# Carnegie Museum of Art Scaife Galleries & Family Art Studio > Place to go for families in the Pittsburgh area (PA). Times are Eastern Time. - When: Open on its own schedule - Where: Carnegie Museum of Art, 4400 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213 - Ages: All ages (Children 2 and under free; includes Natural History) - Price: $25 adults, $20 seniors, $15 students and children ages 3-18; free for kids 2 and under; includes same-day Natural History admission - Organizer: Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh - Official page: https://cmoa.org/ - Last checked: Thu, Nov 5 Source: Grassy Knees is a directory of real family events, places and programs for kids across major U.S. metro areas, where every listing is researched from the organizer’s own page and shows the date we last checked it. https://grassyknees.com covers 42 metro areas as of Nov 11, 2026, with more added regularly. About: https://grassyknees.com/about Freshness: listings are re-checked on a daily research run (latest check 2026-11-10), and new events are added as organizers post them. Sell-outs, weather cancellations and time changes show up on the live page first: https://grassyknees.com/pittsburgh/activities/carnegie-museum-of-art-scaife-galleries-and-family-art-studio--listing-952b88bbfee8ff70052cda9b ## About Founded by Andrew Carnegie in 1895 as the nation's first museum dedicated to contemporary art, the Carnegie Museum of Art in Oakland seamlessly connects with the Museum of Natural History, giving families two world-class institutions on a single admission ticket. Families can explore the monumental Hall of Architecture containing the largest collection of plaster architectural casts in the United States, including life-sized replicas of ancient Greek temples and medieval portals. The museum offers ARTstart family tote bags filled with sketchbooks, colored pencils, and scavenger hunt prompts. On weekends, the drop-in Family Art Studio invites children to sculpt with clay, print textiles, and create mixed-media collages inspired by gallery masterpieces. Family Experience & Accessibility: • Stroller Accessibility: Wide, level hardwood and stone galleries with elevator connections across all wings; stroller rental available at the coat check. • Nursing & Rest Spots: Comfortable benches and plush seating throughout the Scaife Galleries; family restrooms equipped with baby changing counters. • Age Suitability: Inspiring for toddlers through teens; hands-on art studios welcome little creators of all skill levels. • Sensory Tips: Calm, naturally lit gallery rooms provide a quiet, reflective atmosphere away from winter weather; acoustics are gentle and soothing. ## Similar picks in Pittsburgh - [Children's Museum of Pittsburgh Day Camps (Ages 5-9)](https://grassyknees.com/pittsburgh/activities/children-s-museum-of-pittsburgh-day-camps-ages-5-9--listing-f71bdf459a5b7a593e908a57) — Wed, Nov 11 (+3 more dates) · 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Children's Museum of Pittsburgh · Ages 5–9 · From $75 · checked Oct 16. 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