Join us in MAKESHOP as we put a spin on the classic recycled sculpture activity to build bridges! Use recycled boxes, tubes, panels, and cords to design a bridge fit for the iconic Pittsburgh look.
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Join us in MAKESHOP as we put a spin on the classic recycled sculpture activity to build bridges! Use recycled boxes, tubes, panels, and cords to design a bridge fit for the iconic Pittsburgh look. |
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Join us in MAKESHOP as we put a spin on the classic recycled sculpture activity to build bridges! Use recycled boxes, tubes, panels, and cords to design a bridge fit for the iconic Pittsburgh look.
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 Every Tuesday from 11:00 am – Noon, 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. |
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 Join us in MAKESHOP as we put a spin on the classic recycled sculpture activity to build bridges! Use recycled boxes, tubes, panels, and cords to design a bridge fit for the iconic Pittsburgh look. |
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 Emotions can look so many different ways. Pick one out of a hat and act it out at the stage in the Studio! What will it look like to you? Can others guess what emotion you are expressing? Take turns. Let someone else pick an emotion to act out—can you guess? This program is made […] Join us in MAKESHOP as we put a spin on the classic recycled sculpture activity to build bridges! Use recycled boxes, tubes, panels, and cords to design a bridge fit for the iconic Pittsburgh look.  Experiment with classic studio arts materials such as watercolors, sketch pencils, charcoal, and ink. What will you discover on your mixed media exploration? |
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 The Children's Museum and MuseumLab will be closed on July 4 for the holiday. The Children's Museum will reopen on July 5 at 10:00 am. MuseumLab will open at 10:30 am. We look forward to your visit! |
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Join us in MAKESHOP as we put a spin on the classic recycled sculpture activity to build bridges! Use recycled boxes, tubes, panels, and cords to design a bridge fit for the iconic Pittsburgh look. Experiment with classic studio arts materials such as watercolors, sketch pencils, charcoal, and ink. What will you discover on your mixed media exploration? |
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Join us in MAKESHOP as we put a spin on the classic recycled sculpture activity to build bridges! Use recycled boxes, tubes, panels, and cords to design a bridge fit for the iconic Pittsburgh look.
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Experiment with classic studio arts materials such as watercolors, sketch pencils, charcoal, and ink. What will you discover on your mixed media exploration? |
2 events,
Join us in MAKESHOP as we put a spin on the classic recycled sculpture activity to build bridges! Use recycled boxes, tubes, panels, and cords to design a bridge fit for the iconic Pittsburgh look. Experiment with classic studio arts materials such as watercolors, sketch pencils, charcoal, and ink. What will you discover on your mixed media exploration? |
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Join us in MAKESHOP as we put a spin on the classic recycled sculpture activity to build bridges! Use recycled boxes, tubes, panels, and cords to design a bridge fit for the iconic Pittsburgh look. Experiment with classic studio arts materials such as watercolors, sketch pencils, charcoal, and ink. What will you discover on your mixed media exploration? Little Explorers is our weekday drop-in series for early learners to explore a new theme each day. Every Tuesday at Garden Growers, 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 […] |
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Join us in MAKESHOP as we put a spin on the classic recycled sculpture activity to build bridges! Use recycled boxes, tubes, panels, and cords to design a bridge fit for the iconic Pittsburgh look. Experiment with classic studio arts materials such as watercolors, sketch pencils, charcoal, and ink. What will you discover on your mixed media exploration?  Join our art education specialist in practicing letters and numbers using clay! Letters and numbers are an important step in early childhood learning. During this drop-in session, we will build tactile skills with the clay will practicing letters, words and numbers. This program is designed for early learners, but all ages are welcome. Parents or caregivers […] |
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Experiment with classic studio arts materials such as watercolors, sketch pencils, charcoal, and ink. What will you discover on your mixed media exploration?  Little Explorers is our weekday drop-in series for early learners to explore a new theme each day. Each Thursday at Wildlife Rangers, children can explore new habitats and animals through sensory and art activities. This program has been created in conjunction with our new exhibit, I AM WILD: A Charley Harper Exhibit. Join us each […]  Free live music returns every Thursday, July–August. Performances take place at Buhl Community Park in front of the Children’s Museum or at nearby Nova Place. July 10 – Buhl Park Snappin’ Bug Stringband Old-time Folk Tunes Food Truck: Mobile Chef July 17 – Nova Place Sadie Friend Heartfelt Original Songs Food Truck: Bailee’s Bistro LLC […] |
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 Explore the art of portraiture with our animal friends as the main subject. Experiment with a variety of mixed media materials to capture the perfect artistic style of your favorite animal. |
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Explore the art of portraiture with our animal friends as the main subject. Experiment with a variety of mixed media materials to capture the perfect artistic style of your favorite animal.  Create a unique accessory in this hands-on introduction to the art of UV resin. Experiment with adding dried flowers or glitter to your creation for a personalized design. Participants must be ages 9 and up. Adults must purchase a workshop ticket if they wish to participate alongside their children. Tickets: $10 $5 for members Free […]
$5 – $10 |
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Explore the art of portraiture with our animal friends as the main subject. Experiment with a variety of mixed media materials to capture the perfect artistic style of your favorite animal.
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Create a unique accessory in this hands-on introduction to the art of UV resin. Experiment with adding dried flowers or glitter to your creation for a personalized design. Participants must be ages 9 and up. Adults must purchase a workshop ticket if they wish to participate alongside their children. Tickets: $10 $5 for members Free […]
$5 – $10 |
1 event,
Explore the art of portraiture with our animal friends as the main subject. Experiment with a variety of mixed media materials to capture the perfect artistic style of your favorite animal. |
2 events,
Explore the art of portraiture with our animal friends as the main subject. Experiment with a variety of mixed media materials to capture the perfect artistic style of your favorite animal.
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Little Explorers is our weekday drop-in series for early learners to explore a new theme each day. Every Tuesday at Garden Growers, 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 […] |
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Explore the art of portraiture with our animal friends as the main subject. Experiment with a variety of mixed media materials to capture the perfect artistic style of your favorite animal.
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Join our art education team for a dig and identify session! Visitors will be able to search and dig for hidden animals or bugs, then discuss what type of animal or bug it is. This free program is included with museum admission. It is designed for early learners, but all ages are welcome. Parents or […] |
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Emotions can look so many different ways. Pick one out of a hat and act it out at the stage in the Studio! What will it look like to you? Can others guess what emotion you are expressing? Take turns. Let someone else pick an emotion to act out—can you guess? This program is made […] Explore the art of portraiture with our animal friends as the main subject. Experiment with a variety of mixed media materials to capture the perfect artistic style of your favorite animal.  Join us in MAKESHOP to use recycled materials to build your dream vacation! Reuse materials like cardboard, recyclable plastic, and fabric to co-create a miniature world. How can you use old materials to create something new? |
2 events,
Explore the art of portraiture with our animal friends as the main subject. Experiment with a variety of mixed media materials to capture the perfect artistic style of your favorite animal.
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Join us in MAKESHOP to use recycled materials to build your dream vacation! Reuse materials like cardboard, recyclable plastic, and fabric to co-create a miniature world. How can you use old materials to create something new? |
4 events,
Explore the art of portraiture with our animal friends as the main subject. Experiment with a variety of mixed media materials to capture the perfect artistic style of your favorite animal. Join us in MAKESHOP to use recycled materials to build your dream vacation! Reuse materials like cardboard, recyclable plastic, and fabric to co-create a miniature world. How can you use old materials to create something new?
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 Create a mini sculpture using polymer clay, then use kinetic sand to make a one-part mold of your sculpture and pour in molten pewter to form a cast during this 75-minute workshop. This workshop uses hot tools and materials. Participants must be ages 9 and up. Adults must purchase a workshop ticket if they wish […]
$5 – $10 |
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 Join us for a special summer meet and greet with the one-and-only Pirate Parrot! Each family gets. chance to meet the Parrot and snap a fun photo together. Don’t forget to bring your camera! Space is limited, and registration is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Explore the art of portraiture with our animal friends as the main subject. Experiment with a variety of mixed media materials to capture the perfect artistic style of your favorite animal. Join us in MAKESHOP to use recycled materials to build your dream vacation! Reuse materials like cardboard, recyclable plastic, and fabric to co-create a miniature world. How can you use old materials to create something new? |
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 Join our Art Education Specialist for an early childhood learners introduction to clay! We will explore the basics of creating coils out of clay using various hand building techniques. This free program is designed for early learners, but all ages are welcome. Parents or caregivers must attend with children. Included with museum admission. Explore the art of portraiture with our animal friends as the main subject. Experiment with a variety of mixed media materials to capture the perfect artistic style of your favorite animal. Join us in MAKESHOP to use recycled materials to build your dream vacation! Reuse materials like cardboard, recyclable plastic, and fabric to co-create a miniature world. How can you use old materials to create something new? |
3 events,
Explore the art of portraiture with our animal friends as the main subject. Experiment with a variety of mixed media materials to capture the perfect artistic style of your favorite animal. Join us in MAKESHOP to use recycled materials to build your dream vacation! Reuse materials like cardboard, recyclable plastic, and fabric to co-create a miniature world. How can you use old materials to create something new? Little Explorers is our weekday drop-in series for early learners to explore a new theme each day. Every Tuesday at Garden Growers, 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 […] |
3 events,
Join our art education specialist in practicing letters and numbers using clay! Letters and numbers are an important step in early childhood learning. During this drop-in session, we will build tactile skills with the clay will practicing letters, words and numbers. This program is designed for early learners, but all ages are welcome. Parents or caregivers […] Explore the art of portraiture with our animal friends as the main subject. Experiment with a variety of mixed media materials to capture the perfect artistic style of your favorite animal. Join us in MAKESHOP to use recycled materials to build your dream vacation! Reuse materials like cardboard, recyclable plastic, and fabric to co-create a miniature world. How can you use old materials to create something new? |
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Explore the art of portraiture with our animal friends as the main subject. Experiment with a variety of mixed media materials to capture the perfect artistic style of your favorite animal. Join us in MAKESHOP to use recycled materials to build your dream vacation! Reuse materials like cardboard, recyclable plastic, and fabric to co-create a miniature world. How can you use old materials to create something new? Little Explorers is our weekday drop-in series for early learners to explore a new theme each day. Each Thursday at Wildlife Rangers, children can explore new habitats and animals through sensory and art activities. This program has been created in conjunction with our new exhibit, I AM WILD: A Charley Harper Exhibit. Join us each […] |
3 events,
Explore the art of portraiture with our animal friends as the main subject. Experiment with a variety of mixed media materials to capture the perfect artistic style of your favorite animal. Join us in MAKESHOP to use recycled materials to build your dream vacation! Reuse materials like cardboard, recyclable plastic, and fabric to co-create a miniature world. How can you use old materials to create something new?  Use mixed media materials and tape to experiment with color, pattern, composition, and negative space. |
4 events,
Explore the art of portraiture with our animal friends as the main subject. Experiment with a variety of mixed media materials to capture the perfect artistic style of your favorite animal.
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Use mixed media materials and tape to experiment with color, pattern, composition, and negative space.
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Create a mini sculpture using polymer clay, then use kinetic sand to make a one-part mold of your sculpture and pour in molten pewter to form a cast during this 75-minute workshop. This workshop uses hot tools and materials. Participants must be ages 9 and up. Adults must purchase a workshop ticket if they wish […]
$5 – $10 |
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4 events,
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Explore the art of portraiture with our animal friends as the main subject. Experiment with a variety of mixed media materials to capture the perfect artistic style of your favorite animal. Use mixed media materials and tape to experiment with color, pattern, composition, and negative space.
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 Celebrate Parents' Day at the Children's Museum and get a special portrait taken by Opya Studios. |
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 Join us in MAKESHOP to build and repair Circuit Blocks! Use electrical wire, magnet screws, and components like lights and spinners to build a working circuit - or help us repair existing ones. How can you create something that moves?
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Explore the art of portraiture with our animal friends as the main subject. Experiment with a variety of mixed media materials to capture the perfect artistic style of your favorite animal. Use mixed media materials and tape to experiment with color, pattern, composition, and negative space. |
3 events,
Join us in MAKESHOP to build and repair Circuit Blocks! Use electrical wire, magnet screws, and components like lights and spinners to build a working circuit - or help us repair existing ones. How can you create something that moves?
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Use mixed media materials and tape to experiment with color, pattern, composition, and negative space.
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 We have a beautiful garden with lavender and mint that smell delightful! Join our art education specialist at the clay table in the Studio to create a unique tile by pressing lavender and mint into a clay tile and make a great keepsake to remember your museum visit. Parents or caregivers must attend with children. […] |
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Join us in MAKESHOP to build and repair Circuit Blocks! Use electrical wire, magnet screws, and components like lights and spinners to build a working circuit - or help us repair existing ones. How can you create something that moves?
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 Join our art education team at the clay table in the Studio to explore various textures and patterns in clay! Sample different rolling pins, stamps and more by pushing them into the clay to see what pattern or texture is releveled. Included with museum admission. Parents or caregivers must attend with children. This program is […] Use mixed media materials and tape to experiment with color, pattern, composition, and negative space. |
5 events,
Emotions can look so many different ways. Pick one out of a hat and act it out at the stage in the Studio! What will it look like to you? Can others guess what emotion you are expressing? Take turns. Let someone else pick an emotion to act out—can you guess? This program is made […] Join us in MAKESHOP to build and repair Circuit Blocks! Use electrical wire, magnet screws, and components like lights and spinners to build a working circuit - or help us repair existing ones. How can you create something that moves? Use mixed media materials and tape to experiment with color, pattern, composition, and negative space. |
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Join us in MAKESHOP to build and repair Circuit Blocks! Use electrical wire, magnet screws, and components like lights and spinners to build a working circuit - or help us repair existing ones. How can you create something that moves? |
4 events,
Join us in MAKESHOP to build and repair Circuit Blocks! Use electrical wire, magnet screws, and components like lights and spinners to build a working circuit - or help us repair existing ones. How can you create something that moves?  Join us in the Art Studio as we explore art processes featuring desert themes. Create a wire sculpture inspired by desert creatures and feel desert textures by making a collagraph print. Plus dig, squish, and pinch clay based activities throughout August.
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 Create a layered and unique print with Gelli Printing during this 75-minute workshop. Gelli Printing is a type of mono-printmaking process that uses soft and flexible polymer printing plates, acrylic paint, and various textures to produce a single print. This workshop uses messy materials. Participants must be ages 9 and up. Adults must purchase a workshop […]
$5 – $10 |