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The NCCIL is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10am to 4pm.

Free Admission!

May 9th-June 6th Gallery Closed for Exhibit Change

Family Fun Saturdays, and Bookstore will be open from 10am-1pm

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  • Family Fun Saturday
    Family Fun Saturday
    Multiple Dates
    Family Fun Saturday
    Sat, May 30
    May 30, 2026, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    Abilene, 102 Cedar St, Abilene, TX 79601, USA
    Free fine art project every Saturday from 10AM to 3PM in the NCCIL Studio!
    RSVP
  • A Journey Through the Hundred Acre Woods: Exhibit Sponsorship
    A Journey Through the Hundred Acre Woods: Exhibit Sponsorship
    A Journey Through the Hundred Acre Woods: Exhibit Sponsorship
    Thu, Jun 11
    Jun 11, 2026, 7:00 PM – Sep 12, 2026, 4:00 PM
    NCCIL, 102 Cedar St, Abilene, TX 79601, USA
    Be a part of the magic this summer and sponsor an exhibit element today!
    Buy Tickets
  • Sketch Winnie-and-Friends: Featuring Illustrator Faith Pray
    Sketch Winnie-and-Friends: Featuring Illustrator Faith Pray
    Sketch Winnie-and-Friends: Featuring Illustrator Faith Pray
    Thu, Jun 11
    Jun 11, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:40 PM
    Paramount Theatre, 352 Cypress St, Abilene, TX 79601, USA
    Join Illustrator Faith Pray for another FREE Sketch With an Illustrator Event to kick off this year's CALF Festival!
    RSVP
  • June 12 Artist Workshop with Faith Pray
    June 12 Artist Workshop with Faith Pray
    June 12 Artist Workshop with Faith Pray
    Fri, Jun 12
    Jun 12, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
    NCCIL, 102 Cedar St, Abilene, TX 79601, USA
    Children will participate in a hands-on art workshop led by Faith Pray, illustrator of How a Bear Became a Book.
    Details
  • Picnic with Pooh! 5:00PM-6:00PM
    Picnic with Pooh! 5:00PM-6:00PM
    Picnic with Pooh! 5:00PM-6:00PM
    Fri, Jun 12
    Jun 12, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
    Abilene, 102 Cedar St, Abilene, TX 79601, USA
    Picnic with Pooh this summer in the Hundred Acre Woods of the NCCIL! Enjoy a basket filled with dinner and goodies for the whole family.
    Buy Tickets
  • Picnic with Pooh! 6:30PM-7:30PM
    Picnic with Pooh! 6:30PM-7:30PM
    Picnic with Pooh! 6:30PM-7:30PM
    Fri, Jun 12
    Jun 12, 2026, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
    Abilene, 102 Cedar St, Abilene, TX 79601, USA
    Picnic with Pooh this summer in the Hundred Acre Woods of the NCCIL! Enjoy a basket filled with dinner and goodies for the whole family.
    Buy Tickets
  • June 13 (9:00 AM) Artist Workshop with Faith Pray
    June 13 (9:00 AM) Artist Workshop with Faith Pray
    June 13 (9:00 AM) Artist Workshop with Faith Pray
    Sat, Jun 13
    Jun 13, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
    NCCIL, 102 Cedar St, Abilene, TX 79601, USA
    Children will participate in a hands-on art workshop led by Faith Pray, illustrator of How a Bear Became a Book.
    Details
  • June 13 (10:30 AM) Artist Workshop with Faith Pray
    June 13 (10:30 AM) Artist Workshop with Faith Pray
    June 13 (10:30 AM) Artist Workshop with Faith Pray
    Sat, Jun 13
    Jun 13, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
    NCCIL, 102 Cedar St, Abilene, TX 79601, USA
    Children will participate in a hands-on art workshop led by Faith Pray, illustrator of How a Bear Became a Book.
    Buy Tickets
  • NCCIL Summer Fun Club!
    NCCIL Summer Fun Club!
    NCCIL Summer Fun Club!
    Tue, Jun 16
    Jun 16, 2026, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
    Abilene, 102 Cedar St, Abilene, TX 79601, USA
    Join the club for a summer of art, reading, and FUN!
    Buy Tickets
  • Whisper Wednesday
    Whisper Wednesday
    Multiple Dates
    Whisper Wednesday
    Wed, Jun 17
    Jun 17, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
    Abilene, 102 Cedar St, Abilene, TX 79601, USA
    Join us for a sensory-sensitive art experience.
    RSVP
  • Tuesdays @ 2: July 7
    Tuesdays @ 2: July 7
    Tuesdays @ 2: July 7
    Tue, Jul 07
    Jul 07, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    Abilene, 102 Cedar St, Abilene, TX 79601, USA
    Come for story time with the Abilene Public Library and art exploration with the NCCIL!
    RSVP
  • YA Days-Movement: Friday, July 10
    YA Days-Movement: Friday, July 10
    YA Days-Movement: Friday, July 10
    Fri, Jul 10
    Jul 10, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
    Abilene, 102 Cedar St, Abilene, TX 79601, USA
    Explore movement with storytime and a silent disco!
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  • YA Days-Music: Saturday, July 11
    YA Days-Music: Saturday, July 11
    YA Days-Music: Saturday, July 11
    Sat, Jul 11
    Jul 11, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
    Abilene, 102 Cedar St, Abilene, TX 79601, USA
    Explore storytelling and music making with a special presentation from Joseph Dixon.
    RSVP
  • Tuesdays @ 2: July 14
    Tuesdays @ 2: July 14
    Tuesdays @ 2: July 14
    Tue, Jul 14
    Jul 14, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    Abilene, 102 Cedar St, Abilene, TX 79601, USA
    Come for story time with the Abilene Public Library and art exploration with the NCCIL!
    RSVP
  • YA Days-Culinary: Friday, July 17
    YA Days-Culinary: Friday, July 17
    YA Days-Culinary: Friday, July 17
    Fri, Jul 17
    Jul 17, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
    Abilene, 102 Cedar St, Abilene, TX 79601, USA
    Explore the culinary arts with storytime and cookie decorating!
    RSVP
  • YA Days-Language Arts: Saturday, July 18
    YA Days-Language Arts: Saturday, July 18
    YA Days-Language Arts: Saturday, July 18
    Sat, Jul 18
    Jul 18, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
    Abilene, 102 Cedar St, Abilene, TX 79601, USA
    Explore language arts through a special storytime!
    RSVP
  • Tuesdays @ 2: July 21
    Tuesdays @ 2: July 21
    Tuesdays @ 2: July 21
    Tue, Jul 21
    Jul 21, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    Abilene, 102 Cedar St, Abilene, TX 79601, USA
    Come for story time with the Abilene Public Library and art exploration with the NCCIL!
    RSVP
  • Tuesdays @ 2: July 28
    Tuesdays @ 2: July 28
    Tuesdays @ 2: July 28
    Tue, Jul 28
    Jul 28, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    Abilene, 102 Cedar St, Abilene, TX 79601, USA
    Come for story time with the Abilene Public Library and art exploration with the NCCIL!
    RSVP

Upcoming Events

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NCCIL Chalk Circle

Schedule a School Tour

  • Explore galleries and children’s literature.

  • Engage in hands-on art activities.

  • Available both in-person and virtually.

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Community Foundation of Abilene

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Dian Graves Owen Foundation

Jan Elliott

Greathouse Foundation

Humanities Texas

Excelsior Foundation 

Kaye Price-Hawkins/Priceless Literacy

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The Shelton Family Foundation

Moss-Adamson Spalding Charities

Tocker Foundation

Texas Commission on the Arts

Humanities Texas

National Endowment for the Humanities

Thank You to Our Generous Donors

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Keeping the Spirit 
of Imagination Alive at the NCCIL

  • Explore magical art

  • Discover classic illustrations

  • Experience captivating exhibits

  • Enjoy interactive storytelling

  • Attend creative workshops

  • Celebrate beloved books

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  • Join our vibrant community of supporters.

  • Enjoy free admission and programming.

  • Access exclusive signed book pre-orders.

  • Expand children’s imaginations with us.

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