Join us as the engines on exhibit come out of Winter hibernation.

The Youth Writers Camp is an inspiring and creative space for middle and high school students passionate about writing. This four-week camp provides an opportunity to explore various forms of writing, from poetry and plays to short stories and songwriting, while connecting with contemporary issues like social justice and the literary legacy of August Wilson.

The Youth Writers Camp is an inspiring and creative space for middle and high school students passionate about writing. This four-week camp provides an opportunity to explore various forms of writing, from poetry and plays to short stories and songwriting, while connecting with contemporary issues like social justice and the literary legacy of August Wilson.

Hop on over to the Railroaders Memorial Museum for a fun-filled Easter Egg Hunt! Kids can search for eggs while families enjoy a day at the museum.

Food & Drinks Available for Purchase!

Make it a full day of food, fun, and egg-citing memories! Bring the whole family and join us for lunch and an egg hunt!

A statewide celebration! Pennsylvania's Birthday commemorates the founding of Pennsylvania through the 1681 Charter that King Charles the II of Great Britain granted to William Penn. FREE

Find inspiration in the work of Beverley Buchanan and create a 3D house sculpture from cardboard and found objects.

Escape to Historic Pithole City and shake off the Winter blues with history and fun. If there is snow, grab your sled and cruise now the legendary boomtown's slopes or build a snowman.

Sparkling Ice Statues by our friends from DiMartino Ice will grace Fountain Park!

Explore mixed media collage! Use color and pattern to make a web design with paint and sequins. Felt and fabric will complete the project with a sparkly spider. 

Create a drawing with a vintage look. Choose your own subject matter and learn a new technique for adding texture to your art. 

11-1PM Live Music Feature at The Artists Hand to add to the Festivities! Some impromptu music features throughout the day may also pop up...

CALL THE MUSEUM OFFICE FOR RESERVATIONS (724) 527-5584.

Rivers of Steel's renowned Festival of Combustion, sponsored by United States Steel, returns to the Carrie Blast Furnaces on October 5, from 1:00 to 9:00 p.m., with exciting new activities, performances, and collaborations. This unique event draws thousands of visitors of all ages to celebrate industrial arts and American craftsmanship through interactive workshops, trade demonstrations, guided tours, live music, fireworks, and more. Inspired by the iron-making heritage of this National Historic Landmark, the festival showcases an expertly coordinated iron pour by Rivers of Steel’s metal arts team, alongside guest artists from around the country. Additionally, a secondary aluminum pour features scratch molds created by festival attendees!

In the early morning of July 16, 1794, 50 angry and armed farmers approached the residence of John Neville, to demand that he turn over the tax records for the Federal excise tax on whiskey. Gunfire was exchanged and several of the farmers were shot...one fatally. On the following day, over 500 farmers surrounded Neville's house, which was now being protected by a dozen U.S. soldiers from Fort Fayette in Pittsburgh.

Experience our NEW “Kid’s Zone” exhibit, Scavenger Hunt, Make Cards for Veterans, Hands-On Activities with Artifacts, Selfie Station and more.

The Johnstown Children’s Museum is turning 15, and you’re invited to our birthday party! Admission to the museum will be free on June 8, and we’ll have all kinds of extra activities and fun

Ligonier Street from Weldon to Main and Main to Depot will be filled with food and beverage vendors, local artisans, as well as downtown merchants and eateries.

Honor those who have served our country by attending Soldiers & Sailors’ annual Memorial Day Ceremony & Celebration.This rain or shine event is FREE and open to the public.

Celebrate Easter at Latrobe Art Center by painting a candy-loving bunny and participating in an Easter Egg Hunt throughout the gallery!

Zero hour 10 a.m. It’s lonely out in space—so come to the Museum for a sculpture event. Will it be Mars or the moon? Astronaut or alien? Create an out of this world 3D scene. Materials will be provided.

The Rainbow Fish will enchant even the youngest child with his silver scales and heart of gold in this award-winning book about the beautiful fish who learned to share his most prized possession.

Come eat junk and watch Home Alone at the Rangos Giant Cinema! Snacks, popcorn, and pop available for purchase at the concession stand. Go easy on the Pepsi, you’re not going to want to miss a single second of this holiday classic movie.

Let’s get ready for the 2023 Christmas Bird Count (CBC)! Join us at Powdermill Nature Center for a workshop all about this important community science project, and help tally and identify birds as part of the Rector area count.

The Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra will present Disney’s The Muppet Christmas Carol in Concert featuring a screening of the complete film with the musical score performed live to the film.

Join us as we hit the trails for a guided nature walk! We’ll meet in the atrium of the Powdermill Nature Center at 2 pm before heading outside to explore. This family-friendly experience is open to participants of all ages.

Ready to jumpstart your holiday fun? Join us for a series of challenges where kids compete against the adults.