Featuring the Art of Winnie-the-Pooh!
All About Winnie’s creation
Winnie-the-Pooh and his friends in the Hundred Acre Wood are some of the most beloved children’s book characters of all time.
ART EXHIBIT:
The Art of Winnie-the-Pooh
Opening at the National Center for Children’s Illustrated Literature at 3 p.m. June 11, 2026 and on exhibit through September 2026.
DINNER:
Friday, June 12. This special dinner is hosted by the National Center for Children’s Illustrated Literature (NCCIL). Details to be announced in early 2026. Tickets at nccil.org/calf
WORKSHOPS:
Details will be announced in early 2026.
Limited spots. Register at nccil.org/calf
About the National Center for Children’s Illustrated Literature
The NCCIL (pronounced “nickel”) is located at 102 Cedar St. in downtown Abilene and collaborates with award-winning illustrators to produce exhibitions of their artwork that are distinctive, appealing to museum visitors of all ages, and of the highest quality. In addition to this unique artistic partnership, following its debut at the NCCIL gallery, each exhibition travels to museums, public libraries, and galleries nationwide. To the local community, the NCCIL offers:
Opportunities to meet visiting artists during exhibition opening events
FREE family art activities every Saturday from 10 AM-1 PM
Instructed exhibition tours for students
Annual workshops and art camps
Books signed by exhibiting artists