Upcoming Events

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  Fri, Oct 09

  The Palette of Shawn Harris: Exhibit Sponsorship / 

  NCCIL

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  Oct 09, 2026, 7:30 PM – Apr 17, 2027, 4:00 PM

  NCCIL, 102 Cedar St, Abilene, TX 79601, USA

  Be a part of the magic this season and sponsor an exhibit element today!

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  Thu, Oct 29

  ArtWalk / 

  NCCIL

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  Oct 29, 2026, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM

  NCCIL, 102 Cedar St, Abilene, TX 79601, USA

  Join us at the NCCIL and at other downtown locations for ArtWalk!
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  Multiple Dates

  Sat, Oct 31

  Family Fun Saturday / 

  Abilene

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  Oct 31, 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!
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  Sat, Nov 07

  Cat in the Hat Family Fun Saturday / 

  Abilene

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  Nov 07, 2026, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

  Abilene, 102 Cedar St, Abilene, TX 79601, USA

  Join us in celebrating the new Cat in the Hat movie with storytime and art!
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  Fri, Nov 13

  EASL: Every Artist Starts Little / 

  NCCIL

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  Nov 13, 2026, 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM

  NCCIL, 102 Cedar St, Abilene, TX 79601, USA

  Caregivers and Early Learners, join us for a fun morning of art and literacy!

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  Sat, Nov 14

  Dog Man & Donuts (Members Only) / 

  Abilene

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  Nov 14, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM

  Abilene, 102 Cedar St, Abilene, TX 79601, USA

  Members! Join us for Dog Man & Donuts, a special morning filled with sweet treats, swag, and all the fun of Dog Man Day—before the crowds arrive! Purchase tickets for number of children attending.
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  Sat, Nov 14

  Dog Man Day / 

  Abilene

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  Nov 14, 2026, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

  Abilene, 102 Cedar St, Abilene, TX 79601, USA

  Join us for an action-packed celebration inspired by the hilarious and heroic world of Dog Man by Dav Pilkey!

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  Sat, Nov 21

  Family Fun Thanksgiving / 

  Abilene

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  Nov 21, 2026, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

  Abilene, 102 Cedar St, Abilene, TX 79601, USA

  Bring your families and celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday with us!
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  Tue, Nov 24

  Bookstore Sale! / 

  NCCIL

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  Nov 24, 2026, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

  NCCIL, 102 Cedar St, Abilene, TX 79601, USA

  Shop our special sale with books, gifts, and more discounted up to 75%!

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  Sat, Nov 28

  Bookstore Sale! / 

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  Nov 28, 2026, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

  NCCIL, 102 Cedar St, Abilene, TX 79601, USA

  Shop our special sale with books, gifts, and more discounted up to 75%!
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  Sat, Dec 05

  MEMBERS ONLY: Snowy Morning / 

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  Dec 05, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM

  NCCIL, 102 Cedar St, Abilene, TX 79601, USA

  Kick off the holiday season with a magical members-only Snowy Morning at the NCCIL!
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  Sat, Dec 05

  Snowy Day / 

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  Dec 05, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

  NCCIL, 102 Cedar St, Abilene, TX 79601, USA

  An unforgettable morning of art and holiday fun!
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  Fri, Dec 11

  EASL: Every Artist Starts Little / 

  NCCIL

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  Dec 11, 2026, 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM

  NCCIL, 102 Cedar St, Abilene, TX 79601, USA

  Caregivers and Early Learners, join us for a fun morning of art and literacy!
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  Sat, Dec 19

  Mo Willem's PIGEON DAY! / 

  National Center for Children's Illustrat

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  Dec 19, 2026, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

  National Center for Children's Illustrat, 102 Cedar St, Abilene, TX 79601, USA

  Forget Santa...The Pigeon is coming to town! Join us on Saturday, December 19th to meet Mo Willem's beloved Pigeon character, make a Pigeon ornament, and listen to a very Pigeon Storytime!

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