Dot Day at CMOM: September 15, 2026

Celebrate International Dot Day, inspired by Peter H. Reynold’s imaginative book The Dot with an exciting visit from the author himself!

Special International Dot Day Book Reading Event: The Dot by Peter H. Reynolds
Tuesday, September 15 | 10:30 am – 11:30 am | All ages | 1st Floor | Inside Art
Join NY Times #1 best-selling author/illustrator Peter H. Reynolds—creator of The Dot—for a wonderful celebration of International Dot Day at CMOM!
Reynolds will join us for a special read-aloud session, followed by book signings and a collaborative art project led by museum educators. Join us for the rest of the day for activities in Makerspace and PlayWorks!

Copies of The Dot Deluxe Gift Edition will be available for purchase in the Museum Shop. You are also welcome to BYOB (Bring Your Own Book)!

Lots of Dots
Tuesday, September 15 | 2:00 pm – 4:15 pm | Ages 5 & up | 1st Floor | Makerspace
Experiment with all kinds of dots! Play with negative space while you stamp, sponge, roll, print, and splatter! Discover how one simple shape can create endless artistic fun!

Just Start: Make Art!
Tuesday, September 15 | 11:15 am –12:15 pm & 2:45 pm – 3:45 pm | Ages 4 & younger | 3rd Floor | PlayWorks
As said in Peter H. Reynold’s The Dot, “make a mark and see where it takes you.” Experiment with different drawing tools as you explore and see how far your creativity can take you.

Alphie’s Storytime: The Dot by Peter H. Reynolds
Tuesday, September 15 | 4:00 pm | All ages | 3rd Floor | PlayWorks
Join us for a special Alphie’s Storytime as we celebrate National Dot Day! Explore themes of authenticity and self-expression in this creative Storytime that focuses on a girl named Vashti who discovers her artistic talent. Hang out after the story to create a personal work of art that is authentically you!