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Sensory Play
Sensory Play
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 […]
MAKESHOP: Paper Engineering
MAKESHOP: Paper Engineering
Join us in MAKESHOP as we explore creating three dimensional objects with paper! Use different folding and attachment methods to add movement, texture, and dimension to your paper creation.
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MAKESHOP: Paper Engineering
MAKESHOP: Paper Engineering
Join us in MAKESHOP as we explore creating three dimensional objects with paper! Use different folding and attachment methods to add movement, texture, and dimension to your paper creation.
2 events,
MAKESHOP: Paper Engineering
MAKESHOP: Paper Engineering
Join us in MAKESHOP as we explore creating three dimensional objects with paper! Use different folding and attachment methods to add movement, texture, and dimension to your paper creation.
Storytime
Storytime
Join us each Thursday at 11 for Storytime where we will foster children's imaginations and early literacy skills through stories and activities that explore themes such as identity, creativity, and kindness. This free program is included with museum admission. It is designed for early learners, but all ages are welcome. Parents or caregivers must attend […]
2 events,
Little Scientists
Little Scientists
Each Friday from 10-12, children can observe and ask "what if" questions about the world around them to build curiosity and problem-solving skills. In July, journey around the world with us as we explore different environments through experiments! This free program is included with museum admission. It is designed for early learners, but all ages […]
MAKESHOP: Paper Engineering
MAKESHOP: Paper Engineering
Join us in MAKESHOP as we explore creating three dimensional objects with paper! Use different folding and attachment methods to add movement, texture, and dimension to your paper creation.
3 events,
Art Studio: Sparkle Suminagashi
Art Studio: Sparkle Suminagashi
Join us in the Studio to explore the art of Suminagashi! This traditional Japanese art practice of marbling paper translates to ‘floating ink’. Add glitter to your sumi inks to give your work of art sparkle and shine!
Art Studio: Mini Color Blocking Flag Mosaics
Art Studio: Mini Color Blocking Flag Mosaics
Mosaics are pictures or patterns created by arranging small pieces of paper, glass, and more and can be turned into a unique image. Use your mosaic to create a flag with your favorite colors to express your individuality and imagination!
Art Studio: Meet the Maker Linda Wallen
Art Studio: Meet the Maker Linda Wallen
Work with Guest Maker Linda Wallen to create colorful clay tiles. Visit again on June 22nd to help assemble the completed tiles into mosaic paving stones for the Garden! Linda Wallen is a painter and mosaicist. Outside of her studio in Spring Hill, she beautifies her neighborhood and the city of Pittsburgh by creating collaborative […]
3 events,
Art Studio: Sparkle Suminagashi
Art Studio: Sparkle Suminagashi
Join us in the Studio to explore the art of Suminagashi! This traditional Japanese art practice of marbling paper translates to ‘floating ink’. Add glitter to your sumi inks to give your work of art sparkle and shine!
Art Studio: Mini Color Blocking Flag Mosaics
Art Studio: Mini Color Blocking Flag Mosaics
Mosaics are pictures or patterns created by arranging small pieces of paper, glass, and more and can be turned into a unique image. Use your mosaic to create a flag with your favorite colors to express your individuality and imagination!
Art Studio: Meet the Maker Linda Wallen
Art Studio: Meet the Maker Linda Wallen
Work with Guest Maker Linda Wallen to create colorful clay tiles. Visit again on June 22nd to help assemble the completed tiles into mosaic paving stones for the Garden! Linda Wallen is a painter and mosaicist. Outside of her studio in Spring Hill, she beautifies her neighborhood and the city of Pittsburgh by creating collaborative […]
3 events,
Art Studio: Sparkle Suminagashi
Art Studio: Sparkle Suminagashi
Join us in the Studio to explore the art of Suminagashi! This traditional Japanese art practice of marbling paper translates to ‘floating ink’. Add glitter to your sumi inks to give your work of art sparkle and shine!
Art Studio: Mini Color Blocking Flag Mosaics
Art Studio: Mini Color Blocking Flag Mosaics
Mosaics are pictures or patterns created by arranging small pieces of paper, glass, and more and can be turned into a unique image. Use your mosaic to create a flag with your favorite colors to express your individuality and imagination!
Music Monday
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.
3 events,
Sensory Play
Sensory Play
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 […]
Art Studio: Sparkle Suminagashi
Art Studio: Sparkle Suminagashi
Join us in the Studio to explore the art of Suminagashi! This traditional Japanese art practice of marbling paper translates to ‘floating ink’. Add glitter to your sumi inks to give your work of art sparkle and shine!
Art Studio: Mini Color Blocking Flag Mosaics
Art Studio: Mini Color Blocking Flag Mosaics
Mosaics are pictures or patterns created by arranging small pieces of paper, glass, and more and can be turned into a unique image. Use your mosaic to create a flag with your favorite colors to express your individuality and imagination!
2 events,
Art Studio: Sparkle Suminagashi
Art Studio: Sparkle Suminagashi
Join us in the Studio to explore the art of Suminagashi! This traditional Japanese art practice of marbling paper translates to ‘floating ink’. Add glitter to your sumi inks to give your work of art sparkle and shine!
Art Studio: Mini Color Blocking Flag Mosaics
Art Studio: Mini Color Blocking Flag Mosaics
Mosaics are pictures or patterns created by arranging small pieces of paper, glass, and more and can be turned into a unique image. Use your mosaic to create a flag with your favorite colors to express your individuality and imagination!
3 events,
Little Gardeners
Little Gardeners
Each Thursday from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm, children can engage with the garden and explore how we can care for and connect with nature. 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.
Art Studio: Sparkle Suminagashi
Art Studio: Sparkle Suminagashi
Join us in the Studio to explore the art of Suminagashi! This traditional Japanese art practice of marbling paper translates to ‘floating ink’. Add glitter to your sumi inks to give your work of art sparkle and shine!
Art Studio: Mini Color Blocking Flag Mosaics
Art Studio: Mini Color Blocking Flag Mosaics
Mosaics are pictures or patterns created by arranging small pieces of paper, glass, and more and can be turned into a unique image. Use your mosaic to create a flag with your favorite colors to express your individuality and imagination!
3 events,
Little Scientists
Little Scientists
Each Friday from 10-12, children can observe and ask "what if" questions about the world around them to build curiosity and problem-solving skills. In July, journey around the world with us as we explore different environments through experiments! This free program is included with museum admission. It is designed for early learners, but all ages […]
Art Studio: Sparkle Suminagashi
Art Studio: Sparkle Suminagashi
Join us in the Studio to explore the art of Suminagashi! This traditional Japanese art practice of marbling paper translates to ‘floating ink’. Add glitter to your sumi inks to give your work of art sparkle and shine!
Art Studio: Mini Color Blocking Flag Mosaics
Art Studio: Mini Color Blocking Flag Mosaics
Mosaics are pictures or patterns created by arranging small pieces of paper, glass, and more and can be turned into a unique image. Use your mosaic to create a flag with your favorite colors to express your individuality and imagination!
2 events,
Art Studio: Sparkle Suminagashi
Art Studio: Sparkle Suminagashi
Join us in the Studio to explore the art of Suminagashi! This traditional Japanese art practice of marbling paper translates to ‘floating ink’. Add glitter to your sumi inks to give your work of art sparkle and shine!
Art Studio: Mini Color Blocking Flag Mosaics
Art Studio: Mini Color Blocking Flag Mosaics
Mosaics are pictures or patterns created by arranging small pieces of paper, glass, and more and can be turned into a unique image. Use your mosaic to create a flag with your favorite colors to express your individuality and imagination!
2 events,
Art Studio: Sparkle Suminagashi
Art Studio: Sparkle Suminagashi
Join us in the Studio to explore the art of Suminagashi! This traditional Japanese art practice of marbling paper translates to ‘floating ink’. Add glitter to your sumi inks to give your work of art sparkle and shine!
Art Studio: Mini Color Blocking Flag Mosaics
Art Studio: Mini Color Blocking Flag Mosaics
Mosaics are pictures or patterns created by arranging small pieces of paper, glass, and more and can be turned into a unique image. Use your mosaic to create a flag with your favorite colors to express your individuality and imagination!
2 events,
Art Studio: PRIDE Character Creation
Art Studio: PRIDE Character Creation
Contribute to the color and design of the Art Studio's very on PRIDE Characters! Using mixed media materials, help our characters come to life and express why they're proud to be who they are!
Music Monday
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.
3 events,
Sensory Play
Sensory Play
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 […]
Art Studio: PRIDE Character Creation
Art Studio: PRIDE Character Creation
Contribute to the color and design of the Art Studio's very on PRIDE Characters! Using mixed media materials, help our characters come to life and express why they're proud to be who they are!
Sensory Friendly Afternoon
Sensory Friendly Afternoon
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 […]
1 event,
Art Studio: PRIDE Character Creation
Art Studio: PRIDE Character Creation
Contribute to the color and design of the Art Studio's very on PRIDE Characters! Using mixed media materials, help our characters come to life and express why they're proud to be who they are!
2 events,
Little Gardeners
Little Gardeners
Each Thursday from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm, children can engage with the garden and explore how we can care for and connect with nature. 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.
Art Studio: PRIDE Character Creation
Art Studio: PRIDE Character Creation
Contribute to the color and design of the Art Studio's very on PRIDE Characters! Using mixed media materials, help our characters come to life and express why they're proud to be who they are!
3 events,
Little Scientists
Little Scientists
Each Friday from 10-12, children can observe and ask "what if" questions about the world around them to build curiosity and problem-solving skills. In July, journey around the world with us as we explore different environments through experiments! This free program is included with museum admission. It is designed for early learners, but all ages […]
Art Studio: PRIDE Character Creation
Art Studio: PRIDE Character Creation
Contribute to the color and design of the Art Studio's very on PRIDE Characters! Using mixed media materials, help our characters come to life and express why they're proud to be who they are!
2 events,
Summer Member Early Open
Summer Member Early Open
Be the first to experience Summer in MuseumLab, our space for older youth and teens! Sat, June 15 10:00 – 11:30 am MuseumLab will be open 7 days a week throughout the summer, Noon - 5:00 pm. Enjoy these activities: Dry Point Etching in Make Lab Repurposed Plastic in Tech Lab Chroma Maze Duck “raffle”for […]
Art Studio: PRIDE Character Creation
Art Studio: PRIDE Character Creation
Contribute to the color and design of the Art Studio's very on PRIDE Characters! Using mixed media materials, help our characters come to life and express why they're proud to be who they are!
2 events,
Art Studio: PRIDE Character Creation
Art Studio: PRIDE Character Creation
Contribute to the color and design of the Art Studio's very on PRIDE Characters! Using mixed media materials, help our characters come to life and express why they're proud to be who they are!
Father’s Day Family Portraits
Father’s Day Family Portraits
Come in with your family or best buds and get a group photo taken on Father's Day from 1 - 4 pm in MuseumLab. Sign up for sessions at the Admissions Desk in the Children's Museum upon admission this day - sessions are first-come, first-served. Portraits are free and included with Museum admission.
2 events,
Art Studio: Studio Classics
Art Studio: Studio Classics
Join us this summer for a deep dive into old and new Art Studio favorites! Explore and express your creativity with paint, clay, screen printing and more to create your own personal masterpiece.
Music Monday
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.
2 events,
Sensory Play
Sensory Play
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 […]
Art Studio: Studio Classics
Art Studio: Studio Classics
Join us this summer for a deep dive into old and new Art Studio favorites! Explore and express your creativity with paint, clay, screen printing and more to create your own personal masterpiece.
1 event,
Closed for Juneteenth
1 event,
Little Gardeners
Little Gardeners
Each Thursday from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm, children can engage with the garden and explore how we can care for and connect with nature. 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.
2 events,
Little Scientists
Little Scientists
Each Friday from 10-12, children can observe and ask "what if" questions about the world around them to build curiosity and problem-solving skills. In July, journey around the world with us as we explore different environments through experiments! This free program is included with museum admission. It is designed for early learners, but all ages […]
Make Music Day
Make Music Day
Join us for a drop in Sound Exploration and Sing Along outside as part of Make Music Day, a worldwide celebration of music where people are encouraged to play music outside in their neighborhoods or in public spaces and parks. All ages are welcome to attend. Drop in sessions will at 11:00am, and 11:30am. This […]
1 event,
Meet the Makers Day
Meet the Makers Day
Join us in the MuseumLab for demonstrations and collaborative art making with these creatives who will share their process and inspiration! Ceramics and mosaics with Linda Wallen Tufting and fibers with Kirsten Ervin Meet the Makers is made possible by the Henry L. Hillman Foundation to promote intergenerational making and learning.
0 events,
1 event,
Music Monday
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.
1 event,
Sensory Play
Sensory Play
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 […]
3 events,
Wild Wednesday
Wild Wednesday
Join us each Wednesday to explore new habitats and animals through sensory and art activities. 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.
Art Studio: Black Out Poetry & Poetry Collage
Art Studio: Black Out Poetry & Poetry Collage
Join us in the Art Studio for an exploration into the connection between art and language! Try black out poetry and use the words of others to create your own piece of literary art!
Art Studio: Pride Pop-Up: Pride Flag Character Collaboration
Art Studio: Pride Pop-Up: Pride Flag Character Collaboration
Contribute to a collaborative character created by the Art Education Team! Celebrate the colors and principles of Pride by adding on to our characters and share your joy and individuality!
2 events,
Little Gardeners
Little Gardeners
Each Thursday from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm, children can engage with the garden and explore how we can care for and connect with nature. 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.
Art Studio: Black Out Poetry & Poetry Collage
Art Studio: Black Out Poetry & Poetry Collage
Join us in the Art Studio for an exploration into the connection between art and language! Try black out poetry and use the words of others to create your own piece of literary art!
1 event,
Art Studio: Black Out Poetry & Poetry Collage
Art Studio: Black Out Poetry & Poetry Collage
Join us in the Art Studio for an exploration into the connection between art and language! Try black out poetry and use the words of others to create your own piece of literary art!
4 events,
Art Studio: Black Out Poetry & Poetry Collage
Art Studio: Black Out Poetry & Poetry Collage
Join us in the Art Studio for an exploration into the connection between art and language! Try black out poetry and use the words of others to create your own piece of literary art!
Art Studio: Sparkle Suminagashi
Art Studio: Sparkle Suminagashi
Join us in the Studio to explore the art of Suminagashi! This traditional Japanese art practice of marbling paper translates to ‘floating ink’. Add glitter to your sumi inks to give your work of art sparkle and shine!
Art Studio: Colored Clay
Art Studio: Colored Clay
Celebrate your pride by creating a pinch pot using the colors of the rainbow! Explore how color impacts clay and make your own rainbow work of at.
2 events,
Art Studio: Black Out Poetry & Poetry Collage
Art Studio: Black Out Poetry & Poetry Collage
Join us in the Art Studio for an exploration into the connection between art and language! Try black out poetry and use the words of others to create your own piece of literary art!
MAKESHOP: Recycled Sculpture
MAKESHOP: Recycled Sculpture
Join us in MAKESHOP as we turn everyday objects into recycled sculptures! What treasures can you transform?
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