Community Programming
Mattress Factory Programs engage individuals of all ages with art and the creative process.
We strive to facilitate unique and empowering experiences for program participants that mirror the support and freedom we offer our artists in residency.
After School @ the Factory
After School @ the Factory is a free art program for students grades 3-5. Join our Mattress Factory Teaching Artists as they lead you on creative adventures inspired by our exhibiting artists from around the world and around the corner. Each semester, students will try new techniques, experiment with materials, and engage in conversation about artists, community, and ideas.
Community Events
Here is where you can find events related to our Northside community that the Mattress Factory is involved in!
Exhibition & Museum Happenings
Here is where you can expect to find various events related to our featured exhibitions and the Museum in general!
Garden Party
Mattress Factory has extended its annual flagship fundraising and community event, Garden Party Weekend, to an entire season of programming designed to engage individuals, artists, and community members through art and the creative process. Individuals of all ages can participate in programming, from June through August!
It's ALL about GREER LANKTON
An event series through March and April leading up to the launch of an online finding aid to celebrate the famed artist Greer Lankton. The series will culminate in Greer’s Birthday Bash on April 21 - what would have been Greer's 64th birthday.
Kids Summer Workshop Series
Mattress Factory is hosting one-of-a-kind artist-led Saturday workshops for children ages 7-12 this summer. These workshops are designed to be hands-on experiences that allow young artists to explore new materials and art making processes inspired by the amazing work of exhibiting and local artists!
Member Programs
In addition to free Museum admission for a full year, Mattress Factory members enjoy free programs that provide exclusive opportunities to venture deeper inside of the "art you can get into." Meet with exhibiting artists and curators to learn about their installations and creative processes, get behind-the-scenes sneak peeks of what's coming next and network with other art lovers and experts in the Pittsburgh region!
Teen Art Cooperative
TEEN ART COOPERATIVE is a year-long FREE program for teens focused on collaboration, creative practice and exploration. This program is for self-motivated students who are interested in learning about how a museum operates as well as how to sustain a life of creative practice [translation: be an ARTIST]. See registration page for more info. Deadline to apply is September 24!
Teen Summer Workshop Series
Teens ages 15-18 are invited to join us for tours and art making inspired by artists exhibiting at the Mattress Factory. Each workshop is led by a different artist excited to share their creative vision with adventurous teens this summer!