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Landmarks Community Capital Seeks Input in Application for Funds
Landmarks Community Capital Corporation (LCC) — a non-profit lending subsidiary of our organization — advances historic preservation by helping to finance real estate development projects that facilitate renovation of buildings in low-to-moderate-income and historic neighborhoods and communities in the Pittsburgh region.
GOATS RETURN TO FRICK PARK
Goats have traditionally been used to manage the growth of invasive plant species, particularly in the forests of the western states that are prone to wildfires, and to manage grazing lands or rights-of-way for utilities companies.
Contemporary Craft featured artist of the month Tanya Crane
Contemporary Craft is excited to have jewelry artist Tanya Crane as our Featured Artist of the Month! Tanya is the latest guest on our podcast Sounds from the Studio, and will be teaching a visiting artist workshop on painting and drawing on enamel.
A multi-million dollar chess match
What does a chess match at the end of a gay bar bar crawl have to do with ice manufacturing, Whooley’s Market, the mob, the library, and a historical society? Well, everything of course.
History Center Adds Collection of Pittsburgh Astronaut Jay Apt
The Senator John Heinz History Center – the Smithsonian’s home in Pittsburgh – recently added a collection artifacts, photos, documents, and other archival information to its Rauh Jewish History Program & Archives that explores the life of Pittsburgh astronaut Jerome “Jay” Apt.
THE PITTSBURGH PARKS CONSERVANCY COMPLETES FIRST PHASE OF FLAGSTAFF HILL RESTORATION WORK
The Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy today announced it has completed the first phase of its restoration work at Flagstaff Hill in Schenley Park, helping preserve the iconic site’s historical integrity while improving its ecological health.
Name the Exhibit Survey
The Carnegie Museum of Natural History is working on a new exhibition and are trying to choose a title. You can help make the call by filling out this brief survey.
PCAM Member & Student Highlight: Anna Owens
The Pittsburgh Center for Arts and Media love that every day they get to admire the hard work of their members and students, not just in the studios but also on their walls! The 2nd Annual Member & Student Exhibition is still on view in their Scaife building through August 27th, so there's still time to check it out. In the meantime, get to know one of the printmaking members, Anna Owens!
Pittsburgh Perspectives Festival
The music was sublime, a mix of classical, jazz, and some styles I’m not even sure have names. All of it brilliant. None of it too heady to enjoy. If you weren’t there, you missed something special.
Past is Present— Bridges Video
We look at bridges as we continue “Past is Present,” our series of vignettes featuring stories and a look at the history of the buildings, bridges, and landmarks that help define Pittsburgh’s historic beauty.
PHLF Accepts Easement on Fort Pitt Blvd Building
Our organization is pleased to announce that we have received a preservation easement on 239 Fort Pitt Boulevard, a c. 1890 Queen Anne-style commercial building located in Downtown Pittsburgh’s Firstside National Register Historic District.
Landmarks Scholarship Reception Celebrates Community-Minded Young People
David Brashear, chairman of our organization’s Landmarks Scholarship Committee presented winners of three scholarships and 11 honorable mention award recipients at a reception held at the Grand Concourse restaurant in Station Square on June 27.
Contemporary Craft Launches Podcast - Sounds from the Studio
Contemporary Craft (CC) is pleased to announce the launch of its new podcast, Sounds from the Studio. Co-hosted by CC Executive Director Rachel Saul Rearick and Kahmeela Adams of RuggedAngel Productions, this monthly podcast launches with an interview with fiber artist Akiko Kotani.
Letter from August Wilson Center President
As the days grow warmer and we look ahead to the excitement of summer, I want to extend an invitation for you to join us at the August Wilson African American Cultural Center (AWAACC) in the weeks ahead. The Center will once again be offering a variety of visual arts programming, musical performances, and community events for the entire family.
Harmony Society Music is Focus of Hidden Sounds Program
“Old Economy is lucky to have the musical archives of the Harmony Society,” says Sarah Buffington, Curator at Old Economy Village. “For this event visitors can view items from those archives, as well as some of the mid-19th century musical instruments played at Harmony Society concerts.”
Sometimes Monotony is Good: Stories of Motherhood in the Time of Covid
Video 2 started. Another mother had her children in the USA but took them back to Afghanistan to visit family. While there, her husband contracted Covid.
Winston Churchill was a Team Player
Coohill elaborated that the lone genius/hero is so rare that if one is found or made, it’s likely by accident. The most successful and most heroic throughout history have always relied on teamwork.
PROCESS: Batista, Dugas, Turri Exhibition Opens at Irma Freeman Center
PROCESS: Batista, Dugas, Turri is an art exhibition presented at the Irma Freeman Center for Imagination from June 30 through September 2, 2022. The paintings of three contemporary artists; Kenneth Batista, James Dugas and Scott Turri are displayed in adjacent interplay in the beautiful gallery rooms of the Freeman Center and share the poetic mystery of their creators' process.
Pittsburgh Glassblower on Netflix's Blown Away
Pittsburgh artist and glassblower John Sharvincompetes in "Blown Away" Season 3, a glassblowing competition on Netflix. All 10 episodes of Season 3 will be released on Friday, July 22, 2022.
Carnegie Museum of Art Announces Artists Participating in the 58th Carnegie International, titled Is it morning for you yet?
Today, Carnegie Museum of Art officially announces artists and collectives that will participate in the upcoming 58th Carnegie International. The exhibition, titled Is it morning for you yet?, runs from September 24, 2022 to April 2, 2023, and unfolds along two conceptual overlapping currents: historical works from the collections of international institutions, estates, and artists...
Looking for a fun and spooky way to celebrate Halloween with the kids or your significant other? Kennywood’s Phantom Fall Fest has you covered! This signature Halloween event offers something for everyone, allowing you to tailor your spooky experience based on the time of day. Whether you're seeking family-friendly fun or spine-chilling thrills, Kennywood has it all!