Museum is one of the 30+ Northside buildings participating in DOORS OPEN Pittsburgh on Saturday, May 7! Explore the architecture and history of the first Carnegie Library, and see how it has been converted into MusuemLab, a gathering place for youth and teens to explore art, exhibits, and workshops. We will provide access to the […]
The Big Red Room Cafe will close at 3:00 pm, and MuseumLab will close at 4:00 pm, in preparation for a special event.
Explore how heat changes the properties of plastic! Join us in MAKESHOP as we use heat tools to fuse recycled plastic together. What textures and colors do you see? How can you make something new out of plastic scraps?
Join us in the backyard for Story Time. We’ll read books about nature and our favorite animals! In case of inclement weather, this event will be moved to the studio.
Join us in the Garden for Story Time. We’ll read books about nature and our favorite plants! In case of inclement weather, this event will be moved to Makeshop.
Join us this weekend in MAKESHOP to help us build Circuit Blocks. Take apart old electronic devices and use simple hand tools to transform them into museum exhibit components! We'll be working collaboratively throughout the weekend on different parts of the process.
Join us in the Studio to explore the art of Suminagashi, the traditional Japanese art practice of marbling paper. Suminagashi translates to 'floating ink. We will explore the process of gently floating ink onto water and then printing it on to paper!
A crankie is a moving panoramic picture that is drawn on a scroll. Performers twist the scroll to share the story with the audience! This week, we will be dreaming and drawing our very own stories! Join us in the Studio as we explore this traditional type of story telling and performance! What will you […]
Learn how to repurpose items of clothing to make them last beyond the trends and reflect your personal expression! Plus, get the satisfaction of having something you created in your wardrobe. Denim pieces will be provided to paint on; you may also bring your own. This workshop for ages 10+. It will be held in […]
Enjoy family-friendly tunes spun by Dom McDuffie in the Traveling Exhibit Gallery.
