Resonance: A New Year's Journey with Alumni Theater Company // Photo courtesy of Pittsburgh Cultural Trust
Must-See Pittsburgh Art Exhibits, Concerts, and Performances: December 23-January 5
Pittsburgh-based artist Alecia Dawn Young's public art mural for educational nonprofit Steel City Squash, a project led by the Art Supply Co. // Photo by Hannah Colen
20 Ways to Support Living and Working Artists
Spotify Playlist: Deck the Yinzer Halls
World Music: Hugo Cruz & Caminos // Photo courtesy of City of Asylum
Must-See Pittsburgh Art Exhibits, Concerts, and Performances: December 16-22
Artistic Jobs and Opportunities Roundup: December 2024
Greater Pittsburgh Arts Council Releases 2024 Artist Community Survey Report
The Greater Pittsburgh Arts Council has released its 2024 Artist Community Survey Report, offering a comprehensive look at the challenges, accomplishments, and aspirations of artists living and working in the region.
Must-See Pittsburgh Art Exhibits, Concerts, and Performances: December 9-15
Explore Pittsburgh’s arts and culture scene with this week’s event recommendations, featuring art exhibits, concerts, performances, films, literary events, and more!
Pennsylvania Ranks Among the Top 10 States for Arts Vibrancy
Pennsylvania has secured a place among the top 10 states for the first time in SMU DataArts' second annual Arts Vibrancy State Rankings. Moving from twelfth position in 2023 to ninth in 2024 is a testament to the strength, creativity, and dedication of our state’s arts and culture sector.
Honoring the Legacy of Charles “Teenie” Harris
Preservation Pittsburgh and the Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission have unveiled a historical marker for late Pittsburgh-based photographer Charles “Teenie” Harris outside of his former home in Homewood. After asking if the building will also be preserved, we now have an update!
Protect Arts Nonprofits and the Communities We Serve: Oppose H.R. 9495
This harmful bill would grant the Department of Treasury the authority to label nonprofits as terrorist-supporting organizations—without due process—and revoke their nonprofit status. We must act. Today, we call on you—our stakeholders, partners, and allies—to join us in urging the Senate to oppose H.R. 9495.
Honoring 20 Years of Advocacy, Connection, and Change
2025 marks an extraordinary milestone for the Greater Pittsburgh Arts Council: 20 years of fostering and championing the arts in Southwestern Pennsylvania. Now, we’re asking for your help as we embark on our next chapter. Your donation to the Arts Council helps provide our region's artistic community with the essential tools, funding, and support it needs to keep creating.
Must-See Pittsburgh Art Exhibits, Concerts, and Performances: December 2-8
Explore Pittsburgh’s arts and culture scene with this week’s event recommendations, featuring art exhibits, concerts, performances, films, literary events, and more!
Morgan Kasprowicz to Leave Role as Director of Research and Cultural Policy at the Arts Council
Morgan Kasprowicz, Director of Research and Cultural Policy, has announced that she will be leaving her position at the Greater Pittsburgh Arts Council in February 2025. Please join us in celebrating Morgan’s years of dedication and service to the region’s artistic community.
Must-See Pittsburgh Art Exhibits, Concerts, and Performances: November 25-December 1
Explore Pittsburgh’s arts and culture scene with this week’s event recommendations, featuring art exhibits, concerts, performances, films, literary events, and more!
Spotify Playlist: Acoustic Pittsburgh
Let the gentle melodies and heartfelt lyrics of the acoustic songs in this month's playlist serve as a backdrop for moments of reflection and relaxation—something we can use a bit of as the leaves fall and the bustling holiday season comes at us in full force.
Must-See Pittsburgh Art Exhibits, Concerts, and Performances: November 18-24
Explore Pittsburgh’s arts and culture scene with this week’s event recommendations, featuring art exhibits, concerts, performances, films, literary events, and more!
Greater Pittsburgh Arts Council Awards $354,000 in Pandemic Relief Grants to 118 Artists and Arts Workers in Southwestern Pennsylvania
The Greater Pittsburgh Arts Council has awarded 118 artists and arts workers across Allegheny, Beaver, Greene, and Washington counties with $3,000 individual grants, totaling $354,000 in financial relief made possible through the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA), and the Department of Community and Economic Development.
The Arts Must Be Protected: Our Post-Election Commitment
In the week following the election, we have seen online and heard in conversation how many of you are grappling with a profound mix of emotions—concern, fear, frustration, and exhaustion. We recognize the very real fear that many of us—particularly Black, immigrant, femme, queer, and disabled artists—are carrying. We want to affirm this: The Greater Pittsburgh Arts Council is committed to ensuring that the arts—and the freedom to create and express—remain protected and supported as foundational pillars of a healthy, thriving democracy.
Must-See Pittsburgh Art Exhibits, Concerts, and Performances: November 11-17
Explore Pittsburgh’s arts and culture scene with this week’s event recommendations, featuring art exhibits, concerts, performances, films, literary events, and more!
Artistic Jobs and Opportunities Roundup: November 2024
Looking for employment as an artist or arts administrator in Pittsburgh? We’ve compiled a list of job openings at some of the area's best arts and cultural institutions, as well as regional and national opportunities.
Must-See Pittsburgh Art Exhibits, Concerts, and Performances: November 4-10
Explore Pittsburgh’s arts and culture scene with this week’s event recommendations, featuring art exhibits, concerts, performances, films, literary events, and more!
Must-See Pittsburgh Art Exhibits, Concerts, and Performances: October 28-November 3
Explore Pittsburgh’s arts and culture scene with this week’s event recommendations, featuring art exhibits, concerts, performances, films, literary events, and more!
Must-See Pittsburgh Art Exhibits, Concerts, and Performances: October 21-27
Explore Pittsburgh’s arts and culture scene with this week’s event recommendations, featuring art exhibits, concerts, performances, films, literary events, and more!
Your vote in local, state, and federal elections impacts the arts. Here’s how.
Have you ever wondered how your vote this November can impact the arts? We're sharing some of the many ways our elected officials can impact the arts and culture sector, plus a list of recommended election guides to check out before you head to the polls.
Spotify Playlist: Music Sounds Better Outside
Outdoor event season in the City of Bridges is quickly coming to an end. Before the next Pittsburgh winter makes its descent, heighten your next tailgate, concert pregame, festival, or open-air affair with the following tunes that include selections that will both wind you up and cool you down.
Must-See Pittsburgh Art Exhibits, Concerts, and Performances: October 14-20
Explore Pittsburgh’s arts and culture scene with this week’s event recommendations, featuring art exhibits, concerts, performances, films, literary events, and more!
Must-See Pittsburgh Art Exhibits, Concerts, and Performances: October 7-13
Explore Pittsburgh’s arts and culture scene with this week’s event recommendations, featuring a wide range of art exhibits, concerts, performances, films, literary events, and more!
Jobs and Opportunities Roundup: October 2024
Looking for employment as an artist or arts administrator in Pittsburgh? We’ve compiled a list of job openings at some of the area's best arts and cultural institutions, as well as regional and national opportunities.
Must-See Pittsburgh Art Exhibits, Concerts, and Performances: September 30-October 6
Explore Pittsburgh’s arts and culture scene with this week’s event recommendations, featuring a wide range of art exhibits, concerts, performances, films, literary events, and more!
Four Must-See Pittsburgh-Based Projects at This Year’s Art Book Fair
Learn more about a few of the many exciting projects that will be on display at this year's Pittsburgh Art Book Fair at the Carnegie Museum of Art.
Must-See Pittsburgh Art Exhibits, Concerts, and Performances: September 23-29
Explore Pittsburgh’s arts and culture scene with this week’s event recommendations, featuring a wide range of art exhibits, concerts, performances, films, literary events, and more!
Spotify Playlist: Autumn in Pittsburgh
As pumpkin spice, knit sweaters, and crisp air make their descent, so does the time of introspection and cozy entertainment. Whether you’re headed for a long walk in the park or apple picking, hunkering down at home, puzzling, or reading a book, this playlist is the perfect backdrop to your favorite fall activity — just try not to get too lost in your thoughts.
Must-See Pittsburgh Art Exhibits, Concerts, and Performances: September 16-22
Explore Pittsburgh’s arts and culture scene with this week’s event recommendations, featuring a wide range of art exhibits, concerts, performances, films, literary events, and more!
Must-See Pittsburgh Art Exhibits, Concerts, and Performances: September 9-15
Explore Pittsburgh’s arts and culture scene with this week’s event recommendations, featuring a wide range of art exhibits, concerts, performances, films, literary events, and more!
Meet Mia St. Clair: Art Model and Artistic Entrepreneur
Mia St. Clair is a Pittsburgh-based fine art model and trailblazer. Mia combines her background in business and passion for the arts community to create inclusive spaces for figurative art models and artists, increasing opportunities and accessibility for the figurative art modeling community.
September Jobs & Opportunities
Looking for employment as an artist or arts administrator in Pittsburgh? We’ve compiled a list of job openings at some of the area's best arts and cultural institutions, as well as regional and national opportunities.
Must-See Pittsburgh Art Exhibits, Concerts, and Performances: September 2-8
Explore Pittsburgh’s arts and culture scene with this week’s event recommendations, featuring a wide range of art exhibits, concerts, performances, films, literary events, and more!
Boost Your Fall Arts Event: Apply for Marketing Support Today!
Receive in-kind marketing support as part of the Greater Pittsburgh Arts Council’s upcoming community initiative
Arts and Culture Spaces in Washington County
Washington County is just southwest of Pittsburgh! Established in 1781, Washington County has centuries of history and culture that have molded its people and arts and culture spaces, including the arts, music, museums, theaters, and more.
Must-See Pittsburgh Art Exhibits, Concerts, and Performances: August 26-September 1
Explore Pittsburgh’s arts and culture scene with this week’s event recommendations, featuring a wide range of art exhibits, concerts, performances, films, literary events, and more!
Let Us (Re)introduce Ourselves: Announcing the Findings of Our 5-Year Strategic Plan
Let us (re)introduce ourselves: Greater Pittsburgh Arts Council's new mission statement. New vision. New values. And more from our 5-year strategic plan.
Pittsburgh Arts and Culture Events: August 19-25
Explore Pittsburgh’s vibrant arts and culture scene with this week’s event recommendations, featuring DJ sets, poetry readings, live concerts, and more!
Pittsburgh Art Events: August 12-18
Explore Pittsburgh’s vibrant arts and culture scene with this week’s event recommendations, featuring art workshops, tribute bands, festivals, and more!
A Conversation with Alayna Taylor, the Pittsburgh Artist Behind Creature Comforts' Unique Upcycled Jewelry and Wearable Art
Meet Alayna Taylor, the artist behind Creature Comforts, featuring a wide assortment of unique upcycled jewelry and clothing.
Now Open: The 2024 Greater Pittsburgh Arts Community Surveys
Learn more about the Artist Community Survey and how we're providing better state benchmarking and advocacy opportunities for arts leaders across the Commonwealth by merging our Organization Survey with PA Culture Check.
Jobs and Opportunities Roundup: August 2024
Looking for employment as an artist or arts administrator in Pittsburgh? We’ve compiled a list of job openings at some of the area's best arts and cultural institutions, as well as regional and national opportunities.
Pittsburgh Art Events: August 5-11
Explore Pittsburgh’s vibrant arts and culture scene with this week’s event recommendations, featuring workshops, author talks, music performances, and more!
New Research from Greater Pittsburgh Arts Council Finds Racial Inequities in Arts Funding
A Second Look: Racial Equity and Arts Funding in Greater Pittsburgh, supported in part by a National Endowments for the Arts’ research grant, is a 5-year follow-up to the Arts Council’s 2018 Racial Equity and Arts Funding in Greater Pittsburgh report and explores if, how, and in what ways arts grantmaking in Greater Pittsburgh has progressed toward distributive justice.
Pittsburgh Art Events: July 29-August 4
Explore Pittsburgh’s vibrant arts and culture scene with this week’s event recommendations, featuring exhibition openings, dance workshops, musicals, and more!
Dr. Amber Epps on Humanism and HollyHood
Dr. Amber Epps is a Pittsburgh-based creative with doctorates of education and science, combining concepts of social justice and prison reform with her own life experiences and emotions to create impactful physical and musical projects.
Pittsburgh Art Events: July 22-28
Explore Pittsburgh’s vibrant arts and culture scene with this week’s event recommendations, featuring art gallery crawls, book clubs, networking events, and more!
Reflections in Art: A Conversation with Oil Painter Heather Heitzenrater
Join us behind-the-scenes at Homewood's Radiant Hall where Greater Pittsburgh Arts Council Intern Ren Aimua joins Pittsburgh-based artist Heather Heitzenrater to learn more about her use of reflection, Mylar, and fantasy.
Dormont Concert Venue Unites Community from a Backyard Parking Pad
The Parking Pad, located on a literal parking pad in the backyard of Amy Kline and Stefan Flower's Dormont home, is perhaps one of the coziest, most intimate venues in the region.
Pennsylvania budget is a blow to state arts sector
In this op-ed, Greater Pittsburgh Arts Council CEO Patrick Fisher expresses disappointment after seeing that the 2024-25 Pennsylvania budget was signed off with no increase to state arts funding.
Pittsburgh Art Events: July 15-21
Explore Pittsburgh’s vibrant arts and culture scene with this week’s event recommendations, featuring local plays, beginner artist workshops, dj sets, and more!
Exploring Art, Spirituality, and Heritage: A Conversation with Award-Winning Artist Mikael Owunna
Meet Mikael Owunna, a Pittsburgh-based engineer, filmmaker, photographer, and the co-founder and executive director of Rainbow Serpent, a Black LGBTQ creative collective dedicated to promoting and celebrating Black LGBTQ culture.
Pittsburgh Art Events: July 8-14
Explore Pittsburgh’s vibrant arts and culture scene with this week’s event recommendations, featuring music festivals, open mics, networking events, and more!
Jobs and Opportunities Roundup: July 2024
Looking for employment as an artist or arts administrator in Pittsburgh? We’ve compiled a list of job openings at some of the area's best arts and cultural institutions, as well as regional and national opportunities.
Manny Dibiachi Talks Music’s Role in Self-Discovery and Social Connection
Meet Manny Dibiachi, a Pittsburgh-based musician and performer who centers underrepresented communities in his work. His years of rhyming, engineering, writing, and performing come together to connect humans by creating authentic depictions of what it means to be a Black, gay musician.
The Greater Pittsburgh Arts Council Announces New Board Leadership
Beth Bershok and Thomas Agnew will lead the new Board of Directors, which includes four newly announced members
Pittsburgh Art Events: July 1-7
Explore Pittsburgh’s vibrant arts and culture scene with this week’s event recommendations, featuring artist workshops, heritage festivals, improv shows, and more!
The Greater Pittsburgh Arts Council Goes Remote
After nearly 15 years in Downtown Pittsburgh’s Cultural District, the Greater Pittsburgh Arts Council has gone remote. The move will help our organization strengthen its financial position and allow our team members to become more agile and meet the arts community where they are.
Five Must-Hear Pittsburgh Albums to Stream (for free!) this Black Music Month
In honor of Black Music Month, we’re highlighting the contributions of five remarkable Pittsburgh-based Black musicians available to stream for free through Carnegie Library’s STACKS digital music platform.
Pittsburgh Art Events: June 24-30
Explore Pittsburgh’s vibrant arts and culture scene with this week’s event recommendations, featuring arts workshops, comedy shows, film screenings, and more!
Pittsburgh Art Events: June 17-23
Explore Pittsburgh’s vibrant arts and culture scene with this week’s event recommendations, featuring Juneteenth celebrations, art workshops, open mics, and more!