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Take part in Juneteenth celebrations
This year, the first that marks Juneteenth as an official City of Pittsburgh and Allegheny County holiday, celebrates an expanded Freedom Day with an exciting lineup of events. The largest gathering, the WPA Juneteenth and Black Music Festival takes place in Point State Park from June 18-27. A special Youth Fest is planned from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. June 18-20 for ages 6-17. The sports-themed competition lineup, from flag football and deck hockey to basketball and even a PlayStation contest in the Gaming Zone. Find the schedule here.
On June 19, a smaller-scaled Juneteenth party is planned on the lawn at Frick Environmental Center with local music and interactive projects for kids. Bring a picnic basket and blanket to enjoy a relaxing afternoon. Check out Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy’s full month-long line-up of Juneteenth events, including the tours of the From Slavery to Freedom Garden, here.
Go day tripping on a free museum weekend
All six Washington County history museums are free on June 20. Included are sites like Bradford House, often considered the birthplace of the American Revolution, and the Whiskey Rebellion Education Center. Kid favorites include the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum, where families can take a scenic trolley ride, take a guided tour and wander through the collection of trolley cars that date as far back as 1905. Meadowcroft Rockshelter, the LeMoyne House and Duncan Miller Glass Museum are part of the Washing County collection of museums. Reserve your space in advance. Free tickets are limited.
Pop in on Pop Art Pop Up
Head to the Warhol Green Space for Pop Art Pop Up every weekend, beginning June 18 and running through Sept. 5. The free art activities take place under the tent across the street from the Andy Warhol Museum. Projects inspired by Warhol include silkscreen printing, collage, stamping and photography. While at the Green Space, check out Reprogrammed, an art installation presented by the Warhol Youth Arts Council. Visitors can add their own take on the collaborative exhibit that envisions a bright and inclusive future. No tickets or registration are needed for Pop Art Pop Up, which operates from 4-8 p.m. Fridays and 11 a.m.- 4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays.