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?
Explore the life and work of Frank Bowling and Evangeline Montgomery for Black History Month in the Art Studio! Investigate the use of color, design, form and more, and delve deep into the styles and methods of both Frank and Evangeline!
Join us in the Art Studio and celebrate Black History Month with a focus on local Black photography, Explore some photos taken by Pittsburgh's own Teenie Harris and Dominick McDuffie and explore different ways to create with photography!
Each Tuesday from 10:00 am - Noon , children can engage with their environment and connect with their emotions through soothing activities and open-ended exploration of sights, scents, textures and sounds. This free program is included with museum admission. It is designed for early learners, but all ages are welcome. Parents or caregivers must attend […]
Join Art Education Specialist Grace from 10AM-12PM on Sunday's and Tuesday's in the Art Studio for a chance to throw on the wheel! In honor of Black History Month, join us in a deep dive into the life and legacy of Pittsburgh's own Bill Strickland, ceramicist and founder of the Manchester Craftsmen's Guild.
Design and construct your own stuffed pal! Join us in MAKESHOP as we use sewing techniques to turn fabric into a soft, three-dimensional creation.
Explore the life and work of Frank Bowling and Evangeline Montgomery for Black History Month in the Art Studio! Investigate the use of color, design, form and more, and delve deep into the styles and methods of both Frank and Evangeline!
Join us in the Art Studio and celebrate Black History Month with a focus on local Black photography, Explore some photos taken by Pittsburgh's own Teenie Harris and Dominick McDuffie and explore different ways to create with photography!
Breathe, move, and look inward during this gentle yoga practice inviting families to slow down and reflect together. Children, parents, and caregivers will take a moment to pause and experience 20-minutes of gentle and playful movements for your creative center. This all-levels gentle practice may include seated, floor, and standing postures with variations available throughout. […]
Children and families with autism spectrum disorders and sensory sensitivities can enjoy a fun, friendly experience in a comfortable and accepting environment. Lights and sounds in spaces throughout the museum are adjusted, and designated Quiet Areas offer spaces to take a break. Sensory Kits with noise-canceling headphones, sunglasses, an assortment of fidgets, and other items […]
