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Carnegie Museum of Art
4400 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
412-622-3131,
site: Carnegie Museum of Art
#21 of 141 things to do rated by Real Travelers

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Industrialist Andrew Carnegie left many gifts for the residents of Pittsburgh. One of those is the Carnegie Museum of Art. Built between 1891 and 1895, the Renaissance-style building houses the city's largest collection of art. Carnegie was determined to mix old masterpieces with contemporary work, or what he once deemed "the old masters of tomorrow". Classes and tours are available, as are special programs for children. Admission includes Carnegie Museum of Natural History. Check website for details.

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Directions

Bus: 61A, B, C, 67A, C, E, F, J

Hours

Tu to Sa from 10:00 AM to 05:00 PM,Su from 12:00 PM to 05:00 PM

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