Sendak-Related Programs / Events Archive
Family
Sendak in Spring
Saturday, March 16, 2013 - 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Bring the whole family to the Rosenbach to celebrate the work of famed author and illustrator Maurice Sendak — creator of Where the Wild Things Are. More
Public Program
Exhibition Opening
Sunday, November 11, 2012 - 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Be our guest for a fun and informal afternoon at the Rosenbach. Nibble on light refreshments, hear a live performance of songs from the Civil War by The Libby Prison Minstrels, and be among the first to see our latest exhibition: War Stories. More
Public Program
Member Appreciation Day
Sunday, November 11, 2012 - 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Be our guest for a fun and informal afternoon at the Rosenbach. Mingle with fellow members and Rosenbach staff, nibble on light refreshments, and hear a live performance of songs from the Civil War by The Libby Prison Minstrels. More
Public Program
Open House
Saturday, September 29, 2012 - 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Bring your friends and family to explore the Rosenbach brothers’ home and see our two new exhibitions. Free event! More
Gallery Talk
Conversation with the Curator
Thursday, August 2, 2012 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Get the inside scoop on Maurice Sendak & Stephen Colbert: Interviews, Objects…and Poles! More
Free Opening Day
Sunday, June 10, 2012 - 12:00pm - 6:00pm
To mark what would have been Maurice Sendak’s 84th birthday, we will be open free to the public on June 10. Please join us for a first look at our latest exhibition, “Maurice Sendak: A Legacy.” More
Workshop
Making Picture Books
Saturday, May 12, 2012 - 8:30am - 5:00pm
In conjunction with the Sendak exhibition, From Pen to Publisher, we have organized a day-long course about the making of a picture book. Offered in collaboration with the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators, this day-long workshop is appropriate for experts and novices alike. More
Public Program
Celebrating Sendak
Wednesday, May 9, 2012 - 12:00pm - 8:00pm
It is with great sadness that the Rosenbach says goodbye to its longtime trustee, supporter and good friend Maurice Sendak, whose work is a cornerstone of the collection. As a tribute to his lifelong dedication to the Rosenbach, we will be open to the public free of charge on Wednesday, May 9, 2012. We hope you can join us as we remember and celebrate his truly remarkable life. More
Gallery Talk
Conversation with the Curator
Thursday, May 3, 2012 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Get the inside scoop on From Pen to Publisher: The Life of Three Sendak Picture Books. This informal presentation is led by Sendak-expert and Rosenbach staffer Patrick Rodgers. He’ll introduce us to key aspects of the exhibition and answer questions as you explore the exhibition further. More
Family
Sendak in Spring
Saturday, March 24, 2012 - 12:00pm - 4:00pm
On the first weekend of Spring, bring the whole family to the Rosenbach to celebrate the work of famed author and illustrator Maurice Sendak — creator of Where the Wild Things Are. More