Museums in Pittsburgh’s Oakland Neighborhood
Some of the greatest museums in the world are literally within walking distance of our properties. Most of them offer discounted rates to students as well. Discover art, history, nature and the cultures of the world all in your new backyard!
Carnegie Museum of Natural History
Founded in 1896, this Pittsburgh mainstay is well-known for its world-class dinosaur exhibits, including the first ever discovered T-Rex. It is also home to the Hillman Hall of Minerals and Gems.
Carnegie Museum of Art
Established in 1895, Andrew Carnegie’s first museum is home to 35,000 permanent pieces and hosts around 15 exhibitions from elsewhere each year.
Latin American Cultural Center
Museum celebrating the arts, history and cultures of Latin America and the Caribbean since 1986.
Nationality Rooms at the Cathedral of Learning
Working classrooms of museum caliber, well-known for its holiday displays reflecting the various cultures and nationalities represented, largely those which helped build the city of Pittsburgh.
Neill Log House
The oldest residential building in Pittsburgh, this log house from the mid-1700s is located in Schenley Park.
Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
This 130+ year old Victorian greenhouse plays home to formal gardens and exotic plants, and is also one of the greenest buildings in the world from an environmental standpoint.
Pittsburgh Tattoo Art Museum
Located in nearby Shadyside, exhibits revolving around getting inked, run by local tattoo artists!
American Jewish Museum
In the next door neighborhood of Squirrel Hill, this institution focuses on contemporary issues around Jewish culture.
Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall & Museum
The largest museum in the US dedicated solely to honoring the various branches of the military and their veterans, the building itself features heroic, French-style architecture worth seeing all for itself.
Stephen Foster Memorial
A performing arts center and museum dedicated to the American songwriter for which it is named.