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Thursday Night
Thursday Night
Walk the Burgh: Arts and Artist Tour
Walk the Burgh: Arts and Artist Tour
Journey off the beaten path with us and discover hidden art that is tucked away in our downtown nooks, crannies, and alleys. Our expert guides will dive into the history of the city’s Cultural District that is filled with historic theaters and beautiful plazas, and learn about the famous artists, actors, and musicians from our beloved city. You’ll also see the best of Pittsburgh’s public art: captivating sculptures, light installations, and colorful murals. This is a great tour for photo-ops, and is a wonderful way for families with children to see and interact with the city.
Date: Thursday, October 9
Location: David L. Lawrence Convention Center, 1049 Penn Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15222 - Look for the white bike in the window to find our shop!
Time: 1:00 - 3:00PM (Please plan to arrive 10 minutes before as the tour will start on time.)
Cost: $20.
What's included: A local expert guide and some magnificent discoveries :-)
What to know: The tour will start on time. Every participant will be asked to read and sign a waiver before the tour begins.
What to bring: Plenty of water for hot days! WHAT TO WEAR? As tours will take place rain or shine, make sure to dress accordingly. Bring rain gear and dress in layers on cold days. Wear comfortable clothing and good walking shoes. Sandals should have a strap around the ankle. Shoes with heels as well as flip-flops are not recommended.
Where to park: Half a block away from our shop is a parking garage at the Grant St Transportation Center: Enter the garage on 12th St between Liberty Ave + Penn Ave. It costs $8 for the length of the tour on weekdays, flat rate of $6 on Saturdays and Sundays all day. On-street parking is free on Sundays, and after 6 p.m. for the evening tours.
Alternate transportation: Becky Gartley will be available to take participants from the Sheraton via the train to the walking tour location. Meet in the lobby at 12:20 pm to depart.
The Children's Museum of Pittsburgh
The Children's Museum of Pittsburgh
Join conference co-chairs Leah Shuck and Lynda Abraham-Braff for a night of narrative and story telling at the Children's Museum of Pittsburgh. In collaboration with museum staff you will have an opportunity to explore the campus as well as work through some hands-on activities in the studio spaces.
Date: Thursday, October 9
Location: The Children's Museum of Pittsburgh, 10 Children's Way, Pittsburgh, PA 15212
Time: 6:00 - 8:00PM
Cost: $15. (refreshments and non-alcoholic beverages included)
Transportation is on your own. Parking is free!
Friday Night
Friday Night
Teacher Open House at the Warhol
Teacher Open House at the Warhol
Join us for our annual Teacher Open House!
We are pleased to offer a special PAEA edition of our annual Teacher Open House. Enjoy food, drink, gallery talks, silkscreen printing and more. Mingle with local arts educators and learn about our free lesson plans and classroom resources.
Date: Friday, October 10
Location: The Andy Warhol Museum, 117 Sandusky St., Pittsburgh, PA, 15212
Time: 6:00PM - 9:00PM
Cost: $10. Bussing to and from the Sheraton is included!
Experience Pittsburgh Glass Center in Action!
Experience Pittsburgh Glass Center in Action!
Join us for an exclusive tour and live demonstration during the PAEA 2025 Conference! Get a behind-the-scenes look at our work, see our process in action, and experience firsthand how we bring glass art to life. We teach it. We create it. We promote it. We support those who make it.
Date: Friday, October 10
Location: Pittsburgh Glass Center, 5472 Penn Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15206
Time: 7:00PM - 8:00PM
Cost: $10. Bussing to and from the Sheraton is included!
Don't miss this opportunity to engage with our team, ask questions, and gain valuable insights. Whether you're an educator or artist, this is your chance to see innovation and collaboration in real time!
Saturday Night
Saturday Night
Join us in celebrating your fellow artist/art teachers who exhibited their work in this year art show displayed in conjunction with the conference.
Date: Saturday, October 11
Location: Ceramic Supply Pittsburgh, 1 Walnut St. Carnegie, PA 15106
Time: 6:30PM - 9:00PM
Cost: free (light refreshments included)
Transportation is on your own. Parking is free!
Sunday Morning
Sunday Morning
Falk School's Legacy Artwork project features permanent works of art throughout the school created by graduating 8th graders using a consensus building process developed by artist and art teacher Cheryl Capezzuti. Post-conference attendees will share breakfast treats and coffee, tour this art-centered laboratory school, see more than a dozen student-made artworks and participate in a community art-making workshop that shares Capezzuti's insightful process. Falk Lab School is affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh School of Education. Learn more about Falk at https://www.falkschool.pitt.edu/.
Date: Sunday, October 12
Location: Falk Laboratory School, 4060 Alequippa St., PA 15261
Time: 9:00 - 11:00AM
Cost: free (light refreshments included)
Transportation is on your own.
Anytime
Anytime
Click the Carnegie logo for free teacher admission into any of the four Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh! Included are the: Carnegie Museum of Art, Carnegie Museum of Natural History, Carnegie Science Center, and the Andy Warhol Museum.
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