage and off. Fred “Big Fred” Watkins, is a...
HeARTworks
With art as its vehicle, HeARTworks, Art with a Heart’s Workforce Development Program, will provide a collaborative space for youth to experience a fun and engaging work environment while building job readiness, life skills, and art skills. Participants will be fully immersed in all aspects of..
DIY Bow Ties & Semiquincentennial Party
Citizens & residents, come ye all, & enjoy snacks while making your own DIY bow ties. Families with kids 11 & under.
Bushcraft Basics
Inspired by natural surroundings and ready to connect to nature? Discover the basics of wilderness living with hands-on activities in water purification, knot tying, and plant identification. This educational, family‑friendly program is designed for ages 12 and up and is a great way to build...
Stop Motion Animation
Learn to make DIY props, simple practical effects, & film your short movie. Ages 5-11.
Unicorn party
Come celebrate unicorns with art projects and books! Bonus prizes for anyone who dresses like a unicorn. All ages welcome!
Pratt Page-Turners Book Club
Join us for a discussion of The Fire Next Time by James Baldwin. At once a powerful evocation of James Baldwin's early life in Harlem and a disturbing examination of the consequences of racial injustice, the book is an intensely personal and provocative document from the iconic author of If...
Five & Under Fridays
Join us for our monthly gathering that centers the littlest members of your family! We’ll have a rotating mix of art and activities especially for kids 5 and under.
Maker Mornings!
Fun craft projects to spark creativity and positivity for the rest of your day!
Pratt Page-Turners Book Club
Join us for a discussion of The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon. A gripping historical mystery based on the real-life diary entries of Martha Ballard, an 18th-century midwife who defied the legal system and wrote herself into American history. Maine, 1789: When the Kennebec River freezes,...
Soulful Fiber: Market Tote Bag
Each participant will create a reuseable tote bag. This class includes machine and hand sewing. Applique, patchwork and embellishments techniques will be taught. You will create a bag that is uniquely yours. Registration required. To register, email the Central Library African American...
Lit Out Loud: Adult Storytime
Program registration is recommended but not required. Pratt invites you to slow down and enjoy the magic of stories with us at Lit Out Loud, a program designed for adults to reconnect with the power of oral storytelling. Whether you’re on your lunch break or looking for a quiet escape,...
Lit Out Loud: Adult Storytime
Program registration is recommended but not required. Pratt invites you to slow down and enjoy the magic of stories with us at Lit Out Loud, a program designed for adults to reconnect with the power of oral storytelling. Whether you’re on your lunch break or looking for a quiet escape,...
Make Space
Now Available with Afternoon and Evening Sessions! Morning Session: 12:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m. Join Make Space, a monthly program designed to inspire and support your creativity. Whether you're exploring new materials, seeking feedback, or just looking for a stress-free outlet, our Fine Arts librarian..
AFAM Department Book Club
Join a book club hosted by librarians of the African American Department. In honor of America at 250, we will be discussing African Founders: How Enslaved People Expanded American Ideals by David Hackett Fischer. Click here for a summary of the book, or to place a hold on a print copy.
Storytelling with Streetwear Fashion
Streetwear aesthetic has become more than just a fashion trend; it's a lifestyle, a form of self-expression that blends comfort with urban authenticity. Centered around brand building, teens will create graphics that will tell their story using products like a hoodie, t-shirt, trucker hat, and tote.
The Maryland Opera Presents: Marian Anderson
A celebration and tribute to the first African-American singer to perform at the Metropolitan Opera in New York City. This program explores the turbulent history of the civil rights movement, while presenting the wide variety of styles in Marian Anderson’s repertoire, including spirituals, art...
Sewing for Everyday Life: An Immersive How-to-Sew Workshop Series
This fast-paced, two-hour sewing class for teens is hosted by established Baltimore-based fashion designers, wearable artists, and makers with tenured, professional sewing experience. They will share their knowledge and creativity with workshop attendees. Attendees will be creating something...
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