The Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine is proud to partner with Indigo Arts Alliance (IAA) for the 4th annual Beautiful Blackbird Children's Book Festival, a celebration of children’s book authors and illustrators of the African Diaspora.

Today, September 23rd, CMTM will present an in-person schedule of literary and art activities for the whole family, including a Read Aloud with A Feast for Joseph author OD Bonny, art-making workshops, and theatrical beat-making. The Beautiful Blackbird Children’s Book Festival at CMTM is presented with support from M&T Bank, and I'm Your Neighbor Books. The event is also an official Dollar Day$ event. Admission to the Museum & Theatre will be $1 for every visitor, thanks to generous support from WEX, Inc.

See the schedule and learn more at  kitetails.org/beautiful-blackbird-childrens-book-festival

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Click on the reserve tickets link to make a reservation to explore and play!

We ask that you arrive and leave as close to your time selection as possible. All parties must include at least one child and one adult. Reservations for all visitors are strongly recommended to guarantee entry.

*Dollar Day$ admission applies to all visitors. Dollar Day$ admission pricing also applies to theatre shows when available. Separate reservations are required. Dollar Day$ is part of CMTM’s ongoing work and commitment, through the generosity of funding partners, to eliminate barriers families might face in taking full advantage of the facility. Everyone belongs at the Children’s Museum & Theatre of Maine. A child must accompany adult visitors. Visitation is expected to be high. Reservations are recommended.

Online ticket sales end 1 hour after the start of the play session, or when the session sells out.

By reserving tickets, you are agreeing to follow our health & safety guidelines and our rules of admission. 

Questions? Contact boxoffice@kitetails.org or call 207-828-1234