Pittsburgh Arts
Your one stop resource website for everything art related in the Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania region.
Galleries
Three G Gallery
1001 Liberty Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(412) 288-4320
The 3 G gallery is located in downtown Pittsburgh. This gallery showcases 3 generations of artists and local artists. The artist’s creations include jewelry, painting, clothing scarves and hats. The gallery also hosts artistic events for the community to experience.
707 and 709 Galleries
707 Penn Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(412) 456-2962
The 709 Penn gallery features exhibits by local and regional artists working in all areas of art. The galleries have been presenting high quality performing arts events and visual arts exhibitions for many years. The gallery is part of the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust.
943 Gallery
943 Liberty Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15224
(412) 471-6070
The 943 Gallery is another visual arts gallery owned by the Pittsburgh cultural Trust. Rightly titled by its address on Liberty Avenue its venue features mostly contemporary artworks by local artist. Although they do not reject other forms of arts from different locations.
Xplorion
425 Sixth Ave
Regional Enterprise Tower
Pittsburgh, PA 15219
(412) 392-1020
The Xplorion Gallery is a very unique space that brings technology and the arts to the culturally enriched area of Pittsburgh. It offers its viewers a closer look on economic, cultural, artistic, and recreational opportunities. Its goal is to highlight the many attractions and opportunities Pittsburgh residences have in the area.
Wood Street Gallery
601 Wood St
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(412) 471-5605
The Wood Street Gallery is one of six galleries operated by the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust. The gallery showcases contemporary new media artists from all areas of the world. The gallery opened in 1993 and has two floors for installation exhibitions and performing events.
SPACE: Gallery
812 Liberty Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(412) 325-7723
Space is another visual arts gallery owned by the Pittsburgh Cultural trust. It offers working space to promote contemporary technologies of local artists outside of the region. Space provides labor, technology, funding and guidance to new artists to execute their ideas and works. It exhibits five to six shows annually. Space hosts regular experimental projects, openings artist’s talks and special events.
Future Tenant Gallery
819 Penn Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(412) 325-7037
Future tenant is a non-profit art space located in downtown Pittsburgh. It is dedicated to showcasing emerging artists and their work. It provides start-up spaces for upcoming visual and performing artists. Future tenant does the unexpected and delivers emerging art with flair.
Boxheart Gallery
4523 Liberty Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15224
(412) 687-8858
Boxheart represents artwork of new and emerging artists from all over the world. It’s geared more for the contemporary artist expression. Experimental art, formal paintings and conceptual art have been presented.
Shaw Galleries
805 Liberty Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(412) 281-4884
Shaw Galleries is located in the heart of the cultural district of Pittsburgh. They are known as Pittsburgh’s history store selling over 4,000 old maps, antique prints, artwork and more. Kaurt Shawstarted the gallery in 2007. Extensive research goes into identifying each print, photograph and map. Many of the artifacts can be purchased on line.
Concept Art Gallery
1031 S Braddock Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15218
(412) 242-9200
The concept art gallery started in 1972 and emphasizes shows representing historic Pittsburgh and contemporary realistic painting. It represents artists locally and internationally. The gallery often works with foundations and local museums when putting together historical shows.
Dargate Auction Gallery
326 Munson Ave
McKees Rocks, PA 15136
(412) 771-8700
Dargate galleries are an auction house selling fine art on consignment. Antiques, jewelry, art, pottery, and liquidation of estates can be found at any of their auctions. Dargate has been in business for 20 years. Dargate Galleries buys, sells and even sells on consignment. Antiques, jewelry and pottery can all be found at any of their auctions. On-line catalogs are available or you can visit their facility located in McKee’s rocks.
Fireborn Studios
2338 Sarah St
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
(412) 488-6835
Fire born Gallery sells functions one of a kind pottery, hand blown glass, crafts, artwork and more. The owners offer clay and pottery classes in a unique studio setting. The owners are master potters with over 30 years experience and display their own work for sale in the gallery.
Modernformations Gallery
4919 Penn Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15224
(412) 362-0274
Modern Formations Gallery and Performance Space is dedicated to representing the diverse artistic, musical and dramatic talent of Pittsburgh. Visual art, performance art, music, plays, films and readings have been represented in its galleries since 2001. Exhibits change every month.
Morgan Contemporary Glass Gallery
5833 Ellsworth Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15232
(412) 441-5200
Morgan Contemporary Glass Gallery is the first art gallery in Pittsburgh dedicated to exhibiting contemporary studio glass. The gallery exhibits glass sculpture, goblets, jewelry and mixed media. Many famous artists have exhibited their work here.
Slaughterhouse Gallery
5136 Butler St
Pittsburgh, PA 15201
(412) 782-6474
The Slaughterhouse Gallery is a group of working artists and home of Jones Furniture Designs. The building is located in Lawrenceville, PA. It was a hog and cattle slaughterhouse back in the early part of the century. It is currently an artist studio working space. Painters, sculptures, blacksmiths and others rent their space in the building.
Four Winds Gallery
5512 Walnut St
Pittsburgh, PA 15232
(412) 682-5092
Four Winds Gallery is a quaint little gallery and shop with a lot of heart. Established in 1974, this Southwestern Native American gallery features traditional crafts and artworks including jewelry, pottery, weaving, sculpture, paintings, prints, folk art, and photographs. Each piece has its own story with a contemporary flair. The gallery also has a collection of vintage wood furniture by the famous George Nakashima and his daughter.
The Gallery 4
206 S Highland Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
(412) 363-5050
The Gallery 4 is not your typical gallery. Its main goal is to redefine the idea of fine art and make such works available to anybody. It features works from a variety of artists around the world as well as locally. The gallery holds true to its statement by holding events such as salons. The Gallery 4 also sells a variety of limited edition toys and clothing.
Master Galleries
5427 Walnut St
Pittsburgh, PA 15232
(412) 687-0885
Master Galleries is the largest inventory of paintings and limited edition works on canvas and paper in the city of Pittsburgh. It began its journey in 1970 at Seven Springs, Pennsylvania. This ever-growing company now has three locations all around Southwest Pennsylvania. Master Galleries markets works from famous illustrators and graphic artists such as Leroy Neiman, Normal Rockwell, Erte, Simbari, Robert Peak, Bernie Fuchs, Nat Youngblood, John Shryock, and Tom Mosser. This elegant gallery has offers a variety of different styles of works in different mediums.
Mendelson Gallery
5874 Ellsworth Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15232
(412) 361-8664
The Mendelson Gallery embodies the spirit of its founder, Steven Mendelson. Steven is an artist, gallery owner, world traveler, and art collector. His work in the arts created this quaint gallery, capturing his own personality for the love of art. This gallery offers exhibitions from the local talent to the globally known. There are also collections from Mapplethorpe, Haring, Bourgeois, Keiffer, Vik Muniz, Warhol, Man Ray, Chamberlain and Rauschenberg. The gallery offers a great stepping-stone for beginners and the long experienced.
Toonseum
945 Liberty Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(412) 232-0199
ToonSeum is a small museum and gallery built on the notion of celebrating the art of cartooning. Lactated in Pittsburgh's Cultural District, this 2 room museum has original prints from Charles M. Schulz, Jim Davis, Stan Lee, Bil Keane, Don Martin, Johnny Hart, Jim Davis, Dik Browne, Lynn Johnston, Mort Drucker, Jack Davis, and even the creaters of Spongebob Squarepants. The kid's room is geared toward comic book superheroes. Their mission is to promote a deeper appreciation of the cartoonists and their work.
Garfield Artworks
4931 Penn Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15224
(412) 361-2262
Located in Garfield section of Pittsburgh, Garfield Artworks is a trailblazer for galleries in the Pittsburgh area. Its features works of art mainly from local artists but many from outside the region. The works range from classic to contemporary and eclectic. The gallery also features a stage to host musical performances by local bands. The gallery's minimalist open floor plan gives an air of flow when presenting works.
The Irma Freeman Center for Imagination
5006 Penn Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15224
(412) 924-0634
The Irma Freeman Center for Imagination got its name from the colorful artist Irma Freeman (1903-1994). This German born Pittsburgh artist inspired many young people during her lifetime. The center is now an arts and green energy community center. Its mission is to enrich and diversify the local community, and create a positive and progressive environment through its art. Classes as well as a gallery are few of the many programs offered at this center, and visitors are always welcome!
The Hodge Gallery at the Pittsburgh Glass Center
5472 Penn Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
(412) 365-2145
Pittsburgh Glass Center is a nonprofit, public access school, gallery and state-of-the-art glass studio dedicated to teaching, creating and promoting glass art. Located on Pittsburgh's East End, the Hodge Gallery is home to the many glass works created by students and professionals in the center. Locals, students, as well as professionals showcase their work in this stunning gallery in the heart of the Pittsburgh Glass Center. The center also offers classes as well as demonstrations and so much more.
Christine Fréchard Gallery
5871 Forbes Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
(412) 421-8888
The Christine Fréchard Gallery is a welcoming space for all artists and viewers. It specializes in painting, photography, sculpture, and mixed media arts. It offers a diverse selection of local, national and international artists showcasing an expansive range of original art at affordable prices. The gallery also boasts a variety of other programs such as live Jazz every Saturday and language classes. The Christine Fréchard Gallery truly embodies the heart and soul of its founder.
Mexico Lindo
2027 Murray Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
(412) 422-9984
Mexico Lindo Mercado y Galeria de Artesanias or Mexico Lindo for short has had their doors opened in Squirrel Hill since 2004. It imports fine folk Mexican arts and crafts. Here you will also find an astounding variety of crafts representing the traditions and arts of many of Mexico's indigenous peoples, such as tinwork, ceramics, textiles and many more. Its goal is to celebrate with the public the Mexican culture of the past, present, and future.
Borelli-Edwards Galleries
3583 Butler Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15201
(412) 687-2606
Borelli-Edwards was established in 1978, originally in the North Hills region. It was named after Ms. Borelli-Edwards, an art activist and esteemed curator. In 2006 the gallery was moved to a 3-gallery space, two primarily for regional fine art and one for Japanese prints. Artists from near and far exhibit their works in one of the green galleries.
Gallery on 43 Street
187 43rd St
Pittsburgh, PA 15201
(412) 683-6488
Located just off Butler Street in the Pittsburgh neighborhood of Lawrenceville, Gallery on 43rd Street features fine art and craft by Western Pennsylvania artists. Owner Mary Coleman opened the gallery in November 1994. A weaver since 1981, her woven rugs, placemats and table runners can be seen throughout the gallery.
The Brew House Gallery
2100 Mary St
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
(412) 381-7767
The Brew House Gallery is a great gallery space with a contemporary spin. Its mission is to provide artists with the support necessary to foster invention, creation, and collaboration, and encourages creative risk-taking and the ruthless pursuit of artistic excellence. Located on the South Side, the Brew House is a great place for programming and networking between artists and the community.
James Gallery
413 S Main St
Pittsburgh, PA 15220
(412) 922-9800
James Gallery and Frame Foundry have distinguished themselves in the art and framing field by developing business models that deliver a high level of service. The 12,000 sq ft space is a perfect place for artists to exhibit their fine artwork. Their goal is to move away from the typical and expected, and venture into areas that challenge preconceived images of art and the predictable gallery experience.
Silver Eye Center for Photography
1015 E Carson St
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
(412) 431-1810
Silver Eye Center for Photography is dedicated to celebrating photography, both as an expressive art form and as a medium that brings to light the details and larger stories that influence and inform an understanding of ourselves and the world. With their singular commitment to exhibiting and promoting contemporary photography and photo-based multimedia, they are unique to Pittsburgh and the surrounding region.
Institutional Galleries
Point Park's Lawrence Hall Gallery
212 Wood St
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(412) 391-4100
Located inside Lawrence Hall, Point Park's Art Gallery is a space perfect for exhibiting artworks from students, faculty, alumni, and other artists in the area.
Chatham's Woodland Art Gallery
1 Woodland Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15232
(412) 365-1100
Located in Woodland Hall on Chatham's Shady Side campus, this art gallery is a perfect space for exhibiting artworks from students, faculty, alumni, and other artists in the area.
Carlow's Frances Warde Hall Art Gallery
3333 Fifth Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
(412) 578-6000
Located in Frances Warde Hall, Carlow's Art Gallery is a perfect space for exhibiting artworks from students, faculty, alumni, and other artists in the area.
Carnegie Mellon's Miller Art Gallery
5000 Forbes Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
(412) 268-3618
CMU's Miller Art Gallery is a perfect space for exhibiting artworks from students, faculty, alumni, and other artists in the area.
Pitt's University Art Gallery
Frick Fine Arts Bldg
Pittsburgh, PA 15260
(412) 648-2423
Located in the Frick Fine Arts Building, Pitt's Art Gallery is a perfect space for exhibiting artworks from students, faculty, alumni, and other artists in the area.
Pitt's Barco Law Art Gallery
3900 Forbes Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15260
(412) 648-1323
Located in Pitt's library, the Barco Law Art Gallery is another perfect space for exhibiting artworks from students, faculty, alumni, and other artists in the area.
Waynesburg's Benedum Fine Arts Gallery
51 West College St
Waynesburg, PA 15370
(724) 627-8191
The Benedum Fine Arts Gallery at Waynesburg University is a perfect space for exhibiting artworks from students, faculty, alumni, and other artists in the area.
La Roche's Cantellops Art Gallery
9000 Babcock Blvd
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
(412) 367-9300
La Roche's Art Gallery is a perfect space for exhibiting artworks from students, faculty, alumni, and other artists in the area.