Verified cultural guide · Pittsburgh 2026
Art Galleries in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania: Directory, Map and Art Districts
48 galleries, museums and art venues, including 26 addresses with works for sale
Pittsburgh transforms its old stores, warehouses and industrial buildings into a surprisingly dense artistic network. From Cultural District institutions to Troy Hill home-facilities, Oakland museums to shopping malls in Shadyside and Lawrenceville, this guide brings together active programming and controlled official connections.
Downtown, North Side, Oakland and LawrencevilleFilter by neighborhood, specialty or purchase opportunity, then open the official website and itinerary.
Understanding the Pittsburgh art scene
A city of major collections, old factories and neighborhood galleries
The Pittsburgh scene is organized around three forces. The Cultural District brings together free, public galleries within a compact perimeter of downtown. The North Side concentrates the Warhol Museum, Mattress Factory and several community projects. To the east, Oakland, Shadyside, Garfield, East Liberty and Lawrenceville connect universities, museums, workshops and the art market. To the east, Oakland, Shadyside, Garfield, East Liberty and Lawrenceville connect universities, museums, workshops and the art market. The selection favors the quality of the exhibitions, the regularity of the program, the interest of a first visit and the real possibility of acquiring a work.
Start with Gallery Crawl
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust regularly opens its spaces during a free tour of the Cultural District. It's the easiest way to discover several exhibitions in one evening.
Group visits
Downtown and the North Side combine easily. Book another half day in Oakland and Point Breeze, then a third in Garfield, Lawrenceville and the Strip District.
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Buy a work in Pittsburgh
Twenty-six acquisition-oriented addresses
The "Works for sale" badge distinguishes shopping malls, collectives, workshops and boutiques that offer works or facilitate direct purchase. Prices are sometimes public, sometimes communicated on request.
- Artists Image Resource
- Pittsburgh Center for Arts & Media
- Concept Art Gallery
- BOOM Concepts
- Bunker Projects
- Frechard Gallery
- BoxHeart Gallery
- Maser Galleries
- The Portal Art Gallery
- Irma Freeman Center for Imagination
- Contemporary Craft
- ZYNKA Gallery
- Associated Artists of Pittsburgh
- Pittsburgh Glass Center
- Redfishbowl
- Morgan Contemporary Glass Gallery
- Mendelson Gallery
- Brew House Arts
- James Gallery
- Panza Gallery
- Radiant Hall Studios - McKees Rocks
- North Hills Art Center
- Ketchup City Creative
- TRYP Pittsburgh Art Collection
- Eclectic Art & Objects Gallery
- 4th Wall Art
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48 galleries, museums and art venues in Pittsburgh
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#01
Cultural District · Liberty Avenue
SPACE Gallery
812 Liberty Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
A vast space on the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust, SPACE presents ambitious contemporary exhibitions where installations, photography and interdisciplinary practices interact with downtown architecture. Free entry makes it a great starting point for Gallery Crawl.
#02
Cultural District · Wood Street
Wood Street Galleries
601 Wood Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Set above a historic subway station, Wood Street Galleries explores technological, kinetic and audiovisual art. The projects occupy several levels and often transform the visit into an immersive light or sound experience.
#03
Cultural District · Penn Avenue
707 Penn Gallery
707 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
This glass and compact gallery of the Cultural Trust gives high visibility to artists from Pittsburgh and Western Pennsylvania. Its precise programming allows you to quickly discover an emerging practice between two stages of the Cultural District.
#04
Cultural District · Liberty Avenue
820 Liberty Gallery
820 Liberty Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
820 Liberty hosts thematic exhibitions linked to architecture, visual heritage and current creation. The place also serves as a laboratory for partnerships between regional museums, designers and researchers.
#05
Cultural District · Liberty Avenue
937 Liberty
937 Liberty Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
The Cultural Trust's modular space, 937 Liberty hosts visual projects, performances and one-off exhibitions. It takes on its full scope during Gallery Crawls, when artists take over windows and rooms experimentally.
#06
Cultural District · Liberty Avenue
August Wilson African American Cultural Center
980 Liberty Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
The August Wilson Center deploys several galleries dedicated to black cultures and the African diaspora. Exhibitions, archives, photography and installations extend the playwright's legacy from a resolutely contemporary perspective.
#07
North Shore · Sandusky Street
The Andy Warhol Museum
117 Sandusky Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15212
The largest museum dedicated to a single artist in North America, the Warhol traces the entire career born in Pittsburgh. Paintings, screen prints, films, photographs and archives show how the artist blurred art, fame and commercial culture.
#08
Strip District · Smallman Street
Senator John Heinz History Center
1212 Smallman Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
The Western Pennsylvania History Museum preserves posters, design objects, photographs and folk arts that illuminate the visual identity of the region. Its exhibitions provide valuable context to the local art scene.
#09
North Side · Mexican War Streets
Mattress Factory
500 Sampsonia Way, Pittsburgh, PA 15212
An international reference in site-specific installation, Mattress Factory invites artists to transform rooms, staircases and entire buildings. Permanent and temporary works are discovered as a succession of physical, sensory and conceptual environments.
#10
North Side · Arch Street
Randyland
1501 Arch Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15212
Randy Gilson's garden house has become a total work made of murals, reclaimed objects and vibrant colors. This outsider art project transforms a residential plot into a joyful manifesto about creativity and neighborhood.
#11
North Side · East Ohio Street
Photo Antiquities Museum of Photographic History
531 East Ohio Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15212
This specialized museum tells the story of the evolution of photography through original processes, devices and images. Daguerreotypes, ancient portraits and optical devices allow us to understand the materiality of the medium before the digital age.
#12Works for sale
North Side · Foreland Street
Artists Image Resource
518 Foreland Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15212
AIR is a printing workshop, exhibition space and collaborative publisher. Screen prints and prints are born through direct contact with artists, with accessible editions which offer an excellent gateway to the collection.
#13
Allegheny Center · North Commons
MuseumLab
6 Allegheny Square East, Pittsburgh, PA 15212
In an old restored library, MuseumLab combines creation, design, architecture and learning through materials. Artistic installations and workshops make the visit relevant for both families and lovers of reinvented spaces.
#14
Castle · Metropolitan Street
Manchester Craftsmen's Guild Gallery
1815 Metropolitan Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15233
Founded in the spirit of Bill Strickland, the Manchester Craftsmen's Guild gallery showcases photography, ceramics and creation from demanding educational programs. The place connects artistic excellence and social transformation.
#15
Troy Hill · Voskamp Street
Troy Hill Art Houses
Troy Hill, Pittsburgh, PA 15212
These discreet houses house permanent artist-designed facilities for each building. The Hütte Royal, Kunzhaus and neighboring projects can be visited by reservation and offer a rare experience, halfway between a private collection and a museum.
#16
Oakland · Forbes Avenue
Carnegie Museum of Art
4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
The Carnegie Museum of Art brings together European masters, American art, photography, architecture and contemporary creation. Carnegie International, organized since 1896, remains one of the great barometers of world art.
#17
Oakland · Frick Fine Arts
University Art Gallery - University of Pittsburgh
650 Schenley Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15260
The Pitt University Gallery preserves more than three thousand works and serves as a laboratory for art history and museum studies. Its exhibitions bring together heritage collections, academic research and contemporary issues.
#18
Oakland · Carnegie Mellon
Carnegie Mellon School of Art Galleries
5000 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
The School of Art spaces show student work, faculty research and guest projects, often on the border between art, technology and critical culture. They provide access to the experiments that nourish the scene of tomorrow.
#19Works for sale
Shadyside · Fifth Avenue
Pittsburgh Center for Arts & Media
6300 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15232
In the Mellon estate, the center combines exhibitions, courses, photography, ceramics and crafts. Member presentations and the boutique allow you to acquire regional works while supporting a historic educational structure.
#20
Point Breeze · Reynolds Street
The Frick Pittsburgh
7227 Reynolds Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15208
Around the home of Henry Clay Frick, the site brings together European painting, decorative arts, vintage cars and gardens. Temporary exhibitions shed light on the taste of collectors of the industrial age and its current re-evaluations.
#21
Oakland · Schenley Park
Phipps Conservatory Art Exhibitions
1 Schenley Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Phipps integrates sculptures, glass, floral design and installations into its historic greenhouses. The dialogue between works and plant collections produces a very visual visit where light, color and ecology take the leading role.
#22Works for sale
Regent Square · Braddock Avenue
Concept Art Gallery
1031 South Braddock Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15218
Active since 1972, Concept combines gallery, auctions, estimates, framing and installation. Its inventory crosses regional art, modernism, international works and collectibles, with solid support for the purchase.
#23Works for sale
Garfield · Penn Avenue
BOOM Concepts
5139 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15224
BOOM Concepts supports black, brown, queer and emerging artists through exhibitions, residencies and events. Its community-driven approach makes the gallery a vital driver of Penn Avenue and Unblurred.
#24Works for sale
Garfield · Penn Avenue
Bunker Projects
5106 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15224
Bunker Projects combines artist residency, domestic space and neighborhood gallery. The exhibitions allow you to follow current research and favor direct exchanges between creators, curators and the public.
#25Works for sale
Garfield · Penn Avenue
Frechard Gallery
5005 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15224
Christine Frechard represents local and international artists in an abundant selection of paintings, sculptures, photographs and mixed media. The original works cover several price levels and the gallery owner offers personalized advice.
#26Works for sale
Bloomfield · Liberty Avenue
BoxHeart Gallery
4523 Liberty Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15224
BoxHeart organizes individual and group exhibitions in an intimate space in Bloomfield. The program combines painting, sculpture and mixed media, with prices and availability accessible to collectors on request.
#27Works for sale
Shadyside · Walnut Street
Maser Galleries
5427 Walnut Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15232
A Walnut Street commercial institution, Maser has built a vast collection of original paintings and offers advice, consignment and supervision. Its inventory transmission and reduction period makes prior checking of schedules essential.
#28Works for sale
Bakery Square · East Liberty
The Portal Art Gallery
6425 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15206
This Bakery Square gallery features exhibitions by local artists with price lists. All works on display are offered for sale and a share of the proceeds supports community initiatives in the neighborhood.
#29
East Liberty · Penn Avenue
Kelly Strayhorn Theater Galleries
5941 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15206
The Kelly Strayhorn connects visual arts, dance, performance and queer and black cultures. Exhibitions in its public spaces benefit from being associated with a program evening, when the building becomes a true creative crossroads.
#30Works for sale
Garfield · Penn Avenue
Irma Freeman Center for Imagination
5006 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15224
This independent center hosts exhibitions, performances and community projects in a deliberately accessible atmosphere. Regional artists' exhibitions often include available works and are part of the Unblurred route.
#31Works for sale
Lawrenceville · Butler Street
Contemporary Craft
5645 Butler Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15201
Contemporary Craft has defended the place of glass, textiles, metal, wood and ceramics in contemporary art for more than fifty years. The exhibitions are complemented by a rigorously selected boutique.
#32Works for sale
Sharpsburg · Main Street
ZYNKA Gallery
904 Main Street, Sharpsburg, PA 15215
ZYNKA features established and emerging artists in sharp exhibitions, often focused on painting, sculpture and abstraction. The gallery supports acquisitions and maintains a close relationship with the regional scene.
#33Works for sale
Lawrenceville · Butler Street
Associated Artists of Pittsburgh
100 43rd Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15201
One of the oldest artists' associations in the United States holds several sworn exhibitions each year. Members' works are generally available, making them a useful address for directly discovering and supporting regional creation.
#34Works for sale
Friendship · Penn Avenue
Pittsburgh Glass Center
5472 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15206
A major center for contemporary glass, PGC brings together hot workshops, demonstrations, exhibitions and shops. Visitors can observe the techniques before discovering pieces by local, national and international artists.
#35Works for sale
Lawrenceville · Butler Street
Redfishbowl
4327 Butler Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15201
Redfishbowl combines gallery, event space and Pittsburgh artist platform. Changing hanging, concerts and direct sales create a less formal ambiance than a traditional shopping mall.
#36Works for sale
Shadyside · Ellsworth Avenue
Morgan Contemporary Glass Gallery
5833 Ellsworth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15232
Specializing in contemporary studio glass, Morgan presents sculptures, objects and installations by recognized artists. The gallery constitutes a reference address for comparing techniques, scales and prices in this demanding medium.
#37Works for sale
Shadyside · Ellsworth Avenue
Mendelson Gallery
5874 Ellsworth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15232
Housed in a former industrial building, Mendelson brings together modern art, contemporary works and collectibles in a dense setting. The visit is preferably prepared by appointment to benefit from real support.
#38Works for sale
South Side · Mary Street
Brew House Arts
711 South 21st Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15203
In the former Duquesne Brewery, Brew House Arts combines workshops, residences and a contemporary gallery. Group exhibitions provide a vivid reading of the social and material concerns of artists in the region.
#39Works for sale
West End · West Carson Street
James Gallery
413 South Main Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15220
James Gallery works with individuals, designers and companies around a catalog of painting, sculpture and photography. Advice, supervision, delivery and installation allow you to approach a major purchase in a structured way.
#40Works for sale
Millvale · Sedgwick Street
Panza Gallery
115 Sedgwick Street, Millvale, PA 15209
A welcoming neighborhood gallery, Panza hosts individual and group exhibitions by Pittsburgh artists. Original works are often offered at affordable prices, in a context conducive to conversation with creators.
#41
Greensburg · North Main Street
Westmoreland Museum of American Art
221 North Main Street, Greensburg, PA 15601
About an hour from Pittsburgh, Westmoreland offers a remarkable synthesis of American art and painting from southwest Pennsylvania. Industrial landscapes, portraits and regional modernities usefully complement urban museums.
#42
Homestead · Pump House
Rivers of Steel Arts
623 East 8th Avenue, Homestead, PA 15120
Rivers of Steel transforms steel heritage into a creative ground for visual artists, muralists and photographers. Projects at Carrie Blast Furnaces and Pump House connect industrial memory, public space and contemporary practices.
#43Works for sale
McKees Rocks · Thompson Avenue
Radiant Hall Studios - McKees Rocks
734 Thompson Avenue, McKees Rocks, PA 15136
Radiant Hall brings together dozens of artists' studios at its extensive McKees Rocks site. Open days, markets and exhibitions provide access to current practices, while the Radiant Hall Collection and direct meetings facilitate the acquisition of local works.
#44Works for sale
Ross Township · Babcock Boulevard
North Hills Art Center
3432 Babcock Boulevard, Pittsburgh, PA 15237
This associative center offers courses, competitions and exhibitions open to artists from the region. The collective exhibitions and the shop make visible a varied local creation, from watercolor to ceramics.
#45Works for sale
Sharpsburg · Main Street
Ketchup City Creative
612 Main Street, Sharpsburg, PA 15215
Ketchup City Creative makes local art accessible through sworn exhibitions, workshops and events. Artists retain control of their sales, making it easier to purchase original, affordable works directly.
#46Works for sale
Lawrenceville · 40th Street
TRYP Pittsburgh Art Collection
177 40th Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15201
The TRYP Hotel has entrusted its spaces to Pittsburgh artists and designers, with installations, murals and locally produced objects. A selection is explicitly offered for sale, from prints to design pieces.
#47Works for sale
Emsworth · Ohio River Boulevard
Eclectic Art & Objects Gallery
Ohio River Boulevard, Pittsburgh, PA 15202
Eclectic Art & Objects brings together paintings, sculptures, furniture and collectibles from various periods. The abundant collection is suitable for enthusiasts who wish to compare modern works, ancient pieces and decorative arts in the same visit.
#48Works for sale
Pittsburgh · online gallery and events
4th Wall Art
Pittsburgh, PA
4th Wall Art features paintings and photographs inspired by Pittsburgh, with a shopping mall and participation in local events. It's a useful option for experiencing a direct view of the city and shopping remotely.
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Ready-made routes
Three realistic routes depending on the time available
Cultural District and North Side
- Start at SPACE, Wood Street and 707 Penn.
- Cross the Allegheny towards the Warhol Museum.
- Finish at Mattress Factory or Randyland.
Oakland, Point Breeze and Shadyside
- Open the day at the Carnegie Museum of Art.
- Visit Pitt and the Carnegie Mellon Galleries.
- Finish at Frick, Pittsburgh Center for Arts & Media, or Concept.
Garfield, Lawrenceville and Strip District
- Browse BOOM Concepts, Bunker Projects and the galleries of Penn Avenue.
- Continue to Contemporary Craft and Pittsburgh Glass Center.
- Finish at ZYNKA, Redfishbowl or a local workshop.
Prepare and deepen
Reliable sources, advice and related reading
Local and institutional sources
- Visit Pittsburgh - visual arts
- Pittsburgh Cultural Trust - galleries and tours
- Pittsburgh Art Places - cultural map
- Carnegie Mellon School of Art - galleries
- Carnegie Museum of Art - prepare for the visit
Are Pittsburgh Malls Free?
Yes, entry is usually free. Check assembly times, seasonal schedules and visits by appointment.
Which sector to choose for a first visit?
The Cultural District is the most compact. For a more ambitious day, combine Downtown with the North Side, then dedicate a second route to Oakland and the East End neighborhoods.
Can you visit without a car?
Yes for Downtown, the North Side and Oakland. To follow Lawrenceville, Garfield, Point Breeze and several regional addresses, the bus, bike or car are more efficient.
How to organize international delivery?
Our collection of original paintings for sale includes support on packaging, insurance and international delivery.
Pittsburgh reveals the art behind its industrial facades
From the great Oakland collections to the North Side facilities, from the Cultural District showcases to the Lawrenceville workshops, Pittsburgh offers a scholarly scene, accessible and close to artists. A route by sector allows you to grasp this diversity without wasting time and to clearly identify the works available.
To extend the visit to your home, explore our original paintings. We help you choose the format and organize international delivery.
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