Eric Carle Museum Workers Push for Union Vote
Employees at the Massachusetts museum established by the children’s book artist behind “The Very Hungry Caterpillar” cited poor working conditions and under-staffing in a statement.
Workers at the Eric Carle Museum have begun a unionization process, as announced on Instagram by the museum staff on August 3. The post detailed allegations of understaffing, lack of promotions, and poor workplace conditions at the Massachusetts museum founded by children's book author and illustrator Eric Carle in 2002. Employees filed for a union vote with the National Labor Relations Board, urging museum leadership not to interfere with or delay the election.
The United Auto Workers (UAW) Local 2110 expressed support for as many staff members as possible to participate in the election. Notable for its iconic tissue paper collages and renowned children's book illustrations, the museum has attracted over a million visitors since its opening.
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