Amon Carter Museum welcomes TCU students for “College Night at the Carter”

The Amon Carter Museum of American Art is scheduled to host its spring “College Night at the Carter” on Feb. 19. 

College Night at the Carter is a free event for college students in the DFW area. Before entering, students will be asked to show a valid college ID at the door.

According to the Carter Museum website, on Feb. 19, from 5-8 p.m., students can expect a night of free snacks and drinks, painting activities, live music and chats with art experts about the museum and its art. Experts include Carter College Council members and other staff.

One of the activities offered is a create-your-own mini watercolor session inspired by artist Georgia O’Keeffe, led by Brenda Ciardiello, a Carter Community Artist. 

Other planned activities include a self-paced walkthrough of the museum, chats with the Exhibition Host program for students interested in becoming volunteers and opportunities for attendees to learn more about O’Keeffe.

A free night of art, activities, food, and fun designed specifically for college students? Yes, please! If you’ve got a college ID, this is the event for YOU. (Via @theamoncarter on Instagram).

College Night at the Carter was planned with the help of the Carter College Council, a group of DFW college students that collaborates with Carter Museum staff to curate a memorable and engaging experience for all. 

According to the Carter College Council page, the “Museum’s one-of-a-kind event is designed with and for college students.”

Students who are interested are encouraged to register for the event through Eventbrite to allow the museum to anticipate the number of attendees for the night.  

Lily Williams, the manager of Adult Programs at the Carter, said February’s College Night in 2025 drew 64 attendees. This attendance was greater than their September 2025 event, which had 59 attendees.  

Last year, the museum boasted an average of 225 guests per day. With an increase in programs like “College Night at The Carter,” Williams said the museum is “very optimistic about the future of college programming at the Carter.”