Pittsburgh, PA
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Andy Warhol Museum |
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117 Sandusky St, Pittsburgh 15212 • 412-237-8300
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NORTH SIDE. One of the only museums dedicated to one artist, this institution honors Pittsburgh native Andy Warhol with the exhibition of over 500 of his works in the seven-story former warehouse. The museum store and the cafe are accessible without museum admission. |
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Carnegie Museum of Art |
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4400 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh 15213-4080 • 412-622-3131
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OAKLAND. Andrew Carnegie started this museum's earliest collections in 1896, with an emphasis on modern art. The galleries showcase works by artists such as Degas, Van Gogh, Durer, Cassatt and Hopper. More recent exhibits include photography and video displays, and there are also a collection of sculpture and architectural models. Be sure to see the fabulous marble hall of sculpture, modeled after the Parthenon. Admission includes access to Carnegie Museum of Natural History. |
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Carnegie Museum of Natural History |
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4400 Forbes Ave, Oakland 15213 • 412-622-3131
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OAKLAND. This fascinating museum presents informative exhibits that focus on wildlife, earth science and anthropology. Beautiful dioramas display numerous species and recreate their natural habitat. Visitors rush to the PaleoLab to see Samson, a fossilized Tyrannosaurus rex, as well as the world's largest collection of fossils. Also popular is the polar world hall, which features a walk-in replica of an igloo. Admission price includes access to the Carnegie Museum of Art. |
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Carnegie Science Center |
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1 Allegheny Ave, Pittsburgh 15212 • 412-237-3400
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NORTH SIDE. This 40,000 square foot facility houses so much, that it's impossible to list it all. Over 250 interactive exhibits include a planetarium, miniature railroad exhibit, Omnimax Theater, the USS Requin (WWII sub), and a health-science center. General Admission includes Carnegie Science Center Exhibits, Buhl Planetarium, and USS Requin. Don't forget to check out the XPLOR Store on the first floor, and the River View Cafe on the ground floor. On Steelers home game days the center either closes for the day or closes early. |
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Children's Museum of Pittsburgh |
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10 Childrens Way Allegheny Square, North Side, Pittsburgh 15212-5250 • 412-322-5058
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NORTH SIDE. The Children's Museum of Pittsburgh provides a great getaway for the child and the child wannabe. The hands-on exhibits include live performances, workshops, parties, storytelling, and the two-story Kids' Climber.
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Fort Pitt Museum |
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101 Commonwealth Pl Point State Park, Pittsburgh 15222-1213 • 412-281-9284
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DOWNTOWN. Pittsburgh's military history is experienced through more than 70 dioramas and other exhibits. Ticket admission is cash only, but they do accept Visa and MasterCard in the gift shop.
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Frick Art and Historical Center |
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7227 Reynolds St, Pittsburgh 15208 • 412-371-0600
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POINT BREEZE. Formerly the estate of industrialist Henry Frick, this complex features a number of attractions. Inside Clayton, the restored Victorian mansion, you'll find a plethora of original furnishings and artifacts. You may enjoy a visit to the Car and Carriage museum, which has over 20 vintage autos, including a 1914 Rolls Royce Silver Ghost. The Frick Art Museum houses Helen Clay Frick's personal collection of paintings, porcelains, and bronzes. Also of interest are 5 1/2 acres of well-manicured grounds, greenhouse, café, visitor's center, and museum shop. |
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User Rating: 10
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Mattress Factory |
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500 Sampsonia Way, Pittsburgh 15212 • 412-231-3169
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NORTH SIDE. Works by artists William Anastasi, Winifred Lutz, and Bill Woodrow are featured in this space. Often, the floor is devoted to an artist-in-residence to create new works. Changing exhibits are common. |
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User Rating: 6
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Nationality Rooms at the Cathedral of Learning |
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4200 5th Ave University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburg 15260 • 412-624-6000
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OAKLAND. The Nationality Rooms are housed in the University of Pittsburgh's Cathedral of Learning. Twenty six rooms showcase furnishings and artifacts that represent the cultural backgrounds of various ethnic groups. The striking Gothic-style cathedral, composed of a steel frame concealed by walls made of Indiana limestone, stands 535 feet (42 stories) tall. |
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Senator John Heinz History Center |
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1212 Smallman St, Pittsburgh 15222 • 412-454-6000
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STRIP DISTRICT. Housed in the Chautauqua Ice Warehouse, the center preserves and displays a large collection of artifacts, archives, and photos documenting the history of the region. The headquarters of the Historical Society of Western Pennsylvania, the Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum, a café, and children's section are also on the premises. Docent-led tours are available. |
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