Michael C. Carlos Museum

Artful Stories for FamiliesProgram

On select Saturday mornings in the school year, young children and their grown-ups hear a story in the galleries, look closely at one artwork, and make art in the studio. Listed sessions are for ages 3 to 6.

Camp CarlosProgram

Art camp for children ages 5 to 12, with ideas from the museum's collections and help from working artists. Registration for 2026 opened Feb. 2 for members and Feb. 5 for the public.

Carlos Reads Book ClubProgram

A small, relaxed book club where adults read and talk about great books linked to the museum's collections, with Emory faculty as guides. Listed meetings are Oct. 19, Nov. 16 and Dec.m.

Classroom science and art activitiesService

The museum's conservation lab offers classroom lessons tied to Georgia standards: K-5 and 6-12 STEAM activities and Ancient Artifact Activities, with teacher guides and worksheets. Hands-On Art History is listed as coming soon.

Docent volunteeringProgram

The museum signs up new docents once a year. To find out more, contact Kris Allen.

Facility rentalService

The museum's rooms can be rented for receptions, dinners, Bar and Bat Mitzvahs, corporate meetings and other events. Ackerman Hall costs $1,250 to $3,000 and the Executive Board Room $250 to $500, depending on day and time. Gallery access can be added for $500 per level.

Family GuidesService

Collectible guides with fun text that helps children look closely at objects, such as Egyptian coffins and Greek vases. Kids can use them in the galleries and take them home.

Free membershipProgram

Joining or renewing as a museum member now costs nothing. Members get priority registration, discounts on special programs, and invitations to member-only events, and get in free.