Up your doodle game with some new math-based drawing skills! Try out tessellations (perfectly repeating shapes), fractals (patterns that get smaller and smaller), and parabolic art (using curves). We ship supplies after registration. Please also have these items on hand: Blank Paper Pencil Sharpener (recommended) Coloring tools (recommended) Tickets Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh believes that […]

Learn the art of needle felting in this live workshop while also exploring the material properties of wool! The material qualities of wool that keep you warm are the same qualities that make it a versatile art material. Together we’ll learn techniques for shaping and drawing with this fun substance. Supplies for this workshop will […]

Come learn the basics of weaving and geometry! Begin by making a loom, learn the foundational techniques of weaving, and dive deeper into how to add geometric shapes in your piece. Learn how math concepts like slope and angle can affect your weaving design. We ship supplies you will need for this workshop after registration. […]

Come learn or build upon the basics of weaving and how to incorporate natural materials into your weaving! Begin by making a loom and experiment with natural materials like twigs, palms, flower stems, and other natural materials to create environmentally-inspired weavings. We ship supplies you will need for this workshop after registration. Please have these […]

Explore the engineering and design behind pop up cards. Pop up cards can range from simple to complex, but they all bring a fun surprise to the receiver. In this live workshop, we'll learn the engineering behind the magic. A few basic strategies, some experimentation, and a clever pun is all you need! Supplies for […]

What do you love about Mom?  Let's celebrate Mother’s Day through movement, stories and making a beautiful painted rock for the special caregiver in your life. Early Bird Feels is a virtual program designed for learners ages 3-6 and their caregivers to encourage socialization, bonding and mindfulness through hands-on processes that inspire exploration and a […]

Register for this live, online workshop all about adding texture to sheets of metal. After registering, participants receive tools and materials mailed to their home, and interactive workshop facilitation to guide them through different techniques for creating textured images on aluminum. Explore the properties of metals and how to use them to your advantage in […]

The natural world provides artists with so much inspiration for art-making! In this live workshop we'll use materials found in nature to make our own paintbrushes—we’ll use our homemade brushes to explore mark-making and texture. This workshop uses materials commonly found at home. Please have these items on hand: gathered natural materials* sticks or chopsticks […]

Hop into summer as we explore self care! Discover how to use science to create a relaxing bath or create jewelry using collage techniques to wear and share. We ship supplies after registration. Please also have these items on hand: scissors, pencil Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh believes that cost should never be a barrier to […]

Use materials from around your home and look closely at the ones you love to create images of them.

Discover the world of color mixing through science! Explore the science behind color and molecular bonds as we create marbleized patterned art using household products like dish soap and dye. Learn how to produce unique designs using resistance techniques, stencils and masking. Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh believes that cost should never be a barrier to […]

Have you ever wanted to design your own face mask to keep you safe AND stylish? Now you can! Learn the foundations of embroidery and create your own personalized embroidered face mask. Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh believes that cost should never be a barrier to inspiring kindness, joy, creativity and curiosity. We offer a sliding […]

Nature Journaling is a great way to document the natural world around us. This art form allows us to practice our documentation skills as well as strengthen our abilities to identify the many different plants and animals that live in our area! In this 2 hour workshop, we will explore the very basics of hand-binding […]

Fingerprints are part of what make you uniquely YOU! No two people-even identical twins- have fingerprints exactly alike. Learn about the different patterns of prints and how they are used as important identifiers in science. Take it a step further and build some secret agent spy gear to intensify your investigation efforts. We ship supplies […]

Let’s explore the math and material science of thermoplastic polystyrene - the plastic used for making shrinkable art! In this workshop, use your shrink plastic to create a miniature diorama. Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh believes that cost should never be a barrier to inspiring kindness, joy, creativity and curiosity. We offer a sliding ticket price […]

Discover the basics of knitting looms in this virtual workshop! If you love making friendship bracelets, this workshop is for you. In this live workshop, we’ll build our own tools that will make knitting a breeze. Learn to create yarn garlands that can be used for decoration, gift wrap, accessories and more. This workshop uses […]

Build and construct a diffraction scope while discovering a world of light splitting colors, as we explore different light sources and the magic behind them. Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh believes that cost should never be a barrier to inspiring kindness, joy, creativity and curiosity. We offer a sliding ticket price model to accommodate all learners. […]

Discover the world of color mixing through science! Explore the science behind color and molecular bonds as we create marbleized patterned art using household products like dish soap and dye. Learn how to produce unique designs using resistance techniques, stencils and masking. Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh believes that cost should never be a barrier to […]

Come learn or build upon the basics of weaving and how to incorporate natural materials into your weaving! Begin by making a loom and experiment with natural materials like twigs, palms, flower stems, and other natural materials to create environmentally-inspired weavings. We ship supplies you will need for this workshop after registration. Please have these […]

Play in the dirt and experiment with different materials to create wildflower seed bombs. Learn about seed germination, determine which materials help or hinder plant growth and discover the best conditions to help your seed bombs bloom. We ship you supplies for this workshop. Participants should have on hand: bowl for mixing access to water/cup […]