Upcoming Events

Summary: Join us for a 15-minute gallery talk followed by conversation in a casual museum setting. We'll discuss Arabian Sands by Wilfred Thesiger and related works from the permanent collection.

Summary: Jim O’Brien, Pittsburgh’s famous sports author, will discuss significant sports venues and events in the Oakland area, which was once the "playground" of Pittsburgh. Book signing to follow.

Summary: Pittsburgh native and journalist Frank Garland tells the story of Pittsburgh Pirate Willie Stargell. Book signing to follow.

Summary: Child Care in Black and White: Working Parents and the History of Orphanages tells the story of families here in Pittsburgh at the turn of the last century who used orphanages as a form of childcare during times of crisis. Book signing to follow.

Summary: Bill Steigerwald discusses his book Dogging Steinbeck, which reconsiders John Steinbeck's Travels with Charley as a fictionalized account of an American journey. Book signing to follow.