MAKESHOP: Light Painting
Join us in MAKESHOP as we capture and paint with light! Experiment with long-exposure photography and an array of colorful light tools to create memorable self-portrait.
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Art Studio: The Art of Gifting
Join us in the Art Studio for a gift giving twist on some of our favorite Art Studio activities! Throughout the month enjoy making pieces of art like, Suminagashi gift bags Holiday cards Painting wrapping paper and ornaments Melted snowman tea light holders And more!
Art Studio: Gnome Making
The Gnomes are taking over the clay area! Come join us at the clay table stationed in the back of the studio to help add to our clay village of Gnomes! This activity will run through the new year or while supplies last. Parents or caregivers must attend with children.
Music Monday
Children can engage with music and movement through singing, dancing, and playing instruments. Hear some of your favorite songs and learn new ones! This free program is included with museum admission. It is designed for early learners, but all ages are welcome. Parents or caregivers must attend with children.
Make Lab: Needle Felting – Ages 8+
MuseumLab 6 Allegheny Square E Suite 101, Pittsburgh, PAJoin us in Make Lab to learn the art of needle felting! Explore the material properties of wool and use it to "paint" a fiber art piece. Will you turn your felted fabric into a hanging tapestry, a clothing patch or something else? This activity takes place in the Children’s Museum’s neighboring building MuseumLab and […]
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Museum Hours
On December 31, the Children's Museum is open from 9:00 am – 3:00 pm. MuseumLab is open from noon – 3:00 pm.
Countdown to Noon
Join us for a family-friendly countdown to noon to say farewell to 2024! Ring in 2025 with a performance by Lee Robinson & ISKA in the Garage while the clock counts down until noon. Celebrate with more activities throughout the Museum, including: Share your hopes for the New Year live on the radio with SLB Radio […]
MAKESHOP: Light Painting
Join us in MAKESHOP as we capture and paint with light! Experiment with long-exposure photography and an array of colorful light tools to create memorable self-portrait.
Art Studio: The Art of Gifting
Join us in the Art Studio for a gift giving twist on some of our favorite Art Studio activities! Throughout the month enjoy making pieces of art like, Suminagashi gift bags Holiday cards Painting wrapping paper and ornaments Melted snowman tea light holders And more!
Art Studio: Gnome Making
The Gnomes are taking over the clay area! Come join us at the clay table stationed in the back of the studio to help add to our clay village of Gnomes! This activity will run through the new year or while supplies last. Parents or caregivers must attend with children.