On Thursday, December 15th from 5:00-8:00 p.m. the Concord Museum welcomes three of the wonderfully talented authors and illustrators whose books inspired Family Trees: A Celebration of Children’s Literature. Meet special guests Brian Lies, author and illustrator of the new Bats at the Ballgame and bestsellers Bats at the Beach and Bats at the Library; Melissa Stewart, the award-winning author of more than 100 science books for children, including the Family Trees featured Under the Snow; and Rose Lewis, author of the bestseller, I Love You Like Crazy Cakes and the new book, Orange Peel’s Pocket.
Stroll through the galleries to enjoy the trees, munch on a holiday cookie, and visit with authors in Brooke Hall as they sign your books. Books are available for purchase in the Museum Shop. 5:00-8:00 p.m.; Free with Family Trees admission; Members free.
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The 16th annual Family Trees at the Concord Museum in historic Concord, Massachusetts, on view from November 23, 2011 through January 1, 2012, fills the Museum’s galleries with 36 fanciful trees of all shapes and sizes, decorated with original ornaments inspired by acclaimed children’s storybooks and contemporary picture book favorites. This year, the Lead Sponsor for Family Trees is Barefoot Books. Media Sponsor is the Massachusetts Teachers Association. Proceeds from Family Trees, organized by the Museum’s Guild of Volunteers, benefit the Concord Museum’s education initiatives.
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Family Trees Admission: During this benefit event, admission is $15 adults, $10 seniors, $6 children (4-18); children under 4 and Members Free. Family Trees admission includes all of the Museum galleries and the special exhibition, Crowdsourcing a Collection. Museum Hours: Monday – Saturday 9:00 – 5:00, Sunday 12:00 – 5:00, and on Thursday, December 15 until 8:00 p.m.
