Your Destinations for Holiday Fun
Celebrate at Carnegie Museums! Visit old favorites and discover new traditions.
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Carnegie Museums of Art and Natural History
Holiday Hours: Closed Tuesdays, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day. Closing at 3 p.m. on November 27 and New Year’s Eve.
Carnegie Trees
Through Jan. 12, 2025
For over six decades, the annual installation and decoration of the soaring evergreens in the Hall of Architecture, fondly known as the Carnegie Trees, has been the signature tradition of the Women’s Committee of Carnegie Museum of Art. This year’s Carnegie Trees highlight the unique treasures that make the Steel City remarkable.
Neapolitan presepio
Through Jan. 12, 2025
Handmade by artists in the Royal Court of Naples between 1700 and 1830, the presepio includes superbly modeled humans, animals, angelic figures, and architectural elements
Friends and Family Photo Studio
Through Dec. 8
Make Carnegie Museum of Art the backdrop for your seasonal photo! Gather friends, family, loved ones, or yourself for a portrait taken by a professional photographer.
Storytime at the Museum
Through the end of 2024
Hear nature and science stories read by our Natural History Interpreters and get a chance to touch museum specimens. Stop by for one page, one book, or stay for the whole 45 minutes.
Powdermill Nature Reserve
Family Nature Walk at Powdermill
Dec. 7, 2-3:00 p.m.
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.
Jolly Opossum
Dec. 21, Noon-2:00 p.m.
Visit Powdermill Nature Reserve to hear the tale of the Jolly Opossum! This story will delve into what the creatures of the forest are up to during the holidays. Meet Dr. Skunk, Mx. Chickadee, Mr. Bear, and, of course, the Jolly Opossum. We will also make festive holiday ornaments/decorations. Children of all ages are welcome..
Family Nature Walk at Powdermill
Jan. 4, 2025, 2-3:00 p.m.
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.
Carnegie Science Center
Holiday Hours: Closed Tuesdays (except November 26, December 24, and December 31), Thanksgiving, and Christmas. Closing at 4 p.m. on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve). Closed Thursday, November 28 and Sunday, December 8 for the Steelers game
Miniature Railroad & Village®
Visit the Miniature Railroad & Village® to take a look at the newest addition, Chinatown Inn, the last surviving business of the Chinatown neighborhood of Pittsburgh from the mid-19th to early 20th centuries.
Holiday Film Series
Find that holiday magic at The Rangos Giant Cinema every week with holiday classics such as The Muppet Christmas Carol (1992), Elf (2003), How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000), and The Polar Express (3D).
Laser Holiday Magic
Through Jan. 2
Daily at 2 p.m., additional 4 p.m. showtimes
Enjoy the magic of the holiday season with a festive laser celebration that’s perfect for the whole family. This show features traditional and contemporary versions of beloved holiday tunes.
Venture through The Science Behind Pixar
Through Jan. 5, 2025
Step into the world of Pixar in this blockbuster and interactive exhibition with Woody, Buzz Lightyear, Mike and Sulley, Nemo and Dory, and all your favorite Pixar characters!
The Andy Warhol Museum
Holiday Hours: Closed Tuesdays, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas, and New Year’s Day. Closing at 3 p.m. on November 27 and New Year’s Eve.
KAWS + Warhol
On view through Jan 20, 2025
In celebration of its 30th anniversary, The Warhol presents KAWS + Warhol, the first exhibition to examine the dark themes present in the work of both artists. From skulls to car crashes, both artists deploy their signature bright colors and pop culture references while also presenting the lurid spectacle of death.