Traffic Advisory: Construction scheduled for Feb 3-March 2 will likely result in lane closures on Spring Street between the South Rhodes Center along the east side of street on to 19th Street. Please allow for extra travel time when planning your visit to the Center during this time.

An Experience
Unlike Anything
Else in the World

Get ready to rethink everything you know about puppets and puppeteers. Our live shows, workshops, exhibitions, and events will have you feeling like a kid again at the Center for Puppetry Arts. Limited FREE parking is available.

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Now-March 2, 2025

Rainforest Adventures

Experience the thrill of the Amazon with anacondas, howler monkeys, and sloths in this unforgettable journey!

February 16, 2025 | 7:00 PM

An Evening with Mallory Lewis and Lamb Chop (18+)

Join us for an evening with Mallory Lewis and Lamb Chop as they perform their adult comedy and musical show, Lamb Chop After Dark.

February 28 | 7 PM

Puppetry Performance for Film & TV

Join Raymond Carr for an exclusive workshop where he reveals his expert techniques for crafting captivating, puppet-driven stories across film, TV, and web series.

March 5-16, 2025

Galapagos George

Meet George, the last of his kind, in this heartwarming eco-fable set in the Galapagos Islands.

March 28 | 7:00 PM

Author Talk with Karen Falk

Join us for a Book Talk with Archives Director Karen Falk and her book Jim Henson’s Imagination Illustrated, an exploration of Henson’s story through the lens of his “Red Book”

April 1 | 7:00-10:00 PM

Affectionate Anarchy: Muppet Prank Culture

Join Muppet legends Dave Goelz, Bonnie Erickson, Rollie Krewson, Fran Brill, Steve Whitmire, and Frank Oz (joining virtually) on April Fool’s Day for behind-the-scenes tales and pranks from Jim Henson’s workshop!

Now- March 16

Puppetry NOW Special Exhibition featuring Raymond Carr

Explore puppetry, props, and behind-the-scenes photos from Raymond Carr’s Ninja Puppet Productions, featuring iconic international puppets from his 20-year career.

Today’s Events

Friday February 14, 2025

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School Groups

Great Options for Educators

We’ll Meet You Online

Digital Learning

Live, Interactive Programming

Through video conferencing and downloadable guides, we can bring the education and wonder of the Center for Puppetry Arts to your classroom.

Our curriculum-based workshops and puppet shows offer unique, interactive, and engaging experiences for your classroom or homeschool.

We’ll Come to You

Enjoy a Field Trip Without Ever Leaving the Classroom

If you want your students to enjoy a highly interactive educational experience, but a field trip isn’t an option, our traveling options offer great, in-person alternatives.

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