About
The Carnegie Museum of Art is an art museum in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, at 4400 Forbes Avenue. It is part of the Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh, and it is often called CMA. Its collection spans contemporary and older works, with an extensive holding of American art and a notable selection of decorative arts.
What to expect
- American art: a deep collection that lets visitors follow the country's artistic development across many periods.
- Decorative arts: objects that show how design and craft have shaped everyday life.
- Contemporary work: newer pieces displayed alongside the classic collection, so the visit moves across centuries.
Planning a visit
The museum suits anyone interested in painting, sculpture and the applied arts, and it works well as a focused visit of a few hours. For current opening times, admission and any exhibitions on view, contact the museum directly by phone at +1-412-622-3131 before you set out.
Because the museum sits within the Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh, visitors can often combine it with the group's other institutions in the same part of the city. Pittsburgh's neighbourhoods, rivers and food scene make the surrounding area a natural place to spend the rest of the day.