Exciting NEWS!
PASS IT ON FOR PAPA
When Children's Book Author, Larry Callen passed away it was asked in Lieu of flowers to share acts of kindness and throughout the world people began performing kindness in his honor. The the Pass it On for Papa movement began. This sculpture not only will honor Larry Callen and all he did to inspire imagination and the importance of literacy but it will also to remind us to be kind.
We are asking you to spread random acts of kindness in honor of a man who made his mission to make the world a kinder place! Will you help Pass It On for Papa?
Kids making a difference!
Let's make a better world!
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Coming to Sandy Spring Museum in Fall 2026!
Sandy Spring Museum has been chosen to be the home of the life-size bronze sculpture of Larry Callen, a local children's book author who was instrumental in mentoring thousands of authors during the 1970s-2000s.
Local Sculptor Tiffany Carmouche Chosen!
Local Sculptor Tiffany Carmouche who is know for using art to tell stories and inspire conversations has been chosen to sculpt Larry Callen. She will share the process of creating a life-size bronze sculpture throughout the creation of the community art piece.
Artist Selected!
Successful Celebration!
A reveal celebration for the maquette was shared with the community in November. The community was able to meet Tiffany Carmouche, the artist as well as hear from acclaimed authors who were inspired by Larry Callen.
Local Author: Annette Curtis Klause
Author of Blood and Chocolate, The Silver Kiss, Freaks: Alive on the Inside, Alien Secrets
Local Author: Rocky Callen
Author of A Breath Too Late, author of the forthcoming novel Crashing Into You and and co-editor of the anthology Ab(solutely) Normal
Award winning author, Annette Curtis Klause, explains,
“Larry Callen wasn’t only an accomplished writer of compassionate yet whimsically funny books for children, he was also an insightful and patient writing teacher who nurtured many aspiring authors of children’s books in the Washington D.C. area. A statue of him reading about Pinch, a thoughtful country boy, pursuing small town adventures in the early 20th century, would not only evoke American history and timeless childhood, but represent the handing on of knowledge and heritage to a new generation.”
Drone footage by Michael Berardi
Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
Patrons and Sponsors
Perfect for STEAM programs and to inspire literacy! If you are interested in being a school, library, student, scout, media network or person who would like to watch the project unfold, be sure to sign up to get notifications. Watch history in the making!
We would love for you to be part of the conversation about how we can make the world a kinder place!
Learn Ways you can
make a difference
What Is The Club?
Want behind the scenes insight?
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Watch the process of creating this life-size sculpture that inspires creativity, literacy and kindness.
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Find ways to join the Pass It On For Papa Movement and make the world a kinder place.
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Get updates and news of the unveiling celebrations!
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Have the rare opportunity to tune into Live and Recorded Virtual Calls with the artist where kids can ask questions. Tiffany will answer them and share the process of creating a piece of art that will last 2000 years!
Librarians
Teachers
Parents
Media
Students
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Art Enthusiasts
Together we can make a difference
If you would like to make a TAX Deductible Donation to help with any aspect of this project please click the link or contact passitonforpapa@gmail.com and we would be happy to discuss ways that would best suit you to be involved.
Together we can make a difference
Get Involved!
Want to be invited to the next event? Want be a part of the community? Want an invite to see the process of creating a sculpture to promote kindness, creativity and literacy?
Volunteers needed!
It takes a village to raise a sculpture! If you would like to help spread the word, or be involved in any way we would love to have you contact us!
Interested in finding out how you can get Tiffany to speak at your event?
Thank You
This project was funded in part by the
Maryland State Arts Council
Interested in learning more about how your can inspire kindness and literacy?
Sandy Spring Museum:
17901 Bentley Rd, Sandy Spring, MD 20860-1001