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About the Carnegie Mansion

History of the Mansion

Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum is housed in the former home of industrial magnate Andrew Carnegie. The 64-room mansion , built from 1899 to 1902, is an impressive testament to the desire of Carnegie and his wife, Louise Whitfield Carnegie, to build a spacious, comfortable, and light-filled home in which to raise their daughter, Margaret. The architectural firm of Babb, Cook & Willard designed the mansion in the solidly comfortable style of an English Georgian country house. When Carnegie purchased the land for the house in 1898, he purposely bought property far north of where his peers were living. The relatively open space allowed him to build a large garden—one of the few private enclosed green spaces in Manhattan—that is still a beautiful oasis today.

The house was also planned as a place where Carnegie, after his retirement in 1901, could oversee the philanthropic projects to which he would dedicate the final decades of his life. Over the course of his lifetime, Carnegie directed the donation of some $350 million to education, cultural institutions, and the promotion of world peace. From his private office in the mansion, Carnegie also donated money to build a network of over 1,500 free public libraries in communities across the country and to the improvement of communities and educational institutions in Great Britain.

The house is a fascinating study in innovative design. It was the first private residence in the United States to have a structural steel frame and one of the first in New York to have a residential Otis passenger elevator (now in the collection of the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History in Washington, DC). Other innovations included its central heating, a precursor to air conditioning, and a cellar coal car that traveled over a miniature train track to transfer fuel from a storage bin to enormous twin boilers.

The building received landmark status in 1974 and in 1976 opened as the Smithsonian Institution’s Cooper-Hewitt Museum. In 2014, the museum was renamed Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum.

LEED SILVER CERTIFICATION

In 2015, the mansion and Cooper Hewitt campus earned LEED Silver certification from the United States Green Building Council. The LEED rating system is the foremost program for buildings, homes, and communities that are designed, constructed, maintained, and operated for improved environmental and human health performance. The project to attain certification for Cooper Hewitt, which first began with the renovation planning stage in 2006, involved optimizing the mansion’s energy performance, purchasing “Green-e” certified electrical supply, water use reduction, community connectivity, and many other enhancements of the museum campus.

Transforming the museum

From 2011 to 2014, Cooper Hewitt closed its doors for a mammoth renovation project, a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to reinvent the museum experience and expand access to design. The transformation of the Carnegie Mansion into a 21st-century museum respected the spirit and character of the landmark building and restored key features to their original grandeur, while also increasing the museum’s total exhibition space from approximately 10,000 square feet to 17,000 square feet—including the new 6,000-square-foot Barbara and Morton Mandel Design Gallery. Of equal importance, the renovation provided much needed upgrades to lighting and signage, more flexibility to reduce exhibition installation time and better accommodate object handling, and enhance public access on every level.

The multiphase project also provided for the creation of the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Library , which includes the Arthur Ross Reading Room, an additional study room, and the Fred and Rae S. Friedman Rare Book Room.

Leading design firms

A team of the world’s leading design firms joined forces with the museum to realize the vision of the new Cooper Hewitt.

• Gluckman Mayner Architects collaborated with the museum on the interior renovation of the mansion.
• Beyer Blinder Belle Architects and Planners LLP oversaw the engineering, architectural, and historic preservation aspects of the project.
• Hood Design Studio evolved the 1901 Richard Schermerhorn, Jr., design for the a private garden into a vibrant public green space.
• Diller Scofidio + Renfro designed the casework and the first layout of the modular display cases for the exhibitions in the first- and second-floor galleries, as well as the visitors services desk, the 90th Street entrance canopy, the LED lighting of the museum’s historic granite piers, and SHOP Cooper Hewitt.
• Local Projects focused on the design and production of the interactive creative technologies.
• GE, Sistelnetworks, Undercurrent, and MakeSimply helped design, prototype, and realize the Pen.
• Tellart helped to integrate the Pen into the visitor experience.
• Ideum developed the interactive table hardware.
• Goppion engineered and fabricated the casework in the ground-, first-, and second-floor galleries.
• Pentagram designed the museum’s new graphic identity and signage.
• Chester Jenkins designed the Cooper Hewitt typeface.

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Morning Musings: A Senior Social

April 25, 2022, 10:00 am - 1:30 pm, at the museum, event navigation.

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Looking for an exciting way to spend your morning? Carnegie Museum of Natural History invites you to explore nature throughout the museum with an open house featuring tours and refreshments for seniors. Meet with one of the museum’s Natural History Interpreters and journey through some of Carnegie Museum of Natural History’s most historic and scientifically significant, and beloved collections.

Breakfast will be available in a Senior Social lounge.

This event is free for anyone ages 65+ whether you’ve already signed up for a Senior Membership from Carnegie Museum of Pittsburgh or just want to see what it’s all about.

Multiple tours will be offered throughout the morning and early afternoon as well as the option to enjoy refreshments and take a self-guided tour of the museum. Reserve early – this event will sell out!

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Thanks to a grant from the City of Port Huron, the Blue Water Convention and Visitors Bureau and SEMCO Energy, we are able to offer free admission at the Carnegie Museum, HURON Lightship and Thomas Edison Depot Museum. Find out more to do in the area at BlueWater.org !  Suggested donation is $3 per person. 

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Winter & Spring Hours : January 3 – May 26 Wednesday - Sunday 10am - 5pm Closed Easter Last entry for tours is at 4pm. Museum store remains open until 5pm.

Summer Hours : May 27 – September 15 Open Daily 10am - 5pm Last entry for tours is at 4pm. Museum store remains open until 5pm.

Fall Hours : September 16 - December 22 Wednesday - Sunday 10am - 5pm Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day. Last entry for tours is at 4pm. Museum store remains open until 5pm.

Open to group tours year round by appointment. Call (810) 982-0891, ext. 118 for details. Group tours must be booked in advance in order to be accommodated.

Location: 1115 Sixth Street, Port Huron, MI 48060

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The Carnegie Center is fully wheelchair accessible.

Experience our history!

Constructed in 1902 by Pittsburgh-based steel magnate and philanthropist Andrew Carnegie for $45,000, what is now the Port Huron Museum’s Main Museum was originally the Port Huron Public Library. After the City Library merged with the St. Clair County Library, the building was slated for demolition. Through the dedicated efforts of concerned volunteers, the Museum of Arts & History opened its doors on May 3, 1968. The Port Huron Museum is home to over 45,000 objects and archival items relating to the history, pre-history and culture of the Blue Water Area.

While all of our sites have items from the Port Huron Museum’s collection, the majority of our object, document, and photograph collections are housed at the Carnegie Center. The Port Huron Museum is proud to display the largest ship model collection throughout Michigan in our continually growing James C. Acheson Marine Gallery. From Whence We Came: Black History in the Blue Water Area is our latest Permanent exhibit. A 6,000+ square feet gallery space houses rotating exhibits and changes routinely, so there is always something new! Click here for information on the current exhibit at the Carnegie Center.

We have recently finished Phase II of Carnegie Reimagined! This project included the removal of our original library stacks while maintaining the support and structure of our original glass Mezzanine floor.  Phase II renovations were funded by a generous grant from the Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs. Click here for more details on the renovation project.

Visit the Kammer Cabin located on the grounds of the Carnegie Museum! The 1850's cabin is a living history exhibit depicting rural life in St. Clair County.

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Widening the Lens Members Exclusive Event

Fri., May 17, 6–9 p.m. This event is FREE for members

Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh members are invited to a special preview of our new exhibition, Widening the Lens: Photography, Ecology, and the Contemporary Landscape .

Featuring nearly 100 works by 19 artists, this exhibition explores nuanced relationships between humans and their environment. From classic black-and-white images to immersive installations, the works presented in Widening the Lens offer alternative stories about the landscapes around us and alternate histories of landscape photography.

Join us for a private look at the exhibition after the museum closes. Socialize with fellow members over light bites, engage with docents, and enjoy a cash bar.

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Xaviera Simmons, Sundown (Number Two) (detail), 2018, Courtesy of the artist and David Castillo, Miami © Xaviera Simmons

Members Preview: KAWS + Warhol

Saturday, May 18, 8:30 a.m.–10 a.m. This event is FREE for members

Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh members are invited to celebrate The Warhol’s 30th anniversary at an exclusive exhibition preview. Experience a private look at the KAWS + Warhol exhibition before it opens to the public. Enjoy morning refreshments and socialize with other members.

Doors open at 8:30 a.m.

KAWS, GONE , 2018, © KAWS

The Science Behind Pixar Members Preview

Friday, May 24, 6–10 p.m. Tickets for Members are $15

Members are invited to an exclusive preview of The Science Behind Pixar at the Carnegie Science Center. Enjoy a unique look into the Pixar process and explore the science and technology behind some of the most beloved animated films and their characters with The Science Behind Pixar. Get an unparalleled view of the production pipeline and the science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) concepts used at Pixar every day. Participate in fun hands-on activities, listen to firsthand accounts from members of the studios’ production teams, and even come face-to-face with re-creations of your favorite Pixar film characters, including Buzz Lightyear, Dory, Mike and Sulley, Edna Mode, WALL•E, and beyond!

Carnegie Connectors Young Professionals: The Stories We Keep

Fri., May 31, 6:00 pm – 9:30 p.m. Exclusive event for young professionals, 21-40.

Join us for a Carnegie Connector’s exclusive event at Carnegie Museum of Natural History! Engage with museum objects like never before, pose questions to conservators, and learn the tricks and tools of the conservation trade at The Stories We Keep: Conserving Objects from Ancient Egypt.

Every object in the museum’s care has stories, from its creation and original use to the diligent conservation work undertaken to preserve it for future generations. This exhibition features more than 80 items from ancient Egypt—including the 4,000-year-old Dahshur boat, one of four in existence in the world—and the work necessary to safeguard them.

Network with members, interact with a conservator, and enjoy complimentary drinks and light bites at this exclusive event. Business casual or party attire suggested.

You must be 21 years of age or older to attend this event. Valid ID is required for entry.

Mindful Museum

Wellbeing through Art for Visitors 55+

Wed., Apr. 17–July 31, 2024 Wed., Sept. 11–Dec. 11, 2024 No sessions Aug. 7–Sept. 4 9 a.m.–1 p.m.

Experience something new each Wednesday at Carnegie Museum of Art! Expand your mind and refresh your body with chair yoga, drawing and art-making, 30-minute guided tours through the galleries, meditations, art history classes, and online offerings. New this year are special sessions with guest senior artists and classes led by museum curators! Each Wednesday is designed for you to choose your path for learning, connecting, or just spending time surrounded by art. New and returning museum visitors age 55+ are welcome.

When we’re able, we’re recording virtual content created just for members. Due to copyright restrictions, we’re unable to record virtual events that show artworks not in the public domain.

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Looking Closely: Lessons from Carnegie Museums’ “Natural History Art” Collection

In 1973, the “M. Graham Netting Animal Portraiture Collection” was established through a grant by the Scaife Family Charitable Trusts. In the years that followed, Graham Netting, former Director and Curator of Amphibians and Reptiles at Carnegie Museum of Natural History, used these funds to build an eccentric collection of hundreds of prints, drawings, paintings, photographs, and archival ephemera by Natural History staff, scientists, naturalists, illustrators, and other makers. Deirdre M. Smith, Teaching Assistant Professor of Museum Studies, University of Pittsburgh; Assistant Curator, Carnegie Museum of Natural History will share images and stories from the collection, exploring what it can teach audiences today about the history of the museum, and the history of art and science.

Recorded May 9, 2024

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Winifred Austen,  Golden Orioles  (1909), Watercolor on board, 20 x 27 in., NHA 28.266

A Very Andy Show and Tell

Next month, we will be celebrating our very own Andy Warhol Museum’s 30th anniversary. Did you know there is another museum dedicated solely to the artist over 4,500 miles away in Slovakia? Andy Warhol Museum of Modern Art in Medzilaborce (MMUAW) opened in 1991, making it the first museum in the world to be dedicated entirely to the Pop artist. MMUAW focuses its galleries on the life and work of Warhol as well as other contemporary artists who personally knew him such as Keith Haring and Jean-Michell Basquiat. Amongst authentic artifacts like Andy’s snakeskin jacket, prayer book, and cassette player, the museum’s most valuable piece is the Warhol brothers’ authentic baptismal gown, which Andy and both of his brothers wore during their baptisms.

In 2016, The Andy Warhol Museum of Modern Art celebrated its 25th anniversary and Donald Warhola, Andy Warhol’s nephew, visited the museum with his family on this special occassion. Click to hear about Donald’s experience at MMUAW along with his personal stories about Uncle Andy — all in celebration of The Andy Warhol Museum’s 30th anniversary this May!

Recorded April 25, 2024

March Mammal Madness

The producers of March Mammal Madness 2024 have put together an amazing lineup of combatants for this year’s event, including mammals and non-mammals. There are even poisonous plants! As curator of mammals at Carnegie Museum of Natural History, John Wible repeats the same question that he asks each year: will this be the year that a non-mammal finally wins the tournament? Formidable non-mammal combatants include the giant squid and great white shark. Yikes! Fan favorites include the sparklemuffin peacock spider and Lucy, Australopithecus afarensis, an early member of the human family tree. Who will win between the chestnut-headed bee-eater (a bird) versus a bee! John will discuss the history of winners and losers of the 12 prior March Mammal Madness events and preview the 2024 finals.

Recorded April 2, 2024

Zoom In: Titled/Untitled What’s it all about?

Carnegie Museum of Art has a vast collection of over 100,000 art pieces spanning thousands of years from hundreds of artists around the world. There is so much more than you think when it comes to titling or “un-titling” a work of art. Join a talented team of docents as they explore the importance of titling artwork, where titles come from, the meaning of “Untitled,” and more. Join us and enjoy the museum’s diverse and intriguing collection of art all from the comfort of your own home!

Recorded Tuesday, March 19, 2024

Installation view of the Lenka Clayton/Jon Rubin collaborative work Fruit and Other Things from the 2018 Carnegie International.

Zoom In: The Neapolitan Presepio

Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Carnegie Museum of Art’s Neapolitan presepio with Curatorial Assistant Alyssa Velazquez. ‘Zoom In’ from the comfort of your home as she guides you through the enchanting world of 18th-century Naples, delving into the history, art, and tradition encapsulated in these miniature marvels. Join us on Tuesday, December 12 at 7 p.m. for this immersive experience, where the past comes alive on your screen, offering a rich understanding of both art and museum tradition.

Recorded Tuesday, December 12, 2023

Virtual Owl Prowl

Join us from the comfort of your home as we travel 55 miles southeast of Pittsburgh to the beautiful woodlands of Powdermill Nature Reserve, home of The Powdermill Avian Research Center, also known as PARC. Over 60 years ago PARC took flight and has since become nationally known as one of the longest-running, year-round, professional bird banding operations in the country, celebrating a major milestone of banding 700,000 birds just a few years ago!

Close out the 2023 bird-banding season in the field with two of our wonderful Powdermill scientists, Annie Lindsay and Luke Degroote, while we learn more about the owls that call our region home. Get a behind-the-scenes look at Powdermill science in action as they search for our nocturnal yet bewitching feathered friends in this year’s Virtual Owl Prowl.

Recorded Friday, Nov. 17, 2023

Virtual Star Party 2023

Fly to the far reaches of the galaxy to the stars over Pittsburgh at Carnegie Science Center’s Buhl Planetarium! This guided interstellar journey of the constellations found in the November night sky will surely delight, educate, and inspire members of all ages. The galaxy is ours in this Virtual Star Party!

Recorded Tuesday, Nov. 14, 2023

The Past, Present and Future of Our Anthropology Collection: A Discussion with the New Collection Manager

With over 100,000 objects from around the world, Carnegie Museum of Natural History’s ethnographic collections are a source of knowledge and inspiration. Becoming fully acquainted with the breadth of this collection can take a lifetime; a journey that its new Collection Manager, Kristina Gaugler, is excited to begin. Learn more about her background, as well as an introduction to some of the collection’s notable anthropological objects, the many new projects underway, and the vision for the future of the collection.

This zoom event is hosted by Carnegie Discoverers, whose members share a passion for discovery and adventure, and are enthusiastic supporters of Carnegie Museum of Natural History.

Recorded Thursday, Sept. 14, 2023

Zoom In: California Dreamers: Art Inspired by the West Coast

No travel is required to join the Carnegie Museum of Art docents as they take a journey out West to ‘Zoom In’ on the art and artists of California.

Whether native born or a transplant to The Golden State, many artists have collectively created an imaginative environment unique to the West Coast. Natural elements, built environments, and a diversity of lifestyles have all inspired innovative and experimental forays in a range of art media. Recorded Tuesday, Sept. 12, 2023

Zoom In: Portraits in the Collection

Portraits date back at least 5,000 years ago to ancient Egypt, where a painting or sculpture was the only way to record the appearance of a person. Since then, painting, sculpture, and photography have created a world where a human face can be represented in nearly any medium—from a block of wood to a monochrome photograph. Be it clay, metal, oil, a disposable camera, or the phone in your hand—the subject stays the same.

Join Lucy Stewart, Senior Manager of Lifelong Learning, as she ‘zooms in’ on portraiture within the Carnegie Museum of Art’s collection and illuminates the world of likenesses, visages, profiles, and “windows to the soul.” Recorded Tuesday July11, 2023

Photo credits: Gertrude Kasebier, Portrait (Miss N.) (detail), 1903; John Singer Sargent, Portrait of a Boy (detail), 1890; Jean Metzinger, Man with Pipe (detail), ca. 1912, Gift of G. David Thompson © artist or artist’s estate / Licensed by Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York / ADAGP, Paris; Gertrude Kasebier, Portrait (Miss N.) (detail), 1903; Charles “Teenie” Harris, Charlene Foggie in light colored dress, standing next to jacquard chair, on her first birthday (detail), 1959.

The Art of Giving, According to Warhol

Andy Warhol: an American visual artist, film director, producer, originator of the pop art movement, and, importantly, a philanthropic visionary. In 1987, upon the unexpected passing of Warhol at 58, The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts was born from his will, dedicating nearly his entire estate to the cause of helping future generations of artists.

Join Donald Warhola, the Vice President and board member of The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts, on a deep dive into the influential work the Foundation does for museums around the world while preserving Warhol’s legacy through creative and responsible licensing policies and extensive scholarly research for ongoing cataloging projects. Recorded Thursday May 25, 2023

Mars Mythology

He is the God of war, Guardian of agriculture, Spring, fertility, virility, and bounteous nature. He is Mars. Mars—or as the Ancient Greeks originally called him, Ares—begins as the god of bloodshed, not widely admired (unsurprisingly) by his fellow Olympians or us Earthly mortals. However, once Rome comes about, Ares gets a rebrand to become Mars, the emblem of Rome’s military dominance and a symbol of its overall prosperity and success. Not all that dissimilar from how Mars the planet has transitioned from being the (imagined) home to hostile alien invaders to humankind’s (possible) new benefactor.

Join us for this exclusive and illuminating journey through mythology and history as we explore the many stories of Mars with Dr. Andrew Korzeniewski! Recorded April 20, 2023

Expedition Patagonia: A Welcome Home Wrap-Up

Join Carnegie Museums as we say “¡bienvenidos a casa!” to our amazing team of scientists for this online event open to all! Hear directly from Mary R. Dawson Associate Curator of Vertebrate Paleontology Dr. Matt Lamanna and Curatorial Assistant Linsly Church about the surprises, delights, and discoveries of their 3-week adventure in Patagonia. What fossils were unearthed? What were the “accommodations” like out in the field? What kinds of challenges did Mother Nature have in store for the team? Find out during this recap of our incredible journey.

Hadrosaurs, Titanosaurs, and Megaraptors (Oh, my!). Get the behind-the-scenes scoop on the expedition with a debrief and public Q&A featuring Dr. Matt Lamanna and Linsly Church. Recorded March 28, 2023

Expedition Patagonia: What to Know Before We Go

Maybe you’ve heard the exciting news? Carnegie Museum of Natural History’s Vertebrate Paleontology team is headed south for a fossil-filled expedition to the distant region of Patagonia. Learn about the “Who”, “What”, “Where” and “Why” of this incredible trip from Dr. Matt Lamanna and Linsly Church. You’ll also get the inside scoop on how to stay engaged with these scientists throughout their 3-week hunt for dinosaurs. We’ll then turn it over to our audience for all of your burning questions. Recorded February 13, 2023

For more information about livestreams from Patagonia check out our Expedition Patagonia landing page.

Zoom In: Tea with King Tutankhamun at the Winter Palace Hotel

Many know parts of the story of the 1922 discovery of King Tutankhamun’s tomb in Egypt’s the Valley of the Kings. There was the thrill of discovery, the “glint of gold,” and the rumors of a mummy’s curse. There was, and still is, a lot of conflict surrounding the discovery itself. To whom did it belong? Where should the artifacts go? Who gets to decide? The fight for King Tutanhkamun’s tomb would be waged by European and American men in locales as humble as a tiny tomb in the earth and as opulent as the Winter Palace Hotel in nearby Luxor. Join Carnegie Museums and Dr. Kathleen Sheppard for this exclusive journey into the role of Egyptian hotels in the creation, manipulation, and dissemination of Egyptological knowledge! Recorded January 19, 2023

Join Carnegie Museums from Home for our final virtual event of 2022 as we take a closer look at the Neapolitan Presepio. A centuries-old tradition in Naples and southern Italy, the presepio is an elaborate nativity scene recreated with miniature figures arranged in a detailed panorama of 18th-century life in Naples. Carnegie Museum of Art’s Curatorial Assistant of Decorative Arts and Design, Alyssa Velazquez, will guide us through the superbly modeled humans, animals, angelic figures, and architectural elements which have made this artwork a Pittsburgh holiday tradition since 1957. Recorded Thursday, December 15

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Powdermill Owl Prowl

As the late autumn chill sets in the air and the nights grow longer still, it’s a fine time to celebrate our nocturnal feathered friends. We’re pleased to invite you to join Annie Lindsay and Lucas Degroote, two of our wonderful scientists at Powdermill Nature Reserve, for a one-of-a-kind Owl Prowl Event! Learn more about the wonderful owls that call our region home and get an exclusive behind-the-scenes peek at Powdermill science in action as Annie and Lucas search for these elusive and spellbinding birds in real time. No scarf or gloves required: you can take in this Zoom event right from the comforts of home! Recorded Saturday, November 12

Biomechanics in Humans and Nature

Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh invites you to join Kevin Hart, Ph.D. Analytical Method Development Scientist II at Cook MyoSite, and John Wible, Curator of Mammals at Carnegie Museum of Natural History as they uncover the astonishing complexities between the human body and the animal kingdom, featuring the wondrous exhibition Nature’s Amazing Machines, currently on view at Carnegie Museum of Natural History. Recorded Thursday, October 27

Bigger, Stranger, and (Maybe) Scarier Than T. Rex: Meat-Eating Dinosaurs From the Southern Continents

Almost everyone knows about T. rex, but did you know that even larger and weirder carnivorous dinosaurs lived in the Southern Hemisphere continents at the same time? Learn all about this menacing menagerie of meat-eaters from Dr. Matt Lamanna, the dinosaur paleontologist at Carnegie Museum of Natural History. Dr. Lamanna and his many collaborators have spent the past 24 years exploring the southern continents for dinosaur fossils, discovering lots of new species along the way. In the process, they’ve added to our understanding of the terrifying predators that called these continents home. Recorded Thursday, October 20

Sip & Sketch with The Andy Warhol Museum

Join local artist and educator Emily Paige Armstrong from the comfort of your own home as you learn new drawing skills or build upon your own practice in this 90-minute life drawing class inspired by early works of Andy Warhol. In this event we will look at Warhol’s life drawing abilities and learn how to draw a seasonal bouquet from life—all while adding a Warholian twist. This event is for members of all ages at Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh as part of our Members Appreciation Week celebration. Recorded Wednesday, October 19

Zoom In: Backstory—Carnegie Internationals in Context

The 126-year history of the Carnegie International is just as complex as it is long. Discover pivotal moments in the exhibition’s history and the resulting impact on the building, on the city, and on our understanding of contemporary art. Recorded Tuesday, September 13

Alexander Calder’s, Pittsburgh, installed in the Grand Staircase at the 1958 Carnegie International. Current location: Pittsburgh International Airport.

From Egypt to Pittsburgh

Did you know 2022 marks the 100th anniversary of the excavation of Tutankhamun’s tomb? What better way to celebrate than with an in-depth dive into Carnegie Museum of Natural History’s upcoming exhibition, From Egypt to Pittsburgh ? Join Assistant Curator, Lisa Saladino Haney, as she explores a group of objects from the site of Amarna—the ancient Egyptian capital city founded by Tutankhamun‘s father—and traces their journey into the museum‘s care. We can‘t wait to share From Egypt to Pittsburgh with you, so join us for this exclusive preview! RecordedThursday, September 8

Zoom In: Carnegie International – Then and Now

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. Join a talented team of docents for a closer look at the works of art displayed in Carnegie Internationals past and present. They’ll zoom in on the details in these contemporary masterpieces that you may otherwise miss in the galleries. Recorded Tuesday, July 12

Installation view of Alex Da Corte’s Rubber Pencil Devil, from the 57th Carnegie International at the Carnegie Museum of Art. Photo by Bryan Conley.

Musings of / My / Self / As Muse Artist Talk with Maggie Mullin O’Hara

Maggie Mullin O’Hara is a multidisciplinary artist from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, currently based in Columbia, South Carolina. Her work exists as a hybrid form, borrowing from the mediums of video, photography, performance, and installation. She currently serves as Assistant Professor of Art in Photography within the Visual and Performing Arts Department at South Carolina State University. She has exhibited work both nationally and internationally. Recorded Thursday, July 7

Zoom In: Free Time – What’s Your Pleasure?

How do we wind down from the business of our lives? Fishing, picnics, mountain excursions, sewing, and hiking—each activity (among many others) has us looking forward to the weekend. But, what were the conditions that led workers to demand the creation of the “weekend?” How have people filled their hours with joy, relaxation, hobbies, and togetherness throughout history? Walkthrough time and media to discover how artists have captured relaxation and recreation through the years. Recorded Tuesday, May 10

Wayne Thiebaud, Boston Creams (detail), 1970 © Wayne Thiebaud / Licensed by Licensed by Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York.

Birdsafe: Beyond the Looking Glass

Smack! That’s the sound of a bird hitting a window—and you’ve probably heard it often. Collisions with windows cause millions of bird fatalities every year. But now there’s new hope for birds thanks to scientists at Powdermill Nature Reserve. Listen as our researchers Luke DeGroote and Jon Rice share their findings and efforts to make windows and Pittsburgh safer for birds. Recorded Tuesday, April 26

Masters of Disguise: Unbecoming a Caterpillar

Flutter into spring with Kevin Keegan, the new Collection Manager of Invertebrate Zoology, as he shares his expertise on some of the amazing ways caterpillars camouflage themselves and mimic those around them in their environments to avoid an untimely demise, reach metamorphosis, and transform into the beautiful moths and butterflies we admire all season long! Recorded Thursday, March 31

Zoom In: Pivotal Women Artists

This virtual tour illustrates how a handful of gutsy women made their mark in a male dominated world and changed the course of modern art. Recorded Tuesday, March 8

Helen Frankenthaler, The Facade (detail), 1954, presumed copyright: the artist or the artist’s representative/heir(s) / Licensed by Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York.

The Irish Revolution in Pittsburgh

One hundred years ago, Ireland’s War of Independence helped end seven centuries of British rule. It also resulted in partition of the island and a civil war. About 14,000 Irish immigrants lived in Pittsburgh at the time, with tens of thousands more first-generation Irish Americans in the city and surrounding region. Journalist Mark Holan will explore their reactions to what was happening in their homeland, including the visits of Irish leaders to Pittsburgh.

Pittsburgh native Mark Holan has researched and written about Irish history and contemporary events for over a decade. His work has appeared in the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette and Pittsburgh Quarterly magazine, in addition to other U.S. and Irish publications and websites, including his blog, markholan.org. Mark has presented original research at the American Conference of Irish Studies, the American Journalism Historians Association, and the Newspaper and Periodical History Forum of Ireland. Recorded Thursday, February 17

Zoom In: Light!

The first virtual members tour of 2022 features light, that which makes our world visible. Artists have always been attuned to light and its effects using light as subject matter, an artistic tool, and as a medium. Please join us for this illuminating look at the Carnegie Museum of Art’s Collection. Recorded Tuesday, January 11

Clyde Hare, Dawn Fog on the Ohio, 1983, William Talbott Hillman Fund for Photography © Clyde Hare.

This month’s member tour is getting an extra dash of holiday spirit and features a special guest from the Carnegie Museum of Art! Join Curatorial Assistant of Decorative Arts and Design Alyssa Velazquez as she dives into the museum’s exquisite, handcrafted exhibit – the Neapolitan Presepio . Find out why the presepio is one of the finest Nativity scenes of its kind and see some of the amazing details that has made this 18th century artwork a Pittsburgh holiday tradition since 1957. Recorded Tuesday, December 7

Virtual Star Party

Virtual Tour: Marisol and Warhol Take New York

David McCabe, Andy Warhol and Marisol with the Empire State Building (detail), 1965, The Andy Warhol Museum, Pittsburgh, Contribution The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts, Inc., Photograph by David McCabe

Backpacking Bugs: An Insect’s Guide to Hitchhiking

Drawing Workshop: Sketching Our Collection

Zoom In: When Darkness Falls

Aaron Henry Gorson, Pittsburgh at Night, ca. 1920

Uncovering Pompeii: New Insights From the Most Recent Excavations

New revelations about one of history’s most famous cities are right at your fingertips in this one-of-a-kind virtual event. Featuring unprecedented insights drawn from the most recent archaeological excavations, this presentation “Zooms” in on Pompeii to explore its urban planning and the everyday lives of the Pompeiian sub-elite. Recorded Wednesday, October 27

A Very Andy Show and Tell with Donald Warhola

Interested in learning something new about Andy Warhol? Who better to ask than his nephew, Donald Warhola? Gain new insights into everything Warhol through a curated sampling of mementos, first-hand accounts, and beloved family stories. There’s always something to discover in the Wide World of Warhol! Recorded Thursday, October 21

Zoom In: If Clothes Could Talk

Join us on Zoom for a tour of Carnegie Museum of Art’s collection as we explore the roles clothing and fashion play in the everyday, ceremonial, and creative parts of our lives. Take in the craftsmanship on display in dozens of stunning, one-of-a-kind pieces that are sure to get you thinking about the ways clothing shapes our world. Recorded Sunday, October 10

Iris van Herpen, Lucid, Dress, 2016, Women’s Committee Acquisition Fund and the Alan G. and Jane A. Lehman Acquisition Fund, Presumed copyright: the artist or the artist’s representative/heir(s).

Octopuses and Conches and Clams, Oh My!

Dive into the depths with Curator of Mollusks Tim Pearce and get acquainted with the fascinating mollusks that call the ocean home. You’ll meet a colorful variety of marine species including the intelligent octopus, the beautiful conch, and the hardy clam. Recorded Wednesday, September 22

Zoom In: Looking: In, Out, and Through

This virtual tour focuses on the ways we look at ourselves or the world through artworks that feature mirrors, windows, and doorways. A team of talented docents will Zoom In on the details you may otherwise miss in the galleries and share stories about both new and familiar artists. Recorded Sunday, September 12

Henry Moore, Reclining Figure, 1957, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. G. David Thompson, in memory of David © The Henry Moore Foundation

Charitable Gifting Strategies

You deserve the maximum benefit for your charitable donations, which is why we’ve partnered with Fort Pitt Capital Group. In just one sitting, you’ll learn everything you need to know about the ins and outs of charitable giving and little-known methods to optimize your contributions. Your generosity empowers Carnegie Museums; now let us return the favor! Recorded Tuesday, September 7

This is Your Brain, This Is Your Brain on Money

Join Fort Pitt Capital and the Carnegie Science Center for an exploration of the human mind that will take you from Wall Street to the museum’s Bodyworks exhibition. Learn how your prefrontal cortex gets involved with making financial decisions, which common financial biases are just inherent survival instincts, and how science centers develop exhibits to teach visitors about the brain. Recorded Thursday, August 12

Zoom In: Travel Log

Travel logs are used by travelers to record their personal memories and experiences while having adventures abroad. Join a talented team of Carnegie Museum of Art docents for a virtual journey highlighting artists whose works tell stories about their international wanderings. They’ll zoom in on the details that you may otherwise miss in the galleries. Recorded Sunday, August 8

Godfrey Frankenstein, Niagara Falls from Goat Island, 1848, Paintings Acquisition Fund and gift of Dr. and Mrs. I. Golding, Mr. and Mrs. Paul Nussbaum, and Dr. and Mrs. John B. Talbott

Birds of a Feather: A Pittsburgh Bird Watcher’s Guide to Ancient Egypt

Calling all nature lovers and history buffs! Do you enjoy birdwatching? Are you fascinated with the wonders of ancient Egypt? If you answered “yes” to either question, join resident Egyptologist Lisa Haney and Powdermill’s Bird Banding Program Manager Annie Lindsay as they discuss the significance of birds in ancient Egyptian culture, and reveal where to spot their favorite species here in Pittsburgh. Recorded Thursday, July 29

Zoom In: Contemporary Conversations

This month’s virtual tour demystifies the complex and sometimes controversial nature of contemporary art. Join Carnegie Museum of Art’s talented team of docents as they look at earlier, more accessible works to help make sense of challenging contemporary pieces. They’ll zoom in on the details and uncover the richness of contemporary art. Recorded Sunday, July 11

Eugène Louis Boudin, Beach at Trouville (La Plage de Trouville), ca. 1885.

Virtual Q&A with The Search for Snow Director Jacqueline Farmer

Award-winning documentary producer and director Jacqueline Farmer will be live on Zoom to answer your questions about the making of the new film The Search for Snow, opening at Rangos Giant Cinema for members on July 2. Where was her favorite location to shoot? What was the inspiration behind this ambitious project? Bring all your burning questions about this frozen 3D documentary to this unique opportunity to chat with the creator. Recorded Thursday, July 8

What is the Anthropocene and Why is Everyone Talking About It?

Our current geological time period—the Anthropocene—disrupts the idea that humans are separate from nature. Curator of Anthropocene Studies, Nicole Heller, is here to explain what the Anthropocene is and share some of her reflections on how it challenges long-standing practices and rhetoric in both conservation science and natural history. Recorded Wednesday, June 30

Why Birds Matter: From Powdermill to the Tropics

From backyard cardinals to roaming albatrosses and sunbathing flamingos to snowbound penguins, birds have adapted to an incredible variety of habitats. Join Carnegie Museum of Natural History’s Curator of Birds Chase Mendenhall for an in-depth look at our feathered friends and their many contributions to ecosystems near and far. Recorded Thursday, June 24

Museums on a Mission: To the Moon, Mars, & Beyond!

This isn’t your ordinary virtual star party. Inspirational stories, breaking news updates, and a special welcome from Carnegie Science Center Director Jason Brown are also part of this night celebrating the new Buhl Planetarium. The cosmically talented planetarium staff is eagerly waiting to take you on a trip throughout the night sky and to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. Recorded Thursday, June 17

Zoom In: Crossroads Revisited

Crossroads mines our collection for stories that resonate today by highlighting the critical role of the artist in everyday life. This month’s virtual tour provides an overview of CMOA’s postwar and contemporary art galleries, and highlights one key work from each of the eight “chapters” that champion artist voices. Recorded Sunday, June 13

Extra, Extra Read All About It! Andy Warhol in the Headlines

To Donald Warhola he was just “Uncle Andy,” but to the rest of the world Andy Warhol was a larger-than-life celebrity artist. Warhol enjoyed a lot more than just “fifteen minutes of fame,” throughout his life, appearing in headlines and newspapers that touched on both his work and persona. From around the country, his family would share and receive these articles about their famous relative. Join Donald Warhola for a very Andy show-and-tell, as he dives into this unique time capsule of Andy Warhol in the headlines. Recorded Wednesday, May 12

Zoom In: A Feast for the Eyes

Let the menu for this virtual experience whet your appetite for a visit to Carnegie Museum of Art. Whether you are a brunch aficionado or a late night snacker, this tour of appetizing art is sure to fill you up! Join the museum’s talented team of docents as they zoom in on the details and share stories of tantalizing masterpieces and take you on a culinary adventure including a satisfying brioche breakfast, a quaint picnic lunch, and a delicious family dinner. Bon appetit! Recorded Sunday, May 9

Levi W. Prentice, Still Life with Strawberries (detail), ca. 1890

From the Curator’s Desk: Marisol and Warhol Take New York

Travel back to the 1960’s with Milton Fine Curator of Art Jessica Beck as your tour guide. She’ll dive into the Andy Warhol Museum’s upcoming exhibition Marisol and Warhol Take New York, and share insider stories of what it takes to bring an art exhibition to life. Recorded Thursday, April 29

Party in the Rear: The Wild World of Bug Behinds

Bug-out with Curator of Invertebrate Zoology Ainsley Seago as she explores the colorful and creative ways bugs use their rear ends to track down meals, scare away enemies, and even find love.

Dr. Ainsley Seago studies the evolutionary history of beetles, and has used everything from rotting squid traps to synchrotron radiation to better understand them in all their glory. Recorded Thursday, April 22

Zoom In: Material Innovation

Artists are forward thinkers and innovators, pushing boundaries through both materials and content. Take a (virtual) walk through some of the biggest material shifts in art, as told by the CMOA Collection. Join the museum’s talented team of docents as they zoom in on the details and share stories of artistic pioneers and groundbreaking creations throughout history. Recorded Sunday, April 11

Enrico Baj, The Curious Couple (detail), 1956 © Enrico Baj

March Mammal Madness: The Final Round

Are you ready to rumble? Forget debates on which team has the better 3-point shooter or full-court press. Join Carnegie Museum of Natural History Curator of Mammals John Wible for an insider’s take on which mammal has what it takes to take home the 2021 March Mammal Madness championship trophy. Not familiar with this alternate tournament? Catch up on this internet sensation that hypothesizes the outcome of combat between mammals based on temperament, physiology, weaponry, running speed, fight style, and more. Recorded Tuesday, March 30

Women in Science

In celebration of Women’s History Month, come meet some of Carnegie Museums’ inspiring women working in science. Hear lightning talks from Carnegie Museum of Natural History’s Annie Lindsay (Bird Banding Manager), Jennifer Sheridan (Curator, Herpetology), Stevie Kennedy-Gold (Collections Manger, Herpetogy), Lisa Saladino Haney (Curator, Egyptology), and more, as they talk about their research and why science is just so cool! Recorded Thursday, March 25

Zoom In: How Scandalous!?

Love affairs, arguments between artists, shootings, American history, oh my! Hear some juicy stories revealed through works in Carnegie Museum of Art’s collection. Join the museum’s talented team of docents as they zoom in on the details and unearth the scandalous secrets that add dashes of drama and intrigue to the galleries. Recorded Sunday, March 14

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Edwin Austin Abbey, The Penance of Eleanor, Duchess of Gloucester, 1900

Fireside Chat with Curator of Historic Exhibits Patty Everly

If you’re among the throngs who have marveled at Carnegie Science Center’s Miniature Railroad & Village, then you may know that each year a new model is unveiled. In 2020, Curator of Historic Exhibits Patty Everly helped to honor the 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment by creating a miniature model of Daisy Lampkin’s home on 2519 Webster Avenue in the Hill District. Lampkin was an unwavering force within the Civil Rights and woman’s suffrage movements, and called Pittsburgh home for most of her adult life. Join Everly for a fireside chat as she explores Lampkin’s incredible legacy. She’ll also share insights into the technical and creative process behind bringing these historic landmarks to life each year. Recorded Thursday, February 25

Zoom In: Types of Love

Love comes in many forms. Explore what makes your heart beat as we celebrate the visual language of love. This virtual experience explores relationships between family, friends, spouses, lovers, and even pets and their humans through artworks from Carnegie Museum of Art’s collection. Enjoy a close-up look at artworks and learn some of the stories they tell. We can’t think of a better way to celebrate Valentine’s Day, so grab a loved one, a furry friend, or just a decadent box of chocolates and zoom in on the details! Recorded Sunday, February 14

Benjamin West, Venus Lamenting the Death of Adonis, 1768

Standing Up for Change: African American Women and the Civil Rights Movement

In our latest virtual pairing, on two different days, we partner with the National Women’s History Museum and Carnegie Science Center to celebrate stories of African American women and their incredible contributions to the Civil Rights and women’s suffrage movements. On February 10, join Emma Rothberg, National Women’s History Museum Predoctoral Fellow in Gender Studies, for a virtual walk-through of the museum’s popular online exhibition Standing Up for Change: African American Women and the Civil Rights Movement. Through photographs and archival material, learn more about the grassroots leaders who challenged America to embrace justice and equality for all. Recorded Wednesday, February 10

Warhol’s Magic Purse: The Philanthropy of a Pop Art Icon

Join Andy Warhol’s nephew Donald Warhola as he explores the generosity of his famous Pop artist uncle. Hear the story behind the “Magic Purse” and how Andy Warhol’s mother Julia planted the seed of giving early in his life. Donald Warhola will share personal anecdotes of Andy Warhol’s quiet but impactful acts of philanthropy over the decades, then dive into one of the greatest components of his legacy, the Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts. Recorded Thursday, January 28

A Virtual Introduction: Meet the Curator of the 58th Carnegie International: Sohrab Mohebbi

Learn about Sohrab’s ideas for making the Carnegie International a “document of its time,” how he conducts research in the middle of a pandemic, and what his plans are for spreading art and programming throughout the city. If you have ever been curious about the collaborative and interdisciplinary undertaking of the Carnegie International, then you won’t want to miss this event! Recorded Thursday, January 21

Scientists Who Rock: Meet the new Dynamic Duo in Minerals and Earth Sciences

Carnegie Museum of Natural History’s Section of Minerals and Earth Sciences consists of 30,000 specimens dating back to the 19th Century. Get to know the two incredible scientists tasked with stewarding this collection, as well as answering all-important questions about the environment. Assistant Curator of Minerals Travis Olds, a mineralogist, crystallographer, and materials scientist, and Assistant Curator of Earth Sciences Carla Rosenfeld, an environmental biogeochemist are joining forces here in Pittsburgh to better understand the impact of human activity. Hear more about their research, past and present, and why they’re excited to join the Carnegie Museum’s team. Recorded Wednesday, January 20

Zoom In: Ring in the New!

It’s a new year and we have new art! Don’t miss this monthly member tour highlighting artwork new to the Carnegie Museum of Art collection or recently installed in our galleries. Although they could not be more different when it comes to subject matter and artistic expression, all of these works call CMOA home. Join the museum’s talented team of docents will zoom in on the details and tease out the stories that make these works important and exciting additions to our collection. Recorded Sunday, January 10

Cy Gavin, Untitled (Gibbet Island) , 2019, purchase, gift of Mr. and Mrs. Richard M. Scaife © Cy Gavin

This month’s member tour is getting an extra dash of holiday spirit and features a special guest from the Carnegie Museum of Art! Join The Alan G. and Jane A. Lehman Curator of Decorative Arts and Design Rachel Delphia as she dives into the museum’s exquisite, handcrafted exhibit – the Neapolitan presepio. Find out why the presepio is one of the finest Nativity scenes of its kind and see some of the amazing details that has made this 18th century artwork a Pittsburgh holiday tradition since 1957. Recorded Sunday, December 13

The 2020–2021 presentation of the Neapolitan Presepio is supported by DeLallo

Drawing Workshop: Sketching our Collection, Patterns

Virtual Live Animal Show

Drawing workshop: sketching our collection, sculpture.

The African Chronicles Series: Nairobi, Kenya with Giraffe Manor

Andy Warhol: In Remembrance

Q&A with Curator of Mollusks, Tim Pearce

Zoom In: Teacher Artists – Artist Teachers

Raymond Simboli, Self-Portrait (detail), c. 1929, Gift of Mabel Tito Simboli in memory of Raymond Simboli

Black Cats, Vampire Bats, Spiny Rats, and Devils: The Mammals of Halloween

Forget the tricks and treat yourself to some science this Halloween! Join Curator of Mammals John Wible as he delves into a spooky ensemble of creatures from around the world. After hearing stories about these nocturnal felines, nefarious flying mammals, and devilish characters from Down Under, it will be clear why they all connect to the creepiest of holidays. Recorded Thursday, October 29, 2020

Museums on a Mission: Learning at The Warhol

Join members of The Andy Warhol Museum’s Learning team for a virtual tour, a live printmaking demonstration, and an immersive look at innovative programs and creative strategies that have kept audiences near and far engaged and inspired during the COVID-19 pandemic. Take advantage of a special offer to purchase a T-shirt, a custom silkscreen print or art box, and more! Recorded Monday, October 12, 2020

Zoom In: Into the Woods: Object, Idea & Material

Throughout time artists have sourced trees as their inspiration, subject matter, and medium. Join the CMOA for a virtual tour of the collection exploring wood as an artistic resource The museum’s talented team of docents will zoom in on the details that you may overlook in the gallery. Recorded Sunday, October 11, 2020

Paul Cézanne, Landscape Near Aix, The Plain of the Arc River, 1892-1895

Toxicology: The Myths and Legends Behind the Science

What do Vikings, werewolves, and Van Gogh all have in common? They’re all connected to the deadly world of poisons. Find out how, by joining Dr. Derek Fikse, Emergency Medicine and Medical Toxicology Fellow as he explores the myths and legends behind the field of toxicology using a cast of familiar characters. Recorded Thursday, October 8, 2020

Poisonous Plants and Deadly Animals

Carnegie Museum of Natural History’s Curator of Botany Mason Heberling, Curator of Invertebrate Zoology Ainsley Seago, and Curator of Herpetology Jen Sheridan, are here to give you the scoop on the plants you do not want to eat, the insects you should best avoid, and the amphibians & reptiles who pack a poisonous (or venomous) punch. Bring your questions for these three incredible scientists! Recorded September 24, 2020

Zoom In: A Pittsburgh Staycation

Forget the pina colada and the palm trees, and vacation with Carnegie Museum of Art right here in “The Burgh”. You bring the perogies and we’ll provide a virtual tour featuring art and artists with a strong connection to our hometown. We promise “yinz” will have a wonderful time! Recorded September 13, 2020

Duane Michals, A Gursky Gherkin is Just a Very Large Pickle, 2001, The Henry L. Hillman Fund © Duane Michals. By permission;

Absolute Julia Warhola: The Life and Influence of Andy Warhol’s Mother

A Carpatho-Rusyn immigrant, Julia Warhola lived with her son Andy for most of his life. Join Andy Warhol’s nephew Donald Warhola and author Elaine Rusinko, as they share insights and swap personal stories about the incredible woman who helped shape the art and persona of one of the greatest American artists. Recorded September 3, 2020

Photo credit: Unknown, Warhola Family , 1946–1947, The Andy Warhol Museum, Pittsburgh, Founding Collection, Contribution The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts, Inc.

Journey Through Ancient Egypt

Meet Carnegie Museum of Natural History’s new curator, Lisa Saladino Haney. Dr. Haney is an expert on Egyptian art and archaeology, particularly that of Egypt’s Middle Kingdom (c. 2030–1650 BCE). She looks forward to discussing her work in Egypt, her current research, and her role in the museum’s new permanent exhibition, Egypt on the Nile , which is currently in development. Recorded August 13, 2020

Zoom In: Women Artists

It’s time for another monthly member tour with Carnegie Museum of Art! This month, the museum is celebrating the many contributions women have made to the world of art. Join the museum’s talented team of docents for a virtual tour of the collection featuring works by some incredible female artists. They’ll zoom in on the details that you might overlook in the gallery, and share the colorful stories behind these masterpieces. Recorded August 9, 2020

The Paleopathology of South American Mummies

Journey to the southern hemisphere with Dr. Peter Gerszten, the Peter E. Sheptak Professor of Neurological Surgery at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. He’ll introduce you to the field of paleopathology, the methods employed to study the diseases of ancient remains, and the medical findings of those who lived thousands of years ago in South America. Recorded August 6, 2020

Virtual Café Sci: The Button Wall

Learn about what it took to create the Science Center’s fan-favorite attraction with the museum’s head of mechatronics, Doug DeHaven. Through interactive prototyping and visitor testing, explore how the wall can control powerful thunderstorms, make a submarine dive deep underwater, and deploy cascades of tomatoes all through the fingertips (and imaginations) of early learners. Recorded August 3, 2020

Donor Event*: A Deep Dive into H2Oh!

Join Manager of Animals and Habitats Carla Littleton and Director of Exhibits Dennis Bateman on a virtual behind-the-scenes tour of Carnegie Science Center’s fresh-water science gallery, H2Oh! . Dennis will share the early design concepts that eventually became the experience you enjoy today, while Carla will take you into the Field Station to meet some of her favorite aquatic residents. Recorded July 30, 2020

Zoom In: A Sense of Place

Tune in for a virtual tour featuring works of art from Carnegie Museum of Art’s expansive collection. One of the museum’s talented docents will be zooming in on the details, giving you the kind of closer look at masterpieces that you couldn’t get in the galleries. Recorded July 12, 2020

Some Good News from the Age of Dinosaurs

In honor of the opening the temporary exhibition Dinosaur Armor, tune in to hear Carnegie Museum of Natural History’s Matt Lamanna discuss some of his and his collaborators’ latest exciting discoveries from the world of dinosaurs. Afterward, Dr. Lamanna will take your questions about all things paleontological! Recorded July 11, 2020

“The Charlie Chaplin Live Picture Show” with pianist Tom Roberts

Join the Carnegie Science Center and pianist Tom Roberts for a night of live music and silent films. In the spirit of Chaplin’s incredible legacy, listen to Robert’s original arrangements performed live against Chaplin’s films. Roberts has played everywhere from New York’s Carnegie Hall and the Tonight Show to the major jazz clubs in the French Quarter. Recorded July 9, 2020

Hummingbirds, Bees, and Coffee: The Consequences of Deforestation in the Tropics

Join Carnegie Museum of Natural History’s Curator of Birds Chase Mendenhall to find out how deforestation in the tropics is impacting pollinators such as hummingbirds and bees. Sip on your own cup of coffee while learning about the benefits of climate-friendly coffee farming for local fauna. Recorded June 20, 2020

A Very Andy Show-and-Tell with Donald Warhola

Andy Warhol was an artist with global fame and celebrities for friends, but to Donald Warhola he was always just “Uncle Andy.” Donald frequently visited his uncle in New York City, and is excited to host a show and tell of a selection of items Warhol gave him on those trips. This is a special opportunity to learn about a side of Warhol most never got to see. Recorded June 18, 2020

Zoom In: Artist Self-Portraits

Join Carnegie Museum of Art for a virtual collection tour highlighting artists’ depictions of themselves. Zoom in on details that reflect both public and private aspects of their lives and personalities. Recorded June 14, 2020

Join us for a digital tour of the cosmos with the staff of Carnegie Science Center’s Buhl Planetarium. Explore the constellations of the summer night sky then travel to the Red Planet and preview the Mars 2020 Perseverance Rover Mission, launching in July! Recorded June 12, 2020

What Happens in the Life of a Tree

Join Carnegie Museum of Natural History’s Director of Science Rose-Marie Muzika to learn all about the art and science of dendrochronology (the study of tree rings). She explains how scientists use tree rings to understand what was happening locally or globally, recently or thousands of years ago. Recorded May 30, 2020

All Aboard! The Miniature Railroad & Village Through the Years

The Miniature Railroad & Village is turning 100 this year. Patty Everly, curator of historic exhibits at the Science Center, shares the beloved exhibit’s unique history and some of her favorite memories as its expert caretaker.

All About Salamanders!

Carnegie Science Center is giving members a sneak preview! Go behind the scenes with resident salamanders and Animal and Habitat Specialist Carla Littleton. After watching the video, join Carnegie Museum of Natural History’s Assistant Curator of Amphibians and Reptiles Jen Sheridan for a live Q&A. Good luck stumping her! Recorded May 27, 2020

Inner Circles Event*: A Curator’s Guide to Working From Home

Tune in at 5:30 p.m. for a special happy half-hour with art critic Blake Gopnik. His new biography Warhol is the product of extensive research in The Warhol archives. Afterwards, Milton Fine Curator of Art Jessica Beck will give you the scoop on her current research on Andy Warhol and share what it’s like to create an exhibition from home. Recorded May 21, 2020

Virtual Collection Tour: Zoom in on the Details

Do you miss our monthly member tours at Carnegie Museum of Art? We do, too! Join one of their talented docents on a virtual tour of the collection, and get reacquainted with some of your favorite works of art. Recorded May 17, 2020

Everything Wrong with Jurassic Park

Is a T-rex’s vision based on movement? Were velociraptors really that deadly? Matt Lamanna, Carnegie Museum of Natural History’s very own dinosaur hunter, is here to give you the facts and tell you about his current research. Recorded on May 16, 2020

Secrets Behind the Science Center’s Flip Clock

Join Mechatronics Engineer Doug DeHaven on a journey from design to construction of the largest binary flip clock every created. Learn how all the letters in STEAM were used to bring this project to life. Recorded on May 6, 2020