The History of the Carnegie International

Established in 1896, the Carnegie International is the longest-running North American exhibition of international art. Organized every three to four years by Carnegie Museum of Art, the International presents an overview of how art and artists respond to the critical questions of our time. 

Discover the history of this storied exhibition through archival footage and historical photographs, accompanied by the voices of curators and artists.

Installation view of the Ninth Annual Exhibition, 1904